13th Annual Southeast EAC Conference

jessica — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 12:55:52 -0500

LOCATION:
Abington Friends School
Jenkintown
575 Washington Lane
Jenkintown, PA 19046 (Click here for directions)

TIME: 9:00 am – 2:00pm.

Lackawaxen named "River of the Year"

jessica — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 11:11:55 -0500

News Eagle

Steeped in a wealth of natural bounties and historical significance shaping northeast Pennsylvania's ecology and communities for centuries, the Lackawaxen River today was named the Commonwealth's River of the Year for 2010 by the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.

Marcellus Shale Policy Conference

john — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 09:33:34 -0500

Pennsylvania Environmental Council and Duquesne University

MARCELLUS SHALE POLICY CONFERENCE
May 3 & 4, 2010
The Power Center / Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Tidal Delaware Boater Stewardship Workshop: Clean Marine

jessica — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 12:36:12 -0500

Clean Marine

Dinner and Workshop: How recreational boaters, sailors, kayakers andanglers can lead the way to a cleaner, healthier Tidal Delaware River

Pennsylvania Marcellus Shale Policy Conference

jessica — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 12:27:42 -0500

How should Pennsylvania construct an effective regulatory framework that allows the natural gas industry to prosper...while protecting environmental and conservation values?

PEC Announces Marcellus Shale Policy Conference

john — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 11:26:51 -0500

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!

Accomplishments of the Pennsylvania Environmental Council

jessica — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:09:47 -0500

1970 - 2010

Pennsylvania Environmental Council turns 40!

jessica — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 14:57:08 -0500

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.

Love the Lake Concert

jessica — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 16:03:46 -0500

PEC Comments on Proposed Rulemaking

john — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 10:01:35 -0500

The Pennsylvania Environmental Council submitted the attached comments to the Pennsylvania Environmental Quality Board, concerning proposed revisions to 25 PA CODE Chapter 102.

Yeadon Borough's Solution to Soggy Days

jessica — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 09:02:15 -0500

Yeadon Borough and the Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) celebrated the completion of the Borough's Urban Stormwater Demonstration Projects on Monday, December 7 at 4:00 p.m.

Yeadon Borough Stormwater Demonstration Project

jessica — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 13:48:20 -0500

Recognition Ceremony Begins at 4:00pm
Following Darby Cobbs Partnership Meeting at 2:00pm

PEC seeks proposals for Bridesburg Ecological Restoration Project

jessica — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:49:30 -0500

The Pennsylvania Environmental Council seeks proposals from qualified engineering/environmental consulting firms to move forward a project to restore up to
9 acres of riparian upland; 2,000 linear feet of inter-tidal shoreline, and 6 acres of aquatic habitat along Philadelphia's Delaware riverfront, in the neighborhood of Bridesburg.

Pocono Forest and Water Conservation Landscape Roundtable meeting a huge success

jessica — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:35:26 -0500

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.

Watershed Implementation Plan for Pine Creek finalized

jessica — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:43:04 -0500

The Council's western PA office has completed a Watershed Implementation Plan for the Pine Creek Watershed located in Allegheny County.

The goal of the plan was to determine how best to reduce the nonpoint source pollutant loads in this watershed.

ALCOSAN Public Meetings

jessica — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:30:34 -0400

ALCOSAN will be hosting Public Meetings in November 2009 in local communities to provide the public with information about sewage overflow issues, planning efforts to address the overflow problem, and what this means to individuals, businesses, neighborhoods, and the region. Light refreshments and children's activities will be available. More information can be found at ALCOSAN's website: www.alcosan.org or by calling (412)734-8733.

Click here to read the flyer.

$58 million in DEP cuts to have far-reaching effect

brad — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 08:47:17 -0400

From The Allentown Morning Call

By Arlene Martínez of the Morning Call

Researchers encouraged by biomass crop growth on abandoned mine lands

jessica — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 10:15:32 -0400

By Chris Torres, Staff Writer for Lancaster Farming

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.

Budget Dramatically Shifts Resources From Environmental Protection, Natural Resource Conservation

john — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 12:51:07 -0400

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.

Fire Sale

jessica — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 10:14:27 -0400

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.

It's lawmakers obligation to make environment better

jessica — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 14:52:50 -0400

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.

