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PEC is co-sponsoring this event with PennEnvironment. Join us to learn how you can help preserve vital Growing Greener funding.
The Pennsylvania Environmental Council is co-sponsoring this event with PennEnvironment.
Join us for an exciting opportunity to help protect Pennsylvania's great natural heritage on Monday, November 14 at 6 p.m. the Dickinson College campus in Carlisle.
$25 for one ticket $50 for three tickets
Abington Journal Correspondent Kelly Leighton covers the Northeast Environmental Partnership Awards
The South Branch Tunkhannock Creek Watershed Coalition and Dorrance Belin, both of Lackawanna County, will be included among honorees at an upcoming gala.
PEC offers detailed comments on S.B. 1100 to advocate for additional necessary changes to the Oil & Gas Act that are critical to “getting it right” for shale gas development - a multi-generational activity in Pennsylvania.
The Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) is pleased the Senate has committed to updating and improving the Oil & Gas Act, a decades-old law written before unconventional shale gas development was a reality in our state. Amendments are sorely needed to ensure that Pennsylvania has appropriate and adaptive standards in place to meet the myriad environmental issues associated with this already pervasive range of activities and infrastructure.
Harrisburg Patriot-News features an op-ed by PEC President Paul King in response to Governor Corbett's recent Marcellus Shale proposal.
BY PAUL KING
Gov. Corbett's proposal to regulate the development of the Marcellus Shale is a good start. It contains nearly all of the recommendations contained in the Marcellus Shale Advisory Commission report this summer, many of which were conceived and proposed by the Pennsylvania Environmental Council. And if passed into law intact, this plan would offer far greater protection of the environment and public health of Pennsylvania's citizens than the Oil and Gas Act provides.
On Monday, Governor Corbett announced his plans to implement recommendations from the Marcellus Shale Advisory Commission. While much depends on details that have yet to be released, the environmental organizations represented on the Marcellus Shale Advisory Commission are encouraged that the Governor intends to move forward with many of the recommendations in the Commission’s final report that address environmental concerns.
WNEP-16's Power to Save television program highlights the awards recipients and dinner event.
WNEP's Power to Save September show highlighted the Thomas P. Shelburne Award winner Dorrance Belin and his lifelong commitment to environmental protection as well as his work with the Countryside Conservancy. The show also announced the Northeast Partnership Award Recipients and dinner event details.
Now accepting reservations for the Northeast Environmental Partnership Awards and Dinner on Thursday, October 27th at the Woodlands Inn & Resort.
Thursday, October 27, 2011 at 5:00pm
Woodlands Inn & Resort, Rte 315, Wilkes-Barre, PA.
Keynote Speaker: Michael Krancer, Secretary, PA Dept. of Environmental Protection
Guest Commentary: Richard Allan, Secretary, PA Dept. of Conservation and Natural Resources
Master of Ceremonies: Thomas Makowski, Borton Lawson
The DEP Citizens Advisory Council this week elected John Walliser, Vice President for Legal and Government Affairs with the PA Environmental Council, to serve as Council Chair.
The DEP Citizens Advisory Council this week elected John Walliser, Vice President for Legal and Government Affairs with the PA Environmental Council, to serve as Council Chair.
John guides legal and policy efforts for PEC. In addition, John assists in program development and management in PEC’s Western Regional Office. Most recently he has been active in developing Marcellus Shale policy for PEC.
The Northeast Environmental Partnership Awards recognize outstanding accomplishments and teamwork in achieving excellence in environmental protection or conservation in NEPA.
“An Evening for Pennsylvania’s Environment” – The Twenty-first Annual Environmental Partnership Awards Dinner will be held on Thursday, October 27, 2011 at 5:00pm at the Woodlands Inn & Resort, Rte 315, Wilkes-Barre, PA. Six (6) recipients of the Environmental Partnership Award and the Thomas P. Shelburne Environmental Leadership Award Recipient will be honored.
Come to the Allegheny Green & Innovation Festival at Hartwood Acres and learn about sustainable living and innovation in all forms. PEC is pleased to be a vendor at this event.
Saturday, September 24, 2011
11 am – 5 pm
Hartwood Acres Park Amphitheatre
The Pennsylvania Environmental Council is dismayed at the remarks of DCED Secretary Alan Walker as reported in Capitolwire this morning, in which he apparently expressed support for unrestrained drilling of state forest land to generate additional income for our state.
The Honorable Tom Corbett
Governor, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Dear Governor Corbett:
Leader Times reporter Dave Hurst highlights PEC's recent Marcellus resources including MarcellusFacts.org and the Marcellus Lease Guide
By Dave Hurst, FOR THE LEADER TIMES
Thursday, July 21, 2011
There is no bigger fan of the Allegheny Mountains' cultural and natural heritage than PJ Piccirillo — at least that I've encountered.
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reporters Brad Bumsted and Timothy Puko cover the possibility of using funds from an impact fee to seal abandoned wells. PEC VP John Walliser provides insight.
All PEC members are invited to PEC's Annual Members Meeting, featuring a program discussion about Marcellus Shale.
Joint Statement from PEC, Chesapeake Bay Foundation, The Nature Conservancy (PA Chapter), and Western Pennsylvania Conservancy
Marcellus Shale Advisory Commission Members:
Matthew J. Ehrhart, Chesapeake Bay Foundation
Anthony S. Bartolomeo, Pennsylvania Environmental Council
Ronald L. Ramsey, The Nature Conservancy
Cynthia Carrow, Western Pennsylvania Conservancy
Statement:
Online resource provides conservation principles for better protection.
Property owners faced with a decision about leasing the mineral rights beneath their land for Marcellus Shale gas drilling have a new tool to help them understand their options and make more informed choices.
MarcellusFacts.org Makes it Easy to Stay Informed
Harrisburg, PA – A new web site aimed at organizing the avalanche of information on all things Marcellus Shale was announced today by the Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC).
Pittsburgh Tribune Review reporter Timothy Puko covers PEC's and CBF's proposed amendments to the state Oil and Gas Act.
By Timothy Puko
PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Two more environmental groups have begun to push for strengthened state regulation of the shale gas industry, asking for 50 amendments to the state Oil and Gas Act.
