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HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) recently allocated over $2 million in Growing Greener Plus grants to support 17 environmental projects across the state’s Southeast Region. …
$2M in Green Grants to Revitalize Southeast PA’s Environment and Protect Community Waterways Read More NORRISTOWN, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has officially added the Nockamixon TCE Site in Bucks County to the state’s Priority List of Hazardous Sites for Remedial …
Toxic Legacy Exposed: Pennsylvania Targets Nockamixon for Urgent Cleanup Read More
MECHANICSBURG, PA — As autumn brings a cascade of falling leaves, Pennsylvania American Water is urging residents to properly dispose of yard waste to prevent blocked storm drains and maintain …
Keep Your Neighborhood Safe: How You Can Prevent Flooding by Properly Disposing of Leaves Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A recent study released by the PennEnvironment Research & Policy Center has cast a spotlight on alarming practices in Pennsylvania school districts related to lead contamination in …
Protecting Our Kids: The Shocking Truth About Lead in Pennsylvania School Water Revealed! Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding is calling on Pennsylvania farmers to apply for $13 million in tax credits aimed at enhancing soil health and water quality. The tax credits …
Pennsylvania Farmers Invited to Apply for $13 Million in Tax Credits for Conservation Efforts Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Plastic pellets and microplastics are polluting lakes, rivers, and other waterways, posing significant environmental and public health threats. On Thursday, PIRG and PennEnvironment launched an interactive map …
New Interactive Map Highlights Plastic Pellet Pollution in U.S. Waterways Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has introduced a new web page dedicated to tracking research on microplastics and nanoplastics in the food supply. This initiative aims to …
FDA Launches Web Page to Monitor Microplastics and Nanoplastics in Food Supply Read More
DOVER, DE — Delaware’s Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) is now accepting proposals for matching grants aimed at planning surface water projects. The initiative is open to …
Delaware Opens Grant Applications for Surface Water Projects Read More
MECHANICSBURG, PA — Pennsylvania American Water has announced that its 2023 Water Quality Reports are now available on the company’s website. These reports, also known as Consumer Confidence Reports, provide …
Pennsylvania American Water Releases 2023 Water Quality Reports Read More
LANCASTER, PA — Lancaster County Convention Center was abuzz with excitement on May 14, 2024, as water providers from across Pennsylvania gathered for the annual Pennsylvania American Water Works Association …
Chester Water Authority Takes Home Top Honors at PA AWWA Conference Two Years Running Read More