Chester County News and Community Website
WASHINGTON, D.C. — America’s rural landscape is on the verge of an energy revolution. Earlier this month, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced a massive $4.37 billion in loans and grants through …
$4.37 Billion USDA Investment Could Change Rural Energy Forever—Here’s How Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Biden-Harris Administration is betting big on clean energy innovation, and rural America is at the center of the action. USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack has announced a groundbreaking …
USDA Unleashes $78.3 Million in Loans to Revolutionize Rural Energy—A Bold Push for Clean Power and Jobs Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — A recent report by the PennEnvironment Research & Policy Center has unveiled Pennsylvania’s position as 48th in the nation for growth in solar, wind, and geothermal energy …
Pennsylvania Lags Behind in Renewable Energy Growth, Opportunities for Improvement Remain Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a significant stride toward equity in energy access, the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service recently issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking …
Unlocking Clean Energy Potential: How New Treasury Rules Could Transform Low-Income Areas Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) has called on Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm to provide clearer guidance on the clean energy bonus tax …
Senator Casey Pushes for Clarity on Clean Energy Bonus Tax Credits Read More
ERIE, PA — Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn recently marked a significant milestone at Presque Isle State Park, unveiling newly installed solar arrays that will …
Presque Isle State Park Powers Up with New Solar Arrays, Leading Pennsylvania’s Renewable Energy Push Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a surge of environmental activism, Pennsylvanians are urging for concrete climate solutions to be a non-negotiable part of any final budget agreement. This plea was echoed …
Pennsylvanians Rally for Climate Solutions, Demand Emphasis on Environment in Budget Agreement Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of Treasury, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), and Department of Energy (DOE) have announced the opening of the application portal for the 2024 Low-Income Communities Bonus …
New Federal Program Offers Boost for Clean Energy in Low-Income Communities Read More
HARRISBURG, PA – Former Congressman Conor Lamb is stepping into a new role as co-chair of Energy Future PA. This nonpartisan coalition aims to secure Pennsylvania’s leadership in the transition …
Conor Lamb Joins Energy Future PA as Co-Chair, Aims to Lead State into Green Energy Era Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania House of Representatives approved House Bill 1615 on Tuesday. Introduced by State Reps. Jennifer O’Mara (D-Delaware County) and Tom Mehaffie (R-Dauphin County), the bipartisan bill …
Pennsylvania House Passes Landmark Bill Setting Appliance Efficiency Standards Read More