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HARRISBURG, PA — The following statement may be attributed to Acting Secretary of the Department of Environmental Protection Ramez Ziadeh in response to the Supreme Court of the United States …
PA Dept. of Environmental Protection Statement on WV v. EPA Supreme Court of the United States Decision Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP has agreed to make upgrades and perform compliance measures estimated to cost $118 million to resolve allegations that it violated the Clean …
Chevron Phillips Chemical Company Agrees to Reduce Harmful Air Pollution at Three U.S. Chemical Plants Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — B-AIR, a division of Lasko Products, announced the recent launch of the AS1000 Air Scrubber, available at Home Depot, Amazon, and other specialized distributors.
B-AIR Launches High-Capacity Air Scrubber for Cleaner Indoor Air Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Governor Tom Wolf is praising the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s new pollution standards for passenger cars and light trucks, announced last week.
Gov. Wolf: EPA’s New Emissions Standards Allow Pennsylvanians to Breathe Easier, Save Money Read More HARRISBURG, PA — The Wolf Administration this week announced $3 million in funding through the Driving PA Forward – Truck & Bus Fleet Grant Program (formerly the Class 8 Truck and …
$3 Million Awarded Through Driving PA Forward Grant Program Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U. S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently announced that it will soon propose robust new fuel economy standards. The reconsideration of …
USDOT Proposes Improved Fuel Economy Standards for MY 2024-2026 Passenger Cars and Light Trucks Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Tuesday, July 13th, members of Pennsylvania’s Environmental Quality Board (EQB) voted to approve a rulemaking authorizing Pennsylvania to participate in the CO2 budget trading program, known …
The Lung Association Applauds Pennsylvania’s Environmental Quality Board’s Rulemaking Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — This month marks one year since Pennsylvania casinos reopened as smoke-free during the pandemic, protecting the lung health of both patrons and hospitality workers.
Lung Association Urges Pennsylvania Lawmakers to Permanently Close Smoking Loophole Read More
When most people think about air quality, they’re typically thinking about outdoor pollution. However, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the air inside your home can be as …
Home Upgrades for Better Indoor Air Quality Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of Veterans Affairs announced two major decisions related to presumptive conditions associated with Agent Orange and particulate matter exposures during military service in Southwest Asia.
VA Plans Expansion of Benefits for Disability Claims Read More