By: Danielle Smith People working for environmental justice are rallying today at the downtown Pittsburgh headquarters of U.S. Steel, voicing their concerns to company shareholders about creating a healthier future in the Monongahela Valley region. Japan’s Nippon Steel is buying U.S. Steel for more than $14 billion. Duquesne Mayor Nickole Nesby, an environmental-justice organizer with the group 412Justice, […]
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By: Danielle Smith A proposed pumped-storage hydroelectric facility for Cuffs Run near the Susquehanna River in York County has been challenged by the Chesapeake Bay Foundation. The foundation filed a motion to intervene in the proceedings with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, which is considering granting a preliminary permit to build a 1.8-mile-long dam for the project. […]
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By: Danielle Smith The Environmental Protection Agency has set new air pollution standards under the federal Clean Air Act for cars and light/medium vehicle models from 2027 through 2032 and beyond. Pennsylvania ranks 43rd among states for average exposure of the public to airborne soot of 2.5 microns or less, according to America’s Health Rankings. And the Pittsburgh […]
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By: Danielle Smith Pennsylvania’s wild trout streams are getting some much-needed attention and outdoor enthusiasts across the state can voice their views on safeguarding fisheries. The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission has collected data on 24 proposed Wild Trout Streams, recommending they receive official designation to preserve their “exceptional” trout habitats. Nate Walters, coldwater unit leader for the commission, said […]
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Governor Shapiro’s proposed 2024-25 budget puts forth a bold vision to create economic opportunity for all Pennsylvanians. New Holland, PA – Today, at New Holland Agriculture’s Lancaster County campus, Governor Josh Shapiro and Secretary of Agriculture Russell Redding highlighted key pieces of Governor Shapiro’s 2024-25 budget, focused on creating economic opportunity for all in communities across the Commonwealth. Governor Shapiro and […]
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Reading, PA — Today, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn visited Reading to highlight grants available to plant trees in underserved cities and towns across the Commonwealth. The grants add to a budget commitment to maintain and improve Pennsylvania’s natural places. Governor Shapiro’s 2024-25 budget proposal includes another strong investment in the stewardship of Pennsylvania’s […]
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DEP Collects $500,000 In Penalties From DC Ambler Properties For Violations Under The Hazardous Sites Cleanup Act Norristown, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) reached a Settlement Agreement with DC Ambler Properties (DCAP), LLC., who owns the Ambler Asbestos Piles Superfund Site, to pay $500,000 in stipulated penalties to resolve its liability for […]
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