The Pennsylvania Environmental Council and the Chesapeake Bay Foundation released their recommendations on Tuesday that include:
-- An expanded permit process to increase public review and comments.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reporters Don Hopey and Laura Olson cover PEC's and CBF's proposed changes to the state Oil and Gas Act
Two environmental organizations have proposed 50 changes to the state Oil and Gas Act aimed at tightening environmental controls, increasing public review and taking into account the cumulative effects of Marcellus Shale gas development.
Marcellus Shale amendments would ensure that Pennsylvania "gets it right"
HARRISBURG, PA – Two major environmental organizations in Pennsylvania have joined forces in submitting a legislative proposal to the Corbett administration and state lawmakers that is designed to help ensure safe and responsible Marcellus Shale drilling and gas extraction in Pennsylvania.
The Northeastern Pennsylvania Environmental Partnership Awards are presented annually to recognize the achievements of individuals or organizations that, through partnerships, have achieved excellence in environmental protection or conservation.
The Northeast Environmental Partners announce the “21st Annual Evening for Pennsylvania’s Environment” and are seeking a Call For Nominations for the Northeastern Pennsylvania Environmental Partnership Awards and the Thomas P. Shelburne Award.
Pennsylvania State Senator Joe Scarnati proposed implementing a Marcellus Shale impact fee. PEC calls for reasonal severage tax or impact fee on natural gas industry.
Statement from Paul M. King
President
Pennsylvania Environmental Council
Regarding Proposal from Pennsylvania State Senator Joe Scarnati to Implement a Marcellus Shale Impact Fee
HARRISBURG, PA – “It is time for Pennsylvania to adopt a reasonable severance tax or impact fee on the natural gas industry. It does not matter what you call it, but we need new revenues from the industry to pay for the prevention and mitigation of impacts created by drilling. We commend Senator Scarnati and other legislators who have stepped up to address this need.
Five community programs throughout Western PA will divide $25,000 for their positive impact on the environment.
PITTSBURGH, PA – Five community programs from throughout Western Pennsylvania will divide $25,000 from Dominion Foundation and the Pennsylvania Environmental Council for innovation and effectiveness in making a positive impact on the Western Pennsylvania environment.
The five programs are this year’s winners of the 2011 Western Pennsylvania Environmental Awards, presented annually to local organizations that demonstrate leadership, effectiveness and results in making an impact on the environment.
Merrell Oyster Racing Series Takes to Pittsburgh Streets on June 25th, 2011, benefitting PEC.
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – The excitement and popularity of the rapidly-growing sport of urban adventure racing is coming to Pittsburgh this summer.
The Merrell Oyster Racing Series has announced the “Ultimate Urban Adventure Race” will be held in Pittsburgh on Saturday, June 25, 2011. This day-long race will combine pure athleticism with thought-provoking strategy, guiding racers through a series of crazy athletic stunts in a race around Pittsburgh, while they solve city-specific clues and completing challenges.
Join PEC, DEP Secretary Michael Krancer, DCNR Secretary Richard Allan, and the award recipients for this gala celebration.
Harrisburg, PA. -- The Pennsylvania Environmental Council has announced that the award ceremonies for this year’s recipients of the 2011 Governor’s Award for Environmental Excellence will take place at an awards dinner on April 28, 2011 in Harrisburg. “Throughout the State, the Pennsylvania Environmental Council is recognized for its premier dinner programs that provide unique networking opportunities for all involved in environmental programs and collaboration on key issues of the day,” said Paul King, President & CEO of the Pennsylvania Environmental Council.
Sewickley Herald staff writer Kristina Serafini covers a Marcellus Shale forum, where PEC VP John Walliser served as moderator.
More than 100 people filed into the Big Sewickley Creek Volunteer Fire Department fire hall last Thursday as a six-person panel of environmentalists and legal representatives discussed Marcellus shale and the spike in the number of permits issued and drilling sites over the last several years in Pennsylvania.
Alan Eichler, manager of the Oil and Gas Program for the Southwest Region of the Department of Environmental Protection, said in 2005 only five permits were issued, but in 2010, that figure jumped to 3,314, with more than 1,000 actual drillings.
Join PEC for the region's premier environmental dinner event. PA DEP Secretary Michael Krancer and PA DCNR Secretary Richard Allan will serve as keynote speakers. Philadelphia Water Department Commissioner Howard Neukrug will be awarded the Curtin Winsor Award.
In his role at PEC, Mr. Ubinger leads efforts to address deficiencies in regulatory programs around Marcellus Shale development and works to encourage the uses of green infrastructure in stormwater management projects.
HARRISBURG, Pa. – John W. Ubinger, Jr., a senior vice president with the Pennsylvania Environmental Council, was presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Pennsylvania Bar Association for enhancing and furthering the practice of environmental law.
The award was presented in Harrisburg yesterday by the PBA’s Environmental and Energy Law Section.
PEC is the only Pennsylvania-based environmental organization named among the nation's top environmental groups, based on a user-feedback campaign.
HARRISBURG, PA -- Just in time for Earth Day, GreatNonprofits announced their 2011 Top-Rated Green Nonprofits List, based on user reviews submitted during a national campaign in March. The Pennsylvania Environmental Council has qualified for inclusion as one of more than 50 organizations across the country working to protect and preserve the environment.
Join the Next Great City Coalition for the launch of the next City agenda. Immediately afterward, a forum for all At-Large City Council Candidates will be held to provide an opportunity to highlight candidate positions on issues such as energy, waste, transportation, land reuse and food access.
Philadelphia City Council Candidate Forums 2011 Academy of Natural Sciences- 19th St and the Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Thursday, March 17, 2011
5:30 p.m. Launch of Next Great City Agenda for City Council- Butterfly Room- RSVP for the launch
6:30 p.m. - Philadelphia City Council At-Large Candidate’s Forum- Auditorium- RSVP for the forum
PEC Chair Tony Bartolomeo appointed by Governor Corbett
Harrisburg, Pa. – Anthony S. Bartolomeo, the chairman of the Pennsylvania Environmental Council, has been named to Governor Tom Corbett’s Marcellus Shale Advisory Commission.
The governor made the announcement as part of his 2011-12 budget address to the General Assembly in Harrisburg today. Bartolomeo is one of 30 individuals drawn from the environmental community, state and local government and the natural gas industry statewide. The commission will be led by Lt. Governor Jim Cawley.