Lehigh Valley EAC Conference

jessica — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 13:35:13 -0400

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):

Action Alert: Make Your Voice Heard on the State Budget

john — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 10:40:08 -0400

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.

Pocono Forest and Waters Conservation Landscape Partners' Roundtable

jessica — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 10:48:33 -0400

10:00am - 3:00pm
Thornhurst Fire Hall
125 River Road; Thornhurst Township; Lackawanna County, PA

Let's take this time to discuss the Landscape and share information on projects we're working on. This will also be a time to come up with ways for us to work together as we move forward toward realization of our goals for this region.

Light refreshments and a light lunch will be served.

R.S.V.P. REQUIRED by Friday, October 8, 2009 by calling PEC at 570-718-6507 AND via e-mail to eferretti@pecpa.org.

PEC announces Pocono forest and water conservation funding application available

jessica — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 10:43:46 -0400

PURPOSE
With the working knowledge that the Pocono Forest and Water Conservation Landscape (PFW) is a very active region and home to numerous and worthwhile projects, programs, communities and groups with a focus toward conservation, sound land use and nature based recreation, the purpose of the CAP is to provide funding for smaller projects that support the Overall Goals of the PFW and advance land conservation and conservation and recreation planning with the PFW Priority Areas using a proactive targeted approach.

Severe Budget Cuts Mean Erosion Of Our Right To A Clean Environment

john — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 11:30:20 -0400

Statement by Donald S. Welsh
President & CEO

Proposed Budget Framework Puts Pennsylvania’s Environment at Further Risk

john — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 17:04:48 -0400

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.

Northeast Pennsylvania Environmental Partners Announce Award Recipients

jessica — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 12:34:55 -0400

"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.

Wine Tasting Fundraiser

jessica — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 11:50:37 -0400

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.

Sharing Stewardship

john — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 11:26:46 -0400

PEC On the Forefront: Ecological Restoration on the Delaware River

jessica — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:46:08 -0400

TIME 4:30-6pm (presentation will begin at 5pm)

PEC and our partners have embarked on an ecological restoration program to reestablish river bank forests and fresh water tidal wetlands. At September's PEC on the Forefront we will summarize the first phase of this work; the identification, assessment, and prioritization of ecological restoration sites.

Rutledge soaks up garden

jessica — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 15:52:34 -0400

By BARBARA ORMSBY Times Correspondent

It was a "green" letter day recently when the long-awaited rain gardens at Triangle Park were dedicated with a ribbon-cutting
ceremony.

The rain gardens are designed to help control stormwater and filter and trap pollutants before they can reach Stoney Creek, a tributary of Darby Creek.

When rain water enters the gardens, native plants and soils act as filters to help cleanse water before it flows into the creek.

Biomass Production on Reclaimed Mined Land Field Day

jessica — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 10:30:25 -0400

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

iConservePA Partnership

jessica — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 13:54:54 -0400

Community Garden Planting at Kistler School Rescheduled

jessica — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 10:51:42 -0400

The Pennsylvania Environmental Council is partnering with the City of Wilkes-Barre Health Department, the Wilkes-Barre Area School District, The Lands at Hillside Farms, King's College and the Penn State Cooperative Extension/4-H to create a community garden at Kistler Elementary in Wilkes-Barre. The purposed of this collaborative community garden is to educate students not only how to grown their own food but also the health, environmental and economic benefits of locally grown food.

Earth Friend Award Video

jessica — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 10:38:24 -0400

Click the video below to see the Bartramiam video

Levin Furniture

Earth Friend Award Videos

jessica — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 10:21:34 -0400

Check out more Earth Friend Award Winners by clicking the videos below:

3 Rivers Heritage Trail

Allegheny Land Trust

Stoney Creek

Earth Friend Award Videos

jessica — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 10:17:29 -0400

Check out more Earth Friend Award Winners by clicking the videos below:

Commute Info

Gateway Middle School

Audubon

Earth friend Award Videos

jessica — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 10:13:17 -0400

Check out more Earth Friend Award Winners by clicking the videos below:

Succop Conservancy

Peters Creek Watershed

Northern Ambridge

Earth Friend Award Videos

jessica — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 10:06:14 -0400

Check out more Earth Friend Award Winners by clicking the videos below!

