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WEST CHESTER, PA — The Pennsylvania Climate Emissions Reduction (PACER) Program was introduced on Wednesday, a brainchild of State Senator Carolyn Comitta and an integral part of Governor Shapiro’s energy …
New Energy Plan May Save Pennsylvanians Money and Create Jobs, Here’s How Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — In a commitment to renewable energy and cost reduction, the Sustainable Energy Partnership of Southeast Pennsylvania (SEPSPA)—comprising of Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery counties—has recently awarded …
Southeast Pennsylvania Counties Forge New Paths with Renewable Energy Collaboration Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — State Rep. Danielle Friel Otten and State Rep. Aerion Abney, both Democrats, initiated legislation on Wednesday to advance the Pennsylvania Reliable Energy Sustainability Standard (PRESS) and Pennsylvania …
Revving Up Renewable Energy: Pennsylvania Officials Take Bold Steps Towards Cleaner Energy and Climate Goals 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
PHILADELPHIA, PA – Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle L. Parker, alongside city officials and the Philadelphia Energy Authority, recently marked the inauguration of the Adams Solar Project. This 70-megawatt solar facility, one …
Philadelphia Powers Up: City Celebrates Launch of Major Solar Project Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — The School District of Philadelphia, in partnership with engineering firm Energia, has launched two landmark projects aimed at transforming local schools into models of sustainability and 21st-century …
Philadelphia Schools Embark on Energy Efficiency Overhaul with Energia Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A groundbreaking initiative aimed at delivering affordable and sustainable solar power to low-income Pennsylvanians and communities facing environmental justice concerns was announced on Monday. The Biden Administration …
Pennsylvania Secures Over $156 Million for Solar Energy in Low-Income and Environmental Justice Communities Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — In a landmark move to combat climate change, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced on Thursday the finalization of updated standards aimed at drastically reducing carbon …
EPA Finalizes New Standards to Significantly Cut Carbon Pollution from Power Plants Read More
YORK, PA — On Monday, a historic announcement brought a ray of hope for the renewable energy industry as Governor Josh Shapiro heralded a transformative new initiative in Pennsylvania. The …
Pennsylvania Pioneers in Renewable Energy: Half of State’s Power to Come from Solar by Next Year Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Energy Development Authority (PEDA), in collaboration with the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), has introduced the Keystone Energy Efficiency Program (KEEP) Home Energy Loan program. …
Pennsylvania Launches KEEP Home Energy Loan Program to Boost Efficiency and Cut Costs for Homeowners Read More