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HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania recently rolled out a far-reaching overhaul of how environmental decisions are made in communities most vulnerable to pollution, marking the first major update to the state’s …
Pennsylvania Unveils Sweeping Justice Policy for Its Most At-Risk Communities Read More
WILMINGTON, DE — Delaware residents will have a chance to give their holiday trees a second life next month as the state promotes expanded recycling and organic reuse options, headlined …
Turn Your Holiday Tree Into Mulch Gold at Delaware’s TreeCycle Event Read More
WEST GROVE, PA — Two figures shaping the future of Chester County agriculture were honored this week as AgConnect recognized a fifth-generation mushroom grower for innovation in farming and a …
Fifth-Generation Grower and State Lawmaker Honored as Ag Leaders Rise Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of the Interior this past week announced major actions spanning energy revenues, national park access, Western water infrastructure and border-region public land security, underscoring a …
Interior Unveils Sweeping Moves on Energy Revenues, Park Access, Water Projects and Border Security Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of the Interior has rescinded a 2024 Bureau of Land Management rule governing the National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska, clearing the way for expanded oil …
Interior Rollback Opens Vast Alaska Reserve, Triggering New Energy Showdown Read More
AIRVILLE, PA — The Shapiro Administration marked another step in Pennsylvania’s environmental restoration efforts on Thursday, announcing a $130,000 investment to plant 700 trees along Orson Run in York County. …
Shapiro Administration Invests $130,000 to Improve Water Quality and Protect the Chesapeake Bay Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Dave McCormick of Pennsylvania and Senator Elissa Slotkin of Michigan have introduced a bipartisan resolution designating this week as “Careers in Energy Week,” recognizing the …
Senators Highlight Energy Workforce During National Recognition Week Read More
When stopping for deer feels as common as stopping for red lights, you know Chester County has a big problem. Deer put our roads, our health, and our environment at risk.
When Deer Outnumber Caution Signs: Chester County’s Growing Crisis Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of the Interior has unveiled a series of significant initiatives this past week, addressing funding for Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILT), updates to critical …
Department of the Interior Announces Key Initiatives on PILT Funding, Critical Minerals, and Mine Cleanup Read More
Pennsylvania must strengthen its regulation of the oil and gas industry. State Rep. Greg Vitali urges increased funding for DEP’s Oil and Gas Program to address abandoned wells, illegal dumping, and inadequate oversight.
Pennsylvania is Failing to Properly Regulate its Oil and Gas Industry Read More