Join us for PEC's annual gala celebrating the winners of the Governor's Environmental Excellence Awards.
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Thursday, April 28, 2011
Harrisburg Hilton
5:00 p.m.
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Keynote speaker:
Michael Krancer, Secretary of the PA Department of Environmental Protection
Program Emcee:
Janelle Stelson, News Anchor, WGAL, Channel 8
Join EACs from across the region to learn about how your community can better manage stormwater runoff, protect open space, develop trails, and promote green development.
Villanova University
7:30 am - 3:45 p.m.
Sponsors: PA DCNR, William Penn Foundation
NOTE: ONLINE registration closes at 12noon on Friday, April 8th. HOWEVER, walk-ins are welcome at the EAC Conference so please plan to register on-site.
Agenda
Click here to view the complete agenda including speakers.
Statement from Paul King, President & CEO
Marcellus Shale continues to dominate the news due to a series of unfortunate events at well sites in western Pennsylvania, national questions regarding the safety of the hydraulic fracking process, and recent policy withdrawals made by the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP).
Here's your chance to help the Pennsylvania Environmental Council while bidding on some exciting ways to experience Pennsylvania's unique environment. Auction items are added regularly.
Check out our auction items! Fishing trips, luxury boxes at sports events, kayak excursions, private wine tasting, rowing and birding lessons, original artwork, stays at historic inns, culinary delights and more!
Philadelphia Inquirer features an op-ed piece by PEC President Paul King.
By Paul M. King
Gov. Corbett has taken office at a precarious time for Pennsylvania's environment. Over the past 40 years, we have made tremendous progress in addressing the legacy of three centuries of environmental degradation, but the effort is far from complete. While recognizing that our limited fiscal resources demand innovative thinking, we must continue the job we've started.
Comments on Local Impacts of Marcellus Shale Development
Ellen Ferretti, a Vice President with PEC, will testify before the Senate Majority Policy Committee today on local impacts of Marcellus Shale development. The focus of the testimony will be on the need for better information assessment, as well as enhanced opportunity for comprehensive site planning, in the development process. A copy of the testimony is available below.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Reporter Sean D. Hamill looks at the debate potential natural gas drilling near the Powdermill Nature Reserve, including how PEC is playing a role in helping determine what conditions could make nearby drilling environmentally safe.
By Sean D. Hamill
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
November 6, 2010
Jane Netting Huff remembers well her father's search for the perfect nature reserve.
"He walked all over Western Pennsylvania looking for places," said Dr. Huff, 71, a Virginia Tech biology professor whose late father was Graham Netting, the former director of the Carnegie Museum of Natural History who sought to create a field station near Pittsburgh in 1948.
"He wanted a place where scientists from the Carnegie could do their research, a place that would be protected."
The Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) today applauded Governor Rendell’s signing of an Executive Order prohibiting additional leasing of State Park or Forest land for oil and gas development.
Scranton Times-Tribune reporter David Falchek covers PEC's Northeast Environmental Partners Awards
PLAINS TWP. - The Northeast Pennsylvania Environmental Council recognized eight area residents and groups for their commitment to environmental causes at the organization's awards dinner Thursday night.
The Thomas P. Shelburne Environmental Leadership Award went to Tim Herd, executive director of the Stroud Region Open Space and Recreation Commission. Seven other awards were also given out, recognizing individuals and groups from the 16-county area.
Recommendations and Findings on Environmental Policy Needs for Pennsylvania
The River Reporter's Sandy Long looks at how the recently finalized budget will impact environmental funding.
Environmental agencies see more cuts; gas severance tax confirmed
By SANDY LONG
PENNSYLVANIA - Pennsylvania's recently finalized $28 billion General Fund budget extends cuts made last year to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) while sustaining some conservation programs and calling for the establishment of a natural gas severance tax.
Environmental organizations are calling the outcome a "mixed bag."
PEC urges General Assembly and Governor to protect dedicated funding.
Below is text of the mesage sent to members of the General Assembly as they consider the revenue component of the state budget.
June 30, 2010
PEC Joins Joint Statement on Environmental Program Cuts
The Pennsylvania Environmental Council today joined the Pennsylvania Chapter of The Nature Conservancy (TNC), the Pennsylvania Office of the Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF), the Pennsylvania Organization for Watersheds and Rivers (POWR), and the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy (WPC) on the following statement.
Congratulations to the winners of the
Pennsylvania Environmental Council's
40th Anniversary Photo Contest!
The Northeast Environmental Partners announce the “20th Annual Evening for Pennsylvania’s Environment” and are seeking a Call For Nominations for the Northeastern Pennsylvania Environmental Partnership Awards and the Thomas P. Shelburne Award.
The Northeast Environmental Partners (Northeast Pennsylvania Alliance, Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Pennsylvania Environmental Council's Northeast Office, PPL Corporation, Procter & Gamble Paper Products Company, and Wilkes University) are proud to announce that the 20th Annual Evening for Pennsylvania's Environment has been scheduled for Thursday, October 14, 2010 at the Woodlands Inn and Resort.
Nominations sought for statewide recognition program honoring 40 young Pennsylvanians working to protect the environment
Harrisburg, PA (June 1, 2010) -- In celebration of its 40th Anniversary, the Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC), will recognize 40 Pennsylvanians under the age of 40 who are working to protect the environment.
Environmental professionals and volunteers who are helping to solve Pennsylvania's environmental challenges through leadership, innovation and collaboration are encouraged to apply.
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Recognizing 40 young Pennsylvanians who are working to protect the environment.
Pittsburgh serves as the North American host city for this United Nations day of celebration. Check out what PEC and partners have planned in the host city!
Pittsburgh-area government officials, business indexes, organizations and individuals will schedule a series of World Environment Day events, as well as events taking place during the six weeks that "bridge the gap" between Earth Day on April 22 and World Environment Day on June 5. The events will highlight the theme for celebrations in Pittsburgh, "Biodiversity - Ecosystems Management and the Green Economy."
Visit www.pittsburghwed.com for details and a list of events.
State House Majority Policy Committee examining water quality issues related to Marcellus shale drilling at hearing in Uniontown.
Update: PEC's Testimony is now available online.