Nature's Way

Wildlife Works

TASOW

Earth Friend Award Videos

jessica — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 09:54:23 -0400

Check out more winners of the Earth Friend Award by clicking below:

Grow Pittsburgh

Swap a Palooza

Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy

Annual Members Meeting 2009

jessica — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 16:03:21 -0400

Holiday Inn Harrisburg East
4751 Lindle Road
Harrisburg, PA 17111
http://www.hiharrisburgh.com

Triangle Park New Stormwater Management Practices

jessica — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 15:38:12 -0400

RUTLEDGE BOROUGH - The Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) celebrated Rutledge Borough's Triangle Park Stormwater Demonstration Projects at a green ribbon cutting ceremony 4 p.m. Thursday, July 16 at the park, Swarthmore and Rutledge avenues.

Eyesore in Township Cleaned Up

jessica — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 14:32:33 -0400

BY MICHAEL J. RUDOLF, Wyoming County Press Examiner

State and local officials gathered along Sunnyside Road on Monday morning to announce the completion of a dump site cleanup.

Until this spring, the steep bank between the road and Tunkhannock Creek was littered with old appliances, garbage and debris.

Don Welsh, president of the Pennsylvania Environmental Council, noted that 19 tons of trash were pulled from the site back in April, as well as a ton of tires.

Forrest Wood fishing tournament expected to draw 60,000 fans

brad — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 11:14:03 -0400

From the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review

By Bob Frye
TRIBUNE-REVIEW OUTDOORS EDITOR

There are better places to fish for bass in Pennsylvania than Pittsburgh's three rivers.

Golf courses explore environmentally friendly practices

brad — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 10:29:34 -0400

From the Pottstown Mercury

By Brian McCullough, Journal Register News Service

Eyesore in township cleaned up

brad — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:31:52 -0400

BY MICHAEL J. RUDOLF

Wyoming County Press Examiner

PEC and TNC Statement on House Budget Negotiations

john — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 08:38:01 -0400

Text of Letter from Don Welsh, President & CEO of PEC, and William Kunze, Pennsylvania State Director of The Nature Conservancy:

July 16, 2009

PEC and TNC Statement on House Budget Negotiations

jessica — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 15:05:00 -0400

Text of Letter from Don Welsh, President & CEO of PEC, and William Kunze, Pennsylvania State Director of The Nature Conservancy:

July 16, 2009

River branch named national trail

brad — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 08:34:43 -0400

From the Towanda Daily Review

BY JAMES LOEWENSTEIN
STAFF WRITER

Yough River Water Trail map and guide published

brad — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 10:39:27 -0400

The Pennsylvania Environmental Council has published a two-part map and guide to promote boating on the newly designated "Youghiogheny River Water Trail."

The water trail was developed in cooperation with the state Department of Conservation & Natural Resources and the Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission as part of the Laurel Highlands Conservation Landscape Initiative.

Water Trails identify natural features, historic sites and other points of interest; hazards; boat rentals, liveries and outfitters; and directions to public access areas.

Youghiogheny River Water Trail

brad — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 09:20:17 -0400

New Handbook will help make golf courses more "green"

jessica — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 14:32:32 -0400

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.

PEC Urges House Committee to Dedicate Funding for Environmental Programs

john — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 14:28:18 -0400

River Sweep Saturday

jessica — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 17:06:09 -0400

River Sweep Saturday

Saturday, June 20, 2009 8am
Meet in Duck Hollow Parking Lot off Old Brown's Hill Road

Please come out for a few hours and help clean the banks of the Monongahela River of plastic bottles and other flotsam. Keep this area as an attractive natural site for the enjoyment of those who walk and bike along the adjacent scenic trail. Beginning at 8:00 am, a cleanup in Duck Hollow will be one part of the multi-state effort to clean the Ohio River watershed (ORSANCO).

Hatboro applies for funding to reduce flooding

jessica — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 15:34:43 -0400

The Public Spirit/Willow Grove Guide/Montgomery News

By Nick Malinowski
Staff Writer

After expressing concerns about the lengthy legal requirements and the inflexible grant application guidelines, Hatboro Borough Council voted unanimously to apply for $879,000 in stimulus money from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, which will be directed toward storm-water management in the borough.

