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WEST CHESTER, PA — In response to escalating wildfire threats, the Chester County Commissioners have enacted a 30-day ban on open burning throughout the county, effective immediately. This decisive measure …
Fire Fears Trigger Emergency Burn Ban in Chester County: What You Need to Know Now! Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Bob Casey has successfully secured $245,082,772 to address the long-standing issue of abandoned mine lands across the state. This funding, part of the third round …
Senator Casey Secures $245 Million for Abandoned Mine Cleanup in Pennsylvania Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) has announced the commencement of the nomination period for Pennsylvania’s 2025 River of the Year, inviting residents to nominate …
Nominate Your Beloved Waterway: Be Part of Pennsylvania’s 2025 River of the Year Celebration! Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has allocated more than $3.4 million in grants aimed at improving water quality and enhancing fish and wildlife habitats across …
Pennsylvania Commits Over $3.4 Million to Enhance Water Quality and Habitat Restoration Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — West Chester University is set to host two compelling presentations that delve into personal healing and the global climate crisis, featuring esteemed speakers Greg Wrenn and …
Discover Personal Journeys and Environmental Insights with Greg Wrenn and Zach Brown at West Chester University Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — A consortium of creative forces including Allelo Design, In-House Int’l, Left Side Up Films, and Wild Geese Productions is set to launch a new short film series, “ShiftMakers: …
Discover How Creative Innovators are Shaping a Sustainable Future: Unveiling the ‘ShiftMakers’ Film Series! Read More
EXTON, PA — In celebration of National Clean-Up Day, Uwchlan Township’s Environmental Advisory Council is spearheading a community clean-up event along Route 100. The initiative, scheduled for Saturday, September 21st …
Uwchlan Township Organizes Route 100 Clean-Up for National Clean-Up Day Read More
WILMINGTON, DE — The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) has unveiled the 2025 Community Environmental Project Fund (CEPF) grants, emphasizing equity in its revamped grant process. This …
DNREC Announces Equity-Focused 2025 Community Environmental Project Fund Grants Read More
PITTSBURGH, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and Arxada, LLC recently reached a proposed consent decree to recover costs from the remediation of the former Pool Doctor-Beaver Alkali …
DEP and Arxada, LLC Reach Consent Decree Over Beaver County Site Cleanup Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Greylock Production, LLC, a natural gas energy production company, has pleaded no contest to multiple environmental violations this week, resulting from the operation of several wells over …
Greylock Production, LLC Pleads No Contest to Environmental Violations in Pennsylvania Read More