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HARRISBURG, PA — Electric vehicles are the future of transportation, and Pennsylvania is leading the charge! On Wednesday, officials from the Pennsylvania Departments of Transportation (PennDOT) and Environmental Protection (DEP) …
Pennsylvania Prepares for a Future Filled with Electric Vehicles Read More
Two weeks ago, the U.S. Supreme Court dealt a heavy blow to efforts to tackle climate change. Their ruling in the case of West Virginia vs. EPA restricts the authority …
Congress, Local Leaders Should Step up to Tackle Climate Change Read More
The lanternfly is an invasive species that has been causing problems for farmers and homeowners in Pennsylvania. However, a recent study from the Penn State University has found that the …
What Are the Natural Predators of the Lanternfly? Read More
CHADDS FORD, PA — In an effort to help preserve and protect the environment, North American Land Trust (NALT) has been awarded a $5,000 “Healing the Planet” grant from The …
North American Land Trust Receives “Healing the Planet” Grant for Tree Planting and Environmental Education Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Waste, Air, Radiation and Remediation Deputy Secretary Krishnan Ramamurthy and the Professional Recyclers of Pennsylvania (PROP) Executive Director Jennifer Summers yesterday …
Pennsylvania DEP Highlights Student Winners of 2022 Earth Week Poster and Video Contest Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture is accepting applications for a new pilot program under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to support the …
U.S. Department of Agriculture Announces Bioproduct Pilot Program Read More
Established by President Clinton in 1998, and continued under the Bush, Obama, and Trump administrations, this celebration of Great Outdoors Month in June recognizes the critical role that nature plays …
The Great Outdoors Plays Critical Role in America Read More
AVONDALE, PA — A new Stroud™ Water Research Center study shows that the density of water plays a previously overlooked role in nutrient and carbon cycling in freshwater ecosystems.
Researchers Find New Connection Between Riparian Zone and Water Quality Read More
NORRISTOWN, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) joined leadership from Philadelphia Solar Energy Association (PSEA) on Saturday for its 29th Annual Junior Solar Sprint competition, an event …
DEP Helps Environmental Education Come Alive at Philadelphia Solar Energy Association’s 29th Annual Junior Solar Sprint Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently announced more than $32 million to fund 2022 wood innovations and community wood grants. Bolstered by $12 million from President Biden’s Bipartisan …
$32 Million Announced to Advance Climate-Smart Mass Timber Construction, Expand Wood Markets Read More