Western PA Environmental Awards Winners & Lifetime Achievement Announced

jessica — Thu, 28 May 2009 16:24:15 -0400

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.

2009 Raffle supporting the Pennsylvania Environmental Council

jessica — Thu, 28 May 2009 12:31:59 -0400

Congratulations!

The following people are winners in PEC's 2009 Raffle!

Grand Prize of $5,000 cash - Angela Morini

Don’t be Penny Wise and Pound Foolish on Environmental Budget

john — Wed, 27 May 2009 11:42:04 -0400

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.

Maia Sharp’s songs combine an edge with an intelligent softness

brad — Tue, 26 May 2009 22:01:35 -0400

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.

Township joins effort to prevent flooding

brad — Tue, 05 May 2009 10:27:41 -0400

From The Inteligencer

By: ANNIE TASKER

Commissioners voted to apply for flood prevention stimulus funding.

Upper Moreland is officially on board with an inter-municipal flood prevention project hoped to be paid for with federal stimulus dollars.

PEC and Others Celebrate a Decade of Growing Greener Watersheds - Earn $250 for your watershed group

jessica — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 12:21:08 -0400

The Growing Greener Watershed Restoration Program will be ten years old in December and to help celebrate 10 groups have come together to invite watershed groups to share their success stories on a special www.GrowingGreener.com website. As an incentive, a $250 grant will be given to the watershed group with the best article and photo or video each month through December.

Funding for the grants was provided by an anonymous benefactor.

PEC to speak on climate-change impacts at CVC event

brad — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 11:02:53 -0400

Brad Clemenson, Communications Director of the Pennsylvania Environmental Council. will be the featured speaker at the annual meeting of the Conemaugh Valley Conservancy on Wednesday, May 13, 2009, at the Pine Ridge Lodge in Indiana County.

Clemenson will talk about the expected and potential impacts of global climate change in Pennsylvania, including impacts to health, agriculture and recreation. He will also note some of the legislative proposals to address the issue along with related energy initiatives.

Song honors opening of trout season

brad — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 09:31:45 -0400

With the first day of trout season upon us, it is appropriate that PEC continues its periodic music features by offering "The Whole Day Fishing" for your listening enjoyment.

PEC Announces Gala Event to Honor Recipients of the 2009 Governor's Awards for Environmental Excellence

jessica — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 16:36:38 -0400

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.

Pennsylvania Environmental Council Announces New President & Chief Executive Officer

john — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 08:52:02 -0400

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.

'Toxic Truth' book signing and discussion

jessica — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 09:13:27 -0400

Reception at 6 p.m.

Program at 6:45 p.m.

2009 Pennsylvania Greenways and Trails Summit

jessica — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 08:13:59 -0400

Date: September 27 - 29, 2009

Location: Blair County Convention Center (southcentral PA near Altoona)

Conducted by the PA Recreation and Parks Society with assistance from a variety of partners (including PEC!) and funding from the PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.

Call for presentations!

Call For Nominations for the Northeastern Pennsylvania Environmental Partnership Awards and the Thomas P. Shelburne Award

jessica — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 10:31:59 -0400

PEC Urges Prompt Consideration of Stormwater Legislation

john — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 11:04:01 -0400

Senator Ted Erickson (Chester and Delaware Counties) has reintroduced planning and implementation legislation (Senate Bill 524) that provides local government greater resources to address stormwater impacts from existing and potential sources. Similar legislation is expected in the House from Representative Robert Freeman (Northampton) in the near future.

PEC Opposes Diversion from Oil & Gas Fund

john — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 10:09:53 -0400

Included below is the text of a joint letter submitted to members of the Pennsylvania Senate.

PEC Joins Call on Environmental Funding

john — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 09:05:18 -0400

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.

Program notes Rachel Carson's influence on environmental literacy

brad — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 17:41:19 -0400

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.

Western Pennsylvania Environmental Awards Dinner

jessica — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 14:38:36 -0500

FEATURING

Pennypack Trust officials pitch creek project

jessica — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 09:52:09 -0500

ByNickMalinowski Staff Writer

Members of a local environmental protection group asked Hatboro Borough Council to endorse a project that would preserve a continuous greenway along Pennypack Creek from its headwaters in Bucks and Montgomery counties through to the Delaware River at Monday's council meeting.

