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HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection this past week unveiled a sweeping slate of clean-water investments, major enforcement actions, and permitting reforms aimed at restoring local waterways, …
Clean Water Shake-Up: What’s Behind Pennsylvania’s New Environmental Push? Read More WEST CHESTER, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection is inviting small businesses to apply for funding through its Small Business Advantage Grant Program, which helps finance energy efficiency …
Pennsylvania DEP Offers Grants to Help Small Businesses Cut Energy Costs and Pollution Read More
FALLS TOWNSHIP, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro and Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Secretary Jessica Shirley recently showcased Pennsylvania’s revamped permitting playbook at the Keystone Trade Center, linking the changes …
ICYMI: Pennsylvania Launches Initiative to Cut Red Tape for Major Development Projects Read More
LEWISBERRY, PA — Pennsylvania has reached a major clean energy milestone, surpassing 2 gigawatts of installed solar power capacity—enough to supply electricity to roughly 350,000 homes. The announcement came just …
Pennsylvania Hits 2-Gigawatt Solar Milestone, Doubling Capacity in Just 17 Months Read More
NEWPORT, PA — As more Pennsylvanians head outdoors this summer, state health and environmental officials are reminding the public to take extra precautions against tick bites and Lyme disease. During …
Pennsylvania Officials Urge Tick Bite Prevention as Summer Outdoor Season Peaks Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has officially launched its new Streamlining Permits for Economic Expansion and Development (SPEED) program, an effort designed to accelerate permitting …
Pennsylvania Launches SPEED Program to Accelerate Permit Reviews and Boost Economic Growth Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has announced the RISE PA initiative, a $396 million program aimed at lowering energy costs, reducing emissions, and strengthening the …
Pennsylvania DEP Unveils RISE PA Initiative to Boost Energy Jobs and Support Manufacturers Read More
LANCASTER, PA — State and local leaders gathered on Wednesday to highlight the environmental and community impact of the Blue Green Connector Project along Little Conestoga Creek in Lancaster, a …
Pennsylvania DEP Celebrates Landmark Blue Green Connector Project in Lancaster Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has commenced its annual Black Fly Suppression Program to control nuisance black fly populations across the state. The initiative, now …
Pennsylvania DEP Launches Annual Black Fly Suppression Program Read More HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has announced significant strides in permit processing and inspections during the first quarter of 2025. Thanks to modernization efforts under …
Pennsylvania DEP Reports Major Progress in Permit Processing and Inspections Read More