Groups criticize Shapiro’s economic plan for ignoring climate change Rachel McDevittFebruary 21, 2024 They say that Shapiro's 10-year economic plan "will worsen Pennsylvania’s economic position" by linking it to fossil fuels instead of clean energy. Climate ChangeEconomyEnergyPolitics
Philadelphia will power up to 25% of its buildings with solar energy from Adams County array Susan PhillipsJanuary 17, 2024 A 230,000-panel solar field in Adams County will put Philadelphia closer to its goal of powering all of its buildings with renewable energy by 2030. Climate ChangeEnergy
Pennsylvania hits solar energy milestone. Advocates say there’s much more to do Rachel McDevittJanuary 10, 2024 Pennsylvania now has 1 gigawatt of solar energy capacity–enough to power all the homes in a city as big as Pittsburgh. Climate ChangeEnergy
Pa. lawmakers debate proposal to raise state’s renewable energy goal Rachel McDevittJanuary 3, 2024 A bill in the state House would increase the amount of electricity Pennsylvania gets from renewable sources from 8% now to 30% by 2030. Climate ChangeEnergy
Clean energy dollars are flowing into Pa., but results remain to be seen Rachel McDevittDecember 12, 2023 Private companies have committed $3 billion for clean energy projects in Pa., but many are still in the planning phases. Climate ChangeEconomyEnergy
What’s the current state of the energy transition? Reid FrazierDecember 8, 2023 While wind and solar are cost-effective, local opposition, lack of transmission lines and land use restrictions are slowing down renewable development. Climate ChangeEnergyYour Environment Update
Controversial solar project near Gettysburg loses in court again Rachel McDevittDecember 7, 2023 The ruling said the project in Mount Joy Township did not meet local zoning standards. It could impact future solar court cases in Pennsylvania. Climate ChangeEnergy
How utility scale solar power could be a boon for sheep farmers WYSONovember 30, 2023 Some Ohio sheep farmers hope solar grazing - using animals to keep vegetation under panels in check - can help sustain their operations. Climate ChangeEnergyFood and Agriculture
Rural Pennsylvania receives $3.6 million for renewable energy WVIANovember 9, 2023 Small farms and businesses can get up to 75% of renewable energy projects funded by USDA's Rural Development Program. EnergyFood and Agriculture
How Pennsylvania churches are addressing climate change by tapping the power of the sun StateImpact PennsylvaniaNovember 7, 2023 Churches say solar is part of their response to climate change and “creation care” called for in the Bible. Climate ChangeCultureEnergyYour Environment Update