Northeast Environmental Partnership Awards Dinner celebrates "An Evening for Pennsylvania's Environment"

jessica — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 12:41:43 -0500

5:00pm

Woodlands Inn & Resort
Rte 315, Wilkes-Barre, PA.

Features 8 award recipients and the Thomas P. Shelburne Environmental Leadership Award.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Mr. John Serrao, Naturalist and Writer-Photographer
DINNER CHAIR: Robert J. Barkanic, PPL
MASTER OF CEREMONIES: Bill Kelly, President and Chief Executive Officer of WVIA

Stormwater Management: The Role of Authorities

jessica — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 09:32:14 -0500

THIS EVENT IS FULL. NO MORE RSVPs WILL BE ACCEPTED

Stormwater Management: The Role of Authorities.

Friday, February 20, 10:00 am to noon.
Presented by the Pennsylvania Environmental Council

Keynote speakers:
State Senator Edwin Erickson, 26^th District in Delaware and Chester Counties,
State Representative Robert Freeman, 136^th Legislative District in Northampton County

Coalition Calls for Reinvestment in Pennsylvania's Natural Resources

john — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 18:26:29 -0500

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.

Susquehanna Greenway Symposium: Unveiling Stories of the Susquehanna

jessica — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 14:01:57 -0500

Developing Heritage, Recreation and Cultural Assets Along the Susquehanna

March 24, 2009
8:30 am to 4:00 pm
Tedd's on the Hill Banquet Facility
426 Victor Lane
Shamokin Dam, PA 17876

For more information contact news@susquehannagreenway.org or call 570-522-7232.

Lardner's Point Park to receive restoration funding

jessica — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 15:37:46 -0500

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.

Transitioning to no-till crop production

jessica — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 15:24:17 -0500

Transitioning to no-till crop production

By MELANIE BARKLEY

Transitioning to no-till crop production from traditional methods of production is an excellent way for farmers to save fuel and labor costs associated with planting their crops.

Penn State Cooperative Extension and the Bedford County Conservation District are partnering locally through a grant funded by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation to help farmers make this transition. The title of the program is Park the Plow for Profit.

PEC Annual Harrisburg Dinner

jessica — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 15:17:58 -0500

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.

Delaware River Sojourn

jessica — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 15:16:31 -0500

No one left inside!

The Pennsylvania Environmental Council serves on the Delaware River Sojourn Committee, and is planning the final day of the sojourn on Saturday, June 27th. For complete details on the entire week, visit www.delawareriversojourn.org

Day Plan for June 27th

Meet at Penn's Landing for sign-in at 8:00 am (pre-registration at www.delawareriversojourn.org is strongly suggested)

Fishtown Shad Fest

jessica — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 15:06:59 -0500

The fishtown Shad Fest is an event for the entire region that celebrates the return of shad fish to the Delaware River.

The Pennsylvania Environmental Council, Pennsylvania Horticultural Society and the Fishtown Area Business Association are planning the festival in partnership with many organizations.

As an organization committed to increasing recreation along and IN the river, the Pennsylvania Environmental Council will offer the following activities at the Shad Fest.

Southeastern PA Environmental Advisory Council Conference

jessica — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 13:34:22 -0500

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)

Philadelphia Sustainability Awards

jessica — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 13:27:32 -0500

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!

Earth Friend Award by PEC at WTAE sponsored by SONY

jessica — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 11:08:54 -0500

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.

Let It Rain-from Audubon Magazine

brad — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 15:26:01 -0500

From the January-February edition of Audubon Magazine

In Pittsburgh even minor downpours can cause aging sewer lines to overflow into creeks and rivers, resulting in fish kills and public health advisories.

A TogetherGreen grant will help homeowners funnel rainwater from roofs and driveways to native-plant gardens, each of which can keep as much as 500 gallons of water out of the sewer system during a typical storm.

The Unkindest Cut

brad — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 15:17:47 -0500

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.

Nutrient and Carbon Trading Seminar

brad — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 14:13:25 -0500

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.

Nutrient and Carbon Trading Seminar

brad — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 14:09:49 -0500

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.

Nutrient and Carbon Trading Seminars Scheduled

brad — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 14:05:44 -0500

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.

PEC, Wilkes University Students and Volunteers Plant trees

brad — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 09:51:51 -0500

The Pennsylvania Environmental Council in partnership with Earth Conservancy and Wilkes University conducted a streamside tree planting project at the Penobscot property located in Newport Township on Saturday, November 22, 2008 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. Wilkes University Students planted 75 trees, as part of their Soils course, with assistance from community volunteers.

2009 Philadelphia Sustainability Awards Nominations due FRIDAY, January 9th

jessica — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 15:24:11 -0500

The Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) and seven other regional organizations announce a call for nominations for the 2009 Philadelphia Sustainability Awards.

Tree Planting Scheduled Nov. 22

brad — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 11:11:04 -0500

The Pennsylvania Environmental Council in partnership with Earth Conservancy and Wilkes University will be conducting a streamside tree planting project at the Penobscot property located in Newport Township on Saturday, November 22, 2008 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. Wilkes University Students will be planting 125 trees, as part of their Soils course, with assistance from community volunteers.

2009 Western Pennsylvania Environmental Awards

jessica — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 13:38:54 -0500

Sponsored by Dominion and the Pennsylvania Environmental Council

Instructions:

Trees Planted along Stream at Hillside Farms

brad — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 14:42:45 -0500

The Pennsylvania Environmental Council in partnership with the Lands at Hillside Farms coordinated a streamside tree planting project at the Lands at Hillside Farm in Trucksville on November 14, 2008.

Shifting the tide toward Delaware River recreation

brad — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 10:34:54 -0500

By JASON NARK
Philadelphia Daily News

In a game of chicken, an oil tanker always beats a kayak.

On the Delaware River, one of the region's most vital economic assets, local environmental groups are trying to turn both types of vessels in the same direction.

Doing so requires an image makeover, they say, and an admission that industry has hoarded both the river and its shoreline for more than a century, damaging its public perception.

Clean Water Places for 2nd in ‘Elect to Conserve’ Campaign

brad — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 11:43:26 -0500

The Pennsylvania Environmental Council thanks everyone who voted to help make "water conservation" the runner-up in the recently concluded "Elect to Conserve" campaign - a fun way to develop awareness and support for the state's broad conservation initiatives.

PEC was honored to be selected by DNCR as the organization to "campaign" for water with the "iCon" of Montrell in the election that had five different causes paired with five non-profit organizations competing for a $5,000 prize.

Clean up effort to remove tires

jessica — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 16:10:58 -0400

On Saturday, Sept. 27, a volunteer tire cleanup was held in Mehoopany Township along the Susquehanna River in Wyoming County.

The purpose of Cleanup Our American Lands and Streams Program, a part of the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and the Pennsylvania Environmental Council is to clean up illegal dump sites.

PEC Supports Pennsylvania Clean Water Ballot Initiative

john — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 13:06:22 -0400

The referendum asks voters if they support allocating $400 million to help communities throughout the Commonwealth fund necessary upgrades to wastewater and drinking water facilities.

The Problem

Help is needed for many of Pennsylvania's 2,200 drinking water systems and 1,060 wastewater systems in order to meet federal and state environmental requirements, ensure clean drinking water, and clean up pollution discharges into our rivers and streams.

Armstrong County seeks Water Trails inclusion

brad — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 11:00:37 -0400

By Tom Mitchell

Kittanning Leader-Times

There's water, fish and wildlife. There are boaters and fishermen, but there's no connection to Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission's system of Water Trails in Armstrong County.

However, if the Pennsylvania Environmental Council, Pittsburgh, and the Allegheny Valley Land Trust and others have their way, the county will be a part of the state's Water Trails program in the next year or so.

Urban Watersheds Revitalization Conference

jessica — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 09:59:32 -0400

October 31, 2008
8:30 am - 3:30om
Community College of Philadelphia
The Great Hall
17th Street (between Spring Garden & Callowhill)

Greening Our Streets

Environmental Partnership Awards announced

jessica — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 12:19:35 -0400

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.