HARRISBURG -- John Walliser, Vice President of Legal and Government Affairs, Pennsylvania Environmental Council, will testify at a hearing on water quality issues relating to the Marcellus Shale industry in Pennsylvania from 10 a.m. to noon Friday, May 14, at Penn State Fayette's Eberly Campus, Williams Building, Swimmer Hall, One University Drive, Uniontown.
The Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry partners with PEC to present this Summit, focusing on the science and economic impact of climate change.
8 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Radisson Penn Harris Hotel & Convention Center, Camp Hill, PA
Click here to view the full agenda.
KDKA reports on the Marcellus Shale Policy Conference.
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - Several hundred leaders from the natural gas industry, environmental groups and government regulators gathered at Duquesne University to try to find common ground in the development of the Marcellus Shale.
Marcellus Shale is the geological formation a mile below us that holds huge pockets of natural gas. But getting that gas out raises lots of issues, says Davitt Woodwell from the Pennsylvania Environment Council hosting the conference.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports on Marcellus Shale Conference
By Don Hopey, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Pennsylvania needs tougher regulations for Marcellus shale gas drilling, aggressive, independent enforcement, and a severance tax on the gas extracted, according to state Department of Environmental Protection Secretary John Hanger.
And yesterday would not be soon enough to get all of that done and "done right" to protect the state's water resources, said Mr. Hanger in a forceful keynote speech opening the Marcellus Shale Policy Conference at Duquesne University on Monday.
Pittsburgh Tribune Review reports from PEC's Marcellus Shale Policy Conference at Duquesne.
By Rick Stouffer, PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW
Unless steps are taken to protect the state's environment, development of Marcellus Shale natural gas reserves could overwhelm its benefits, state Department of Environmental Protection Secretary John Hanger said yesterday.
The natural gas drilling industry must follow laws and regulations put in place to protect water used in the drilling process; self-regulation doesn't work, Hanger said.
Philadelphia Inquirer reports: PEC's Marcellus Policy Conference with Duquesne University opens dialogue about natural gas drilling in Pennsylvania.
By Andrew Maykuth
Inquirer Staff Writer
PITTSBURGH - Saying the cost of natural-gas development could outweigh the benefits, Pennsylvania's two highest-ranking environmental officials built a case Monday for imposing more taxes and regulation on Marcellus Shale exploration.
EARTH DAY FOR THE 1990S
TWENTY YEARS AGO, THE ISSUES WERE SIMPLE AND THE CROWDS WERE DEEP.
THOUGH THE PARTY ENDED, THE PROBLEMS REMAINED. THIS SPRING, ORGANIZERS HOPE TO REFUEL THE GRASSROOTS DRIVE TO SAVE THE PLANET.
Feb 23, 1990
By Sandy Bauers , Inquirer Staff Writer
A chill drizzle the day before had everyone worried. What if they held the party and nobody showed?
But April 22, 1970, dawned cloudless. And the flower children came out by the thousands.
Joint letter to Governor and General Assembly asks for comprehensive assessment of existing and potential impacts of natural gas extraction on state forest lands.
The Pennsylvania Environmental Council, as well as the Pennsylvania Chapters of the Chesapeake Bay Foundation and The Nature Conservancy, today called on Governor Rendell and the General Assembly to halt any consideration of additional leasing of state forest land for natural gas extraction until a comprehensive environmental and public use assessment is conducted. A copy of the statement is included below.
PEC to honor the 16 winners - representing innovation and collaboration in energy, water conservation and land use.
Harrisburg, PA. April 12, 2010. The Pennsylvania Environmental Council announced today that the award ceremonies for this year's recipients of the 2010 Governor's Award for Environmental Excellence will take place at a gala dinner on April 20, 2010 in Harrisburg.
Join PEC and other organizations and businesses at the Liberty Place Shops Rotunda on Earth Day.
Earth Day Expo - Healthy People, Healthy Planet
Sponsored by the Pennsylvania Environmental Council & CIGNA
Thursday, April 22, 2010
11:00 am to 2:00 pm
The Shops at Liberty Place - 1600 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19192
Giveaways, speakers, and info on going green!
Celebrate 40 years of improving Pennsylvania's environment! Join us at PEC's Philadelphia Dinner, the region's premier environmental event.
Featured Speakers:
Pennsylvania's two gubernatorial candidates are invited to a discussion about their accomplishments and perspectives on environmental and conservation issues. As of now, Allegheny County Executive Dan Onorato will attend and address the audience in-person, and Pennsylvania Attorney General Tom Corbett will address the audience by pre-taped video.
Anthony S. Bartolomeo, a strong advocate for corporate responsibility to the environment, has been elected Chairman of the Board.
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Philadelphia, Pa. (April 1, 2010) - Don Welsh, President and CEO for the Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC), announced that the Board of Directors has elected Anthony S. Bartolomeo, PE, as Chairman.
Nominations are due June 16th for this annual awards program that recognizes the achievements of individuals or organizations that, through partnerships, have achieved excellence in environmental protection or conservation.
The Northeast Environmental Partners announce the "20th Annual Evening for Pennsylvania's Environment" and are seeking a Call For Nominations for the Northeastern Pennsylvania Environmental Partnership Awards and the Thomas P. Shelburne Award.
PEC invites you to a dinner and discussion about Marcellus Shale
The Pennsylvania Environmental Council invites you to join the discussion as they ask a panel of experts the tough question "How does Marcellus development in Pennsylvania fit within the three rings of sustainability - environment, economy, and community?" The evening is sure to enlighten us about Southwestern Pennsylvania's energy future.
Click here to view/print the invitation.
Duquesne University Union Ballroom, 4th Floor
600 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA
PEC cosponsors program that attacts 50 people to hear about the benefits of green roofs for water retention and energy savings.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
By Bob Podurgiel
Even though most roofs are still covered with ice and snow, people in Carnegie are thinking green -- as in green roofs.
More information now available about Marcellus Shale Policy Conference, May 3rd & 4th in Pittsburgh.
Please visit www.pecpa.org/marcellus for more information.
Join PEC and DEP at this dinner celebration as we honor the recipients of the 2010 Governor's Awards for Environmental Excellence.
