The governor’s office says he is merely exploring the possibility of joining the interstate compact, which would likely raise energy prices.
By Daniel Payne
‘Forgotten’ Pennsylvanians castigate ‘pathetic’ response to train disaster
The state Senate held hearings on the East Palestine, Ohio, disaster and what it might mean for Pennsylvanians.
By Anthony Hennen
Senator Doug Mastriano: Pennsylvanians deserve answers about the East Palestine environmental disaster
The state government is slow to respond to this unfolding environmental catastrophe.
By Sen. Doug Mastriano
Pennsylvania attorney general urges EPA to act on ‘forever chemicals’
The unusually persistent chemicals pose a risk to human health, acting Attorney General Michelle Henry says.
By Anthony Hennen
Guy Ciarrocchi: “Green” versus “dirty” economies is a false choice
Why don’t self-described “environmentalists” ever celebrate the progress that’s been made?
By Guy Ciarrocchi
Sen. Scott Martin: Cooperation, not partisanship, will solve Pennsylvania’s environmental challenges
Republicans and Democrats have worked together for good, meaningful environmental regulation in the past. They should continue to do so in the new legislative session.
By Sen. Scott Martin
Majority of funds for climate change program went to repave Bloomsburg parking lots
Some funds will go to environmental upgrades, but most of the money looks like old-fashioned pork barrel spending.
By Anthony Hennen
Commonwealth Court issues injunction blocking Wolf’s RGGI move
The court’s ruling halts Wolf’s unilateral effort to bypass the legislature on climate change.
By Chris Woodward
Pennsylvania moratorium loophole nets $45M in oil and gas revenue
The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources determined that Wolf’s moratorium did not apply to streambeds.
By Anthony Hennen
Nick Russo: Retired Philly science teacher leads cleanup effort in Cobbs Creek Park
How a retired Philadelphia high school teacher started an all-volunteer anti-litter movement in Cobbs Creek Park.
By Nick Russo