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Pa. Senate approves bill modernizing permitting process
The Pennsylvania Senate approved Senate Bill 6, a permitting reform aimed at bringing increased accountability, transparency, and efficiency to how state agencies handle permit applications.
Lancaster’s Rhoads Energy gains grant for propane-powered trucks
Rhoads Energy receives a $45K AFIG grant to buy propane trucks, helping reduce emissions and support clean energy.
Shapiro Administration funding clean energy project in central Pa.
DEP Acting Secretary Jessica Shirley announced that more than $2.55 million to improve air quality in communities through cleaner fuel transportation infrastructure has been awarded, including projects in central Pennsylvania.
RGGI electricity tax repeal approved by Pa. Senate
The Pennsylvania Senate approved legislation to repeal the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative carbon tax.
Federal funding to create jobs, improve public health secured by Shapiro Administration
The Shapiro Administration has secured more than $76 million in federal funding this week to create jobs, boost the oil and gas well plugging program, and cut methane emissions.
World-famous Pa. food manufacturer expanding Chambersburg facility
Gov. Josh Shapiro joined Martin’s leadership Tuesday to announce that Martin’s Famous Potato Rolls and Bread is investing $123.2 million to expand its manufacturing facility in Chambersburg.
Lebanon, York included in DEP pilot program for construction permits
Lebanon and York counties are included in a new program to improve and accelerate the review process for construction stormwater discharge permits.
Harrisburg company gains grant for clean diesel emissions
Wilsbach Distributors in Harrisburg is one of seven applicants for the PA State Clean Diesel Grant program to be awarded a grant by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection.
DEP seeks new projects for Pa. electric grid
The state Department of Environmental Protection is looking for projects to improve Pennsylvania's electric grid.
Commonwealth Court overturns RGGI inclusion, sparking debate
A climate initiative to place limits on carbon dioxide pollution from Pennsylvania's power sector was found unconstitutional by the Commonwealth Court.
Shapiro Administration secures $100M for environmental damages
The Shapiro Administration has secured $100 million to resolve claims related to environmental damages.
PA Senate passes budget that draws praise, criticism
Pennsylvania’s Senate approved on Friday a 2023-24 budget of $45.55 billion, approximately $300 million less than what Gov. Josh Shapiro proposed last March.