Click below to watch PA DEP Secretary John Hanger's remarks:
Register now for the 13th Annual EAC Conference, where EAC members come together to share best practices and discuss innovative environmental solutions in our towns.
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LOCATION:
Abington Friends School
Jenkintown
575 Washington Lane
Jenkintown, PA 19046 (Click here for directions)
TIME: 9:00 am – 2:00pm.
If you have a stake in the development of regulatory policy and decision-making pertaining to Marcellus shale gas production in Pennsylvania, then you should attend this important conference!
How should Pennsylvania construct an effective regulatory framework that allows the natural gas industry to prosper...while protecting environmental and conservation values?
Focus will be on how Pennsylvania can construct an effective regulatory framework
Marcellus Shale Policy Conference
May 3 & 4, 2010
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
If you have a stake in the development of regulatory policy and decision-making pertaining to Marcellus shale gas production in Pennsylvania, then you should attend this important conference!
PA's leading environmental organization marks four decades of acheivements
Harrisburg, PA (January 11, 2010) -- The Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC), one of Pennsylvania's oldest and most respected voices on environmental issues, today marked its 40th anniversary of service.
PEC was founded three months prior to the first Earth Day as part of a sweeping national environmental movement that dramatically changed environmental values, regulation and stewardship in America.
Map and web site describe trails and access areas in 11 counties.
Scranton Times-Leader
By Rory Sweeney
Staff Writer
The state Department of Transportation doesn't just make driving easier. Earlier this fall, it released a map to the recreation trails of Northeastern Pennsylvania that hikers and cyclists will no doubt find useful.
The map, available in east and west segments on the department's Web site, covers 11 counties, including Luzerne, and lists details for finding trailheads.
Despite an early snow, nearly 120 supporters join PEC for the first meeting of the Pocono Conservation Landscape Initiative.
On October 15th PEC and partners held the first Pocono Forest and Water Conservation Landscape Partners Roundtable. The Landscape aims to connect the conservation of natural resources with sustainable community development.
PEC President sees problems as DEP struggles to keep up with the workload: "We understand the economy's bad and the revenues are down, ... but it's just the size of the cuts and it seems disproportionate compared to the workloads."
From The Allentown Morning Call
By Arlene Martínez of the Morning Call
Pennsylvania Is Selling Off Natural Resources To Balance The Budget
Cuts and diversions in the budget just adopted by the state have dramatically reduced spending for environmental and natural resource programs in Pennsylvania by $347 million in just one year according to Donald S. Welsh, President & CEO of the Pennsylvania Environmental Council.
Lancaster Farming notes PEC's role in assessing the costs of using manure from the Chesapeake Bay drainage to put mine lands to productive use.
From Lancaster Farming
Chris Torres
Staff Writer
PINE GROVE, Pa. - Nearly 180,000 acres of Pennsylvania mine land sit abandoned, relics of an old mining industry that used to dominate areas like Schuylkill County and an area of northeastern Pennsylvania referred to by many as "the coal regions."
With much of the area's land depleted of the necessary nutrients to support plant life, it has little use other than possibly putting buildings on it.
Unable, after a hundred days, to balance the budget, the Senate, House and Gov. Rendell have put a sign on our State Forest lands saying "Fire Sale. Must sell."
Unable, after a hundred days, to balance the budget, the Senate, House and Gov. Rendell have put a sign on our State Forest lands saying "Fire Sale. Must sell."
One of the last unresolved issues is the proposal to lease a minimum of 96,000 acres of State Forest land for natural gas drilling, or however much it takes to yield $240 million. Although those numbers may change, the fact remains: this will overturn a century of careful forest management that earned Pennsylvania a sustainable forest certification.
PEC President Don Welsh offers an opinion piece in the Harrisburg Patriot about the natural gas severance tax.
Harrisburg Patriot
The debate surrounding a natural gas severance tax has become the latest political football in budget battles in Harrisburg; one that sidesteps a much deeper and more serious issue: the more than $385 million in additional budget cuts for environmental programs now being discussed in the state Capitol.
PEC's EAC Network presents the Lehigh Valley Conference. Environmental Advisory Council members are invited to network and learn from others in the region.
LOCATION:
Northampton County Community College
Fowler Center
511 E. Third St., Bethlehem.
Room 605
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
TOPICS and sessions include (click here for full agenda):
Act now to protect environmental program funding and our state lands.
Heading into our fourth month without a budget, the alleged light at the end of the tunnel is proving itself to be on oncoming train for those who care about the environment.
As the G-20 Summit descends into Pittsburgh, PA leaders like Teresa Heinz, Katie McGinty, John Hanger and PEC's Scott Van de Mark share their thoughts on addressing climate change.
Envisioning the possible future of climate change
Recent history makes Pittsburgh a gritty example of the changes required to combat global warming
By Don Hopey, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
The irony of lunch-bucket-turned-high-tech Pittsburgh hosting a global financial summit scheduled to tackle the daunting challenge of paying for a less carbon intensive energy future is rich on so many levels.
Statement by Donald S. Welsh
President & CEO
The debate surrounding a natural gas severance tax has become the latest political football in budget battles in Harrisburg; one that sidesteps a much deeper and more serious issue: the more than $385 million in additional budget cuts for environmental programs now being discussed in the State Capitol.
Short-Term Sale of Drilling Rights on State Land Ignores Long Term Problems
Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) President and CEO Don Welsh today issued the following statement on the proposed budget framework agreement set forth by leadership from the General Assembly this morning.
"This budget proposal does nothing to address the critical funding shortfalls facing Pennsylvania's environment. In fact, it continues the theme of making millions of dollars of cuts and diversions from agency budgets that are already insufficient.
Eight (8) Recipients of the Environmental Partnership Award and the Thomas P. Shelburne Environmental Leadership Award Recipient will be honored at "An Evening for Pennsylvania's Environment." in Wilkes-Barre on October 22nd.
"An Evening for Pennsylvania's Environment" - The Nineteenth Annual Environmental Partnership Awards Dinner will be held on Thursday, October 22, 2009 at 5:00pm at the Woodlands Inn & Resort, Rte 315, Wilkes-Barre, PA. Eight (8) Recipients of the Environmental Partnership Award and the Thomas P. Shelburne Environmental Leadership Award Recipient will be honored. To receive information or an invitation to the Awards Dinner, please call the Pennsylvania Environmental Council at 570-718-6507.
Philadelphia's wine tasting is back! Join us once again at the Fairmount Water Works Interpretive Center for delicious reds and savory whites.
Fairmount Water Works Interpretive Center
$35 per person
Includes wine, hors d'oeuvres and Interpretive Center tours, including a special exhibit "100 Years of Filtration"
Meet and greet with PEC's new President & CEO, Don Welsh.
Wine discussion/tasting by Phil Hinerman, PEC Board Member, Attorney, Associate in London's Institute of Wines and Spirits, LEED-AP, and Certified Specialist for Wines, Society of Wine Educators.
Join us for a visit to a mine reclamation project in Schuylkill County. The site was reclaimed with poultry manure in 2006 and planted with switchgrass in 2007
Click here to view the event flyer
October 6, 2009
10:00 AM -2:00 PM
Schuylkill County, PA
Lunch and refreshments provided
Hosted by the Penn State Cooperative Extension, Pennsylvania Environmental Council and Red Barn Trading
Visit a 4 year old mine reclamation experiment in Schuylkill County.
•Reclaimed with poultry manure in 2006
•Planted to switchgrassin 2007
Join us for PEC's Annual Members Meeting, featuring a discussion about green infrastructure in Pennsylvania communities.
Holiday Inn Harrisburg East
4751 Lindle Road
Harrisburg, PA 17111
http://www.hiharrisburgh.com
PEC released a new handbook to help golf courses throughout the state restore wetlands, manage stormwater and make courses more enjoyable.
Golf course superintendents can now take advantage of a new Water Resources Best Management Practices Handbook to help make their courses truly green.
The Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC), in partnership with Land Studies, Inc., published the new Best Management Practices Handbook with financial assistance from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection's Growing Greener Grant Program.
House Bill 80 would further renewable energy and carbon sequestration in Pennsylvania.
The Pennsylvania Environmental Council today announced its support for House Bill 80 (Rep. Vitali, Delaware), with proposed Amendment A01746 (Rep. Ross, Chester), which will be considered by the House Environmental Resources & Energy Committee tomorrow morning.
A copy of PEC's letter of support can be found immediately below.
House Bill 80 and Amendment A01746 pursue two primary objectives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Pennsylvania:
PEC supports Allegheny County's energy audit as part of PA Climate Change Roadmap.
Times Observer
Allegheny County will conduct energy audit PITTSBURGH (AP) - Allegheny County plans to conduct an energy audit of its cars and buildings in hopes of saving money and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
County Executive Dan Onorato said he is committed to operating an efficient and sustainable government. Recently, the county replaced hundreds of incandescent lights at its jail with energy-efficient LED lights.
PEC President Don Welsh's commentary as featured in the Philadelphia Inquirer
Shale tax would help Pa.
Revenue from natural- gas extraction holds promise economically and environmentally.
By Don Welsh
Against an increasingly stark outlook, state budget negotiations have begun in earnest. Many thorny choices need to be made - not just about where to cut the budget, but also about where to find new, reasonable revenue sources.
The latter should include a tax on natural-gas extraction within the state, which could help pay for environmental programs.
5 winners were announced in Pittsburgh. Plus Lifetime Achievement Award Winner Linda McKenna Boxx, the driving force behind the Great Allegheny Passage, was honored.
Snakes and salamanders, wildlife and watersheds, and brownfields with a green future comprise the five area environmental programs that have been named as the winners of the 2009 Western Pennsylvania Environmental Awards, announced yesterday by Dominion and the Pennsylvania Environmental Council.
Congratulations!
The following people are winners in PEC's 2009 Raffle!
Grand Prize of $5,000 cash - Angela Morini
Tough Times, Tough Choices, and What We Need to Do
Starting June 1, against the backdrop of stark economic conditions, the state budget negotiations begin in earnest in Harrisburg. Many thorny choices need to be made; not just about where budget cuts should occur, but also about where new, reasonable revenues can be secured.
Even before current budget difficulties, environmental programs have often found themselves in the crosshairs of being diverted to help balance the budget or pay for other programs.
A singer-songwriter who’s been recorded by many popular artists, ranging from Art Garfunkel to the Dixie Chicks, is the latest PEC musical feature.
In keeping with our tradition of offering music from relatively unknown artists you should know, give a listen to Maia Sharp as the latest musical feature on PEC's web site.
Maia Sharp is a great singer-songwriter whose songs have been recorded by the likes of Bonnie Raitt, Trisha Yearwood, the Dixie Chicks, Art Garfunkel, Lisa Loeb, Mindy Smith, Cher, David Wilcox, Edwin McCain and more. She's written with Carole King, Jules Shear, Timothy B. Schmitt, the Go Gos and many others.
PEC hopes the audit will help Allegheny County draw up a climate action plan, like Pittsburgh did last year.
By Karamagi Rujumba, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Allegheny County will conduct a full-scale audit of its energy costs and output in all county buildings and vehicle fleet as part of its Allegheny Green initiative.
The initiative, which County Executive Dan Onorato launched last year, is an effort to reduce the county's toxic gas emissions, conserve energy and cut wasteful spending in county operations.
Join PEC on April 22nd at the Harrisburg Hilton to celebrate these outstanding organizations.
The Pennsylvania Environmental Council announced today that the award ceremonies for this year's recipients of the 2009 Governor's Award for Environmental Excellence will take place at a gala dinner on April 22, 2009 in Harrisburg.
Long-Time Environmental Champion Donald S. Welsh to Continue PEC’s Statewide Work of Conservation Through Cooperation.
Harrisburg, Pa. - Paul M. King, Board Chair for the Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC), announced today that, following a unanimous vote from the PEC Board of Directors, the organization has hired Donald S. Welsh as its new President and Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Welsh will officially begin his new role in PEC's Harrisburg office on Monday, April 27th.
Author Lydia Denworth will discuss her new book 'Toxic Truth' which looks at the fight to prove that lead poising was damaging children's brains.
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Reception at 6 p.m.
Program at 6:45 p.m.
Pittsburgh Tribune Review reporter Joe Napsha looks at the clean coal debate in PA.
Can there ever be "clean coal," and can it be part of the nation's energy future?
Environmentalists and the coal industry have mounted dueling marketing campaigns that promote and oppose coal as part of the nation's energy mix. The campaigns are being waged to win the hearts and minds of Americans and to change public policy affecting coal use.
The Northeast Environmental Partners announce the “19th Annual Evening for Pennsylvania’s Environment” and are seeking a Call For Nominations for the Northeastern Pennsylvania Environmental Partnership Awards and the Thomas P. Shelburne Award.
Coalition letter submitted on Senate Bill 490
Included below is the text of a joint letter submitted to members of the Pennsylvania Senate.
Coalition supports using portion of proposed extraction tax for environmental and local programs.
A coalition of environmental, conservation, and sportsmen groups including the Pennsylvania Environmental Council, as well as local government officials, today announced their support for directing a portion of any extraction tax on natural gas to restoration and habitat programs and to local governments impacted drilling operations.
The Outdoor Heritage Month calendar is filled with events and activities for kids and adults throughout April.
The Pennsylvania Environmental Council is proud to sponsor a presentation entitled "From Nature Study to Environmental Literacy: Rachel Carson as Teacher," as part of the Outdoor Heritage Month activities in partnership with Natural BioDiversity, Kiski-Conemaugh Stream Team, Johnstown Area Heritage Association and other organizations.
The free presentation will be held at 7 p.m. April 27 at the Johnstown Heritage Discovery Center, 201 Sixth Street, Johnstown.
Join us for the Western PA Environmental Awards dinner, sponsored by PEC and Dominion.
FEATURING
Groups emphasize need for resource protection and restoration.
The Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC), as part of the Pennsylvania Alliance for Restoration and Conservation (PARC Coalition), today called on Governor Rendell and the General Assembly to invest a portion of the proposed severance fee on drilling for natural gas in Pennsylvania toward environmental protection and improvement through the Environmental Stewardship Fund.
PEC will highlight unavoidable and potential impacts and the state’s Climate Change Action Plan.
JOHNSTOWN, PA - Brad Clemenson of the Pennsylvania Environmental Council will make a presentation on global warming at 9 a.m. Thursday at the Student Union building of the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown.
The presentation is part of Global Warming Day 2009 on campus. Clemenson, who is PEC's communications director, will speak about unavoidable and potential impacts of global warming in Pennsylvania and the state's Climate Change Action Plan.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELASE
Contact:
For the Center for Climate Strategies:
Thomas Peterson, Chair (703) 691-3064
For the Pennsylvania Environmental Council:
Paul King, Chair and Interim President (412) 481-9400
Lardner's Point Park received funding to clean up its industrial shoreline, restore public access and create natural habitat.
Lardner's Point Park has been announced as a recipient of over $500,000 in construction funding as part of the Athos Oil Spill mitigation project. Over the past four years the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA) has worked to publish a Damage Assessment and Restoration Plan that includes Lardner's as one of nine projects to be funded to mitigate the damage when an oil tanker, the Athos 1, struck a large submerged anchor in November of 2004 and spilled more than 263,000 gallons of oil in the Delaware River near Paulsboro, New Jersey.
Join PEC for our annual gala celebration in honor of the recipients of the Governor's Environmental Excellence Awards.
Join PEC as we celebrate the recipients of the Governor's Environmental Excellence Awards at an our annual gala at the Harrisburg Hilton. Click here to register online.
John Hanger, Acting Secretary of the Department of Environmental Protection, will serve as the keynote speaker for the event and Janelle Stelson, News Anchor for WGAL television will be the program emcee.
The GO Green Expo will be in Philadelphia March 13-15 at the Philadelphia Convention Center. Exhibits will include information from the 2009 Philadelphia Sustainability Award winners.
Among the exhibits at the Go Green Expo, be sure to check out the winners of the 2009 Philadelphia Sustainability Awards!
Visit www.gogreenexpo.com for more information. PEC is offering free admission for our members to this event. Simply enter the code PECPA when you register online.
The 12th Annual Southeast PA EAC Conference is an opportunity for EAC members and supporters to get the latest information on innovative EAC initiatives as well as regional policies that affect local action to revitalize and stimulate communities through informed environmental decision-making.
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Join us for the 12th Annual Southeastern PA EAC Conference!
Location: Pennsylvania Convention Center 1101 Arch Street Philadelphia (one block from SEPTA Market East Station)
The 2009 Philadelphia Sustainability Awards celebrate and honor Greater Philadelphia's environmental innovation, economic development and vibrant communities.
SAVE THE DATE!
PEC Presents the 2009 Philadelphia Sustainability Awards, hosted by the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society at the Philadelphia Flower Show.
Monday, March 2nd at the Pennsylvania Convention Center
Visit www.philadelphiasustainabilityawards.org for details and to RSVP. Details coming soon!
The Earth Friend Award is presented by WTAE and PEC, and sponsored by SONY. This award honors environmental improvements and community greening in the Pittsburgh region.
The Earth Friend Award honors friends, neighbors, schools, and organizations that are improving our environment and greening our community. Sony is pleased to sponsor the award, which is presented by the Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) and WTAE-TV Channel 4.
Earth Friend Award is presented on a bi-weekly basis to recognize specific efforts being made by persons, schools, groups, organizations, or communities to improve or conserve our environment and our communities in the Greater Pittsburgh Region.
Environmental funding shouldn't be the first target in a budget crisis, by Paul King, PEC Acting President.
From The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
By Paul King, Acting President, Pennsylvania Environmental Council
Pennsylvanians enjoy a cleaner, healthier environment because of efforts made since the first Earth Day 38 years ago. Nonetheless, funding for the environment is often considered optional by the General Assembly and the governor.
Learn how no-till farming and planting cover crops or forested stream buffers can generate income at Feb. 19 seminar in Lancaster.
The Pennsylvania Association of Conservation Districts, the Pennsylvania Environmental Council and the Capital Resource Conservation and Development Area Council are jointly hosting two one-day seminars in State College, Pa., and Lancaster, Pa., Feb. 12 and Feb. 19.
The Feb. 12 meeting will take place at the Ramada Inn and Convention Center, State College. The Feb. 19 meeting will be at the Lancaster Farm and Home Center, Lancaster.
Learn how no-till farming and planting cover crops or forested stream buffers can generate income at Feb. 12 seminar in State College.
The Pennsylvania Association of Conservation Districts, the Pennsylvania Environmental Council and the Capital Resource Conservation and Development Area Council are jointly hosting two one-day seminars in State College, Pa., and Lancaster, Pa., Feb. 12 and Feb. 19.
The Feb. 12 meeting will take place at the Ramada Inn and Convention Center, State College. The Feb. 19 meeting will be at the Lancaster Farm and Home Center, Lancaster.
By converting to no-till and planting cover crops or forested stream buffers, farmers can generate both nutrient- and carbon- sequestration credits that they can potentially sell.
HARRISBURG, Pa. - The Pennsylvania Association of Conservation Districts, the Pennsylvania Environmental Council and the Capital Resource Conservation and Development Area Council are jointly hosting two one-day seminars in State College, Pa., and Lancaster, Pa., Feb. 12 and Feb. 19.
Locations
The Feb. 12 meeting will take place at the Ramada Inn and Convention Center, State College. The Feb. 19 meeting will be held at the Lancaster Farm and Home Center, Lancaster.
These awards celebrate the Greater Philadelphia region's environmental innovation, economic development and vibrant communities. Nominate today!
The Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) and seven other regional organizations announce a call for nominations for the 2009 Philadelphia Sustainability Awards.
Sponsored by Dominion and the Pennsylvania Environmental Council
Winners of the Western Pennsylvania Environmental Award each receive:
Learn from national and local experts on energy efficiency, conservation, and clean renewable energy for Philadelphia.
Urban Sustainability Forum
6:00 p.m. - 6:30: Reception
6:30 p.m. - 8:00: Presentation
Academy of Natural Sciences, 19th St. and Ben Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia
Lights, Carbon, Action:
Energy Action Agenda for Buildings in Pennsylvania
Speakers:
Introduction:
Liz Robinson, Executive Director, Energy Coordinating Agency
Assessment of Pennsylvania's Energy Efficiency and Solar Energy Resources:
Video from the press conference release of the Union of Concerned Scientists' report identifying climate change challenges and opportunities in Pennsylvania.
New Age-Examiner (Tunkhannkock) - Northeast Environmental Partners announce the recipients of the Environmental Partnership Awards for 2008.
The Northeast Pennsylvania Environmental Partners are proud to announce the recipients of the Environmental Partnership Awards for 2008 which includes two groups from our region: the Countryside Conservancy and Don and Wendy Sweppenheiser.
Join PEC at the Fairmount Water Works Interpretive Center along the banks of the Schuylkill for our annual wine tasting event. This year we'll look at how climate change may impact grape crops and wineries.
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Thursday, November 6th
5:00 - 7:00pm
PEC's Annual Members Meeting gave members the opportunity to hear from regional experts about climate change challenges and opportunities in Pennsylvania
"An Evening for Pennsylvania’s Environment” – The Eighteenth Annual Environmental Partnership Awards and Dinner and the Thomas P. Shelburne Environmental Leadership Award Recipient will be honored during the Dinner on Wednesday, October 29, 2008 at the Woodlands Inn & Resort, Wilkes-Barre, PA.
Northeast Pennsylvania Environmental Partners are proud to announce the recipients of the Environmental Partnership Awards for 2008:
Union of Concerned Scientists report will spell out what’s at stake for citizens of Pennsylvania as the Commonwealth begins work on state plan.
A report being released tomorrow by the Union of Concerned Scientists will identify the impacts and risks of global warming in Pennsylvania, underscoring the need for the state to adopt a strong Climate Change Action Plan, the Pennsylvania Environmental Council said today.
The Action Plan is required under legislation passed recently by the State Legislature, and the committee overseeing the plan development met for the first time in September.
Landmark project will address immediate needs and long-range sustainability for small community and large, popular State Park.
PITTSBURGH - The Pennsylvania Environmental Council has issued a Request for Qualifications/Request for Proposals for consultants interested in developing the Ohiopyle Joint Master Plan and Implementation Strategy for both Ohiopyle Borough and Ohiopyle State Park.
Join PEC, climate change and policy experts for a look at Pennsylvania's Climate Change Act (Act 70 of 2008)
John Hanger, recently sworn in as Acting Secretary of Pennsylvania's Department of Environmental Protection, will address attendees at PEC's Annual Members Meeting on September 17 in Harrisburg.
Stop by PEC's exhibit at GreenFest Philly to learn more about PEC's water resources work - including our Tidal Delaware Water Trail, watershed partnerships and stormwater work. PEC's film "Philadelphia Riverfronts and Trails" will also be featured at the Eco Film Forum
Greenfest Philly
Sunday, September 7
11am - 6pm
2nd and South Streets
Eco Film Forum including "Philadephia Riverfronts and Trails"
3:30pm - 6pm
PhillyCarShare Tent: 2nd & Pine Streets
39th Annual Members Meeting and Luncheon features a presentation on PA Climate Change Act of 2008 - PLN 70. Acting DEP Secretary John Hanger and other climate change and policy experts to speak.
Harrisburg Hilton
One North Second Street
Harrisburg, PA 17101
10am - 1pm
Members Click here to register. Not a member click here to register.
Or call Cyndee O'Malley at 717-230-8044 x21 for more information.
Email: comalley@pecpa.org
Robert Swift, Harrisburg bureau chief for Times Shamrock newspapers discusses PA's new climate change legislation.
The creation of a $650 million state fund to spur development of alternative energy sources is one of the heralded achievements of the spring legislative session.
Little attention has been paid to a new state law that tackles an issue closely identified with the search for energy that doesn't come from fossil fuels: global warming.
This law directs state officials to pay closer attention to what's called the impact of climate change in Pennsylvania.
PEC’s latest featured musical artist will soon receive the Americana Music Association’s lifetime achievement award.
Farmer Jason is the "twin brother" of Jason & the Scorchers frontman Jason Ringenberg (wink-wink), a legend in alternative country. Hot out of Nashville, the Scorchers essentially invented alternative country in the early 1980s with a sound that fused country with punk.
They have been hailed as the best band ever from the modern American South, and in September 2008 will be honored with the Americana Music Association's lifetime achievement award.
The Climate Action Plan Was One of 38 Recommendations Made in PEC Climate Change Roadmap
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