Solar savings for Clairton, other Pa. schools at risk from proposed federal cuts
Republican-controlled U.S. House passed a spending plan that would phase out clean energy tax credits ahead of the schedule, shrinking funds for schools.
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Map shows what’s possible with federal clean energy investment in Pa.
Environmental groups highlight projects across Pennsylvania where Inflation Reduction Act money was used for clean energy and climate resiliency.
Renewables surpass coal on Mid-Atlantic electric grid
The surge in renewables is driven by solar, which now generates nearly 14% of the energy in the regional grid that serves Pennsylvania.
Double the solar energy coming soon to Pittsburgh International Airport
The airport has its own microgrid, powered by natural gas and solar produced on-site. It was the first airport in the world to do so.
Pennsylvania takes first step to access low-income solar funds
A bill allowing the Pa. Energy Development Authority to access $156 million for the federal Solar for All program passed a first-round vote in a House committee.
Could ‘Solar For All’ be doomed in Pennsylvania?
A federal program to provide solar panels for lower-income families is in jeopardy in Pennsylvania, and it's not because of Trump’s funding freeze.
What Trump’s halt of $5 billion charging program could mean for Pennsylvania EV owners
The Trump administration ordered states to scrap their federally-funded EV charging station plans as it issues new program guidelines.
Shapiro’s budget proposal includes changes to energy tax breaks, faster permit reviews
Governor Shapiro's energy proposals aim to encourage development of both fossil fuels and renewable energy sources.
One community’s journey to create ‘energy democracy’ through solar
Residents came together to build a community-owned solar array in their neighborhood, which has faced historic disinvestment. It’s been a long road.
Pittsburgh-area battery plant secures $303M loan guarantee to scale up clean energy storage
Eos Energy's Turtle Creek plant will produce longer-lasting battery systems designed to reduce power plants' reliance on fossil fuels.