Creek copes with strains of city life

jessica — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 12:08:14 -0400

Creek copes with strains of city life

By CODY SWITZER

MEADVILLE - The largest city along French Creek lies hidden somewhere beyond these wooded stream banks.

Yes, there are signs that the city and the stream have met - a tire and hubcap, concrete blocks and parts of a coffee pot on the streambed. Shopping carts coated in mud lie on the banks, while others strain leaves from the creek. A buried pipe trickles water into the stream, the rocks below stained orange with rust.

Fall Networking Wine Tasting

jessica — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 10:33:22 -0400

Thursday, November 6th

5:00 - 7:00pm
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Northeast PA Environmental Partners Announce Dinner, Awards Recipients

jessica — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 14:50:03 -0400

Northeast Pennsylvania Environmental Partners are proud to announce the recipients of the Environmental Partnership Awards for 2008:
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Thinking Like a Watershed

jessica — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 12:00:30 -0400
A creative one day in-service workshop for 4^th through 8^th grade teachers and science curricula coordinators in the school districts of the Chester, Ridley, Crum, and Darby watersheds.
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Beaver River Conservation Plan Final

brad — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 11:36:09 -0400

Pittsburgh -- With an eye toward the future of the Beaver River, the Pennsylvania Environmental Council has released the final Beaver River Conservation and Management Plan for the entire Beaver River Corridor. The plan, created as part of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources' Rivers Conservation Program, addresses local and regional conditions and concerns about the river while embracing a variety of conservation initiatives.
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Elect to Conserve: Choose water as the most important conservation issue in PA

jessica — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 16:31:47 -0400

DCNR, Partners Sign Pennsylvania Water Trail Agreement

brad — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 15:32:33 -0400

POCONO MANOR, Monroe County - An agreement to encourage the development and enhancement of Pennsylvania Water Trails was signed today by officials from the state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission, Pennsylvania Environmental Council and the National Park Service.

Pennsylvania has 21 water trails totaling more than 2,000 miles that have been mapped or are under development.

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Help PEC Win the iConserve Campaign for Clean Water

brad — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 13:53:42 -0400

Water - we just can't live without it. Actually, to be clear, "clean" water.... We all need clean water to survive, and not just the water that sustains us as humans: all of the water needed by plants and animals on which we rely for food and so many other things.

Arguably there can be no greater cause for our Commonwealth today than to conserve clean water.
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PEC encourages municipalities and non-profits to apply for Boating Facilities Grants

jessica — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 17:38:43 -0400
Harrisburg, PA--The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) has announced that non-profits, land trusts, conservancies, and watershed associations may now directly apply for grants through the agency's Boating Facilities Grant Program. The program previously allowed only local government entities to apply for the grants.

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Historic Great Lakes Protection Compact Approved by Congress

john — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 16:59:22 -0400
Contact:
John Walliser
Vice President, Government & Legal Affairs
(412) 481-9400 office
(724) 719-0069 mobile
jwalliser@pecpa.org

For Immediate Release

HISTORIC GREAT LAKES PROTECTION COMPACT APPROVED BY CONGRESS

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PEC Releases RFQ for Ohiopyle Project

brad — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 16:29:44 -0400

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.
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Pittsburgh to host Forrest Wood Cup, National Guard Junior World Championship

jessica — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 15:40:29 -0400

FLW Outdoors® and the Pittsburgh Local Organizing Committee announced Thursday that Pittsburgh will play host to the world's richest bass-fishing championship, the $2 million Forrest Wood Cup presented by BP and Castrol, July 30-Aug. 2, 2009, along with the National Guard Junior World Championship July 31-Aug. 1, 2009.

The Forrest Wood Cup, widely considered bass fishing's crown jewel, will be held on the Allegheny, Monongahela and Ohio rivers, pitting the sport's biggest names against one another for a $1 million top award.
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Tugboat Jupiter Tour

jessica — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 13:32:53 -0400

Click here to see the photo gallery from this and other Tidal Delaware Water Trail events.

10am - 2pm

Departure from Penn's Landing Marina (near Spruce and Columbus Blvd.)
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Kayak Penn's Landing

jessica — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 13:19:45 -0400

4:30pm

Penn's Landing Marina (near Spruce and Columbus Blvd.)

PEC