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PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) announced on Friday that Franklin County has been moved from a drought watch to a drought warning. The decision came after …
Pennsylvania DEP Elevates Franklin County to Drought Warning, Keeps 13 Others on Drought Watch Read More
PENNDEL, PA — A significant environmental incident occurred on Sunday, December 10, 2023, when approximately 200 gallons of used motor oil were washed into storm drains due to heavy rain. …
Oil Spill in Penndel Borough: 200 Gallons of Motor Oil Leak into Tributary Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Shapiro Administration has announced an open call to all Pennsylvanians who have recently been involved in a successful environmental project. They are invited to apply for the …
Shapiro Administration Announces Open Applications for 2024 Governor’s Award for Environmental Excellence Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is now accepting applications for projects that aim to enhance the resilience and reliability of Pennsylvania’s electric grid. This initiative comes …
Pennsylvania DEP to Fund Innovative Projects for a More Resilient Electric Grid Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) recently released the draft version of its 2024 Integrated Water Quality Monitoring and Assessment Report. This biennial report provides an update …
Pennsylvania DEP Invites Public Comments on 2024 Water Quality Report Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) made a significant announcement about the state’s drought conditions. Following a meeting of the Commonwealth Drought Task Force on Friday, the …
Pennsylvania DEP Announces Changes in Drought Status for 21 Counties Read More PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) recently awarded more than $3.8 million in grants to 15 projects aimed at restoring impaired watersheds throughout the state.
Pennsylvania DEP Awards Over $3.8 Million in Grants for Watershed Restoration Projects Read More
NORRISTOWN, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) recently announced that it reached a Settlement Agreement with DC Ambler Properties (DCAP), LLC., who owns the Ambler Asbestos Piles …
PA DEP and DC Ambler Properties Settle for $500,000 to Address Ambler Asbestos Piles Superfund Site Violations Read More PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)’s Office of Environmental Justice has announced the dates of a series of public comment meetings for Pennsylvanians to attend and share …
DEP Announces Public Comment Meetings Series for Interim Final PA Environmental Justice Policy Read More The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) recently announced $38.76 million in funding for six environmental restoration projects of abandoned mine lands in the first of three rounds of the …
Pennsylvania Awards $38.76 Million In Grants For Environmental Restoration Projects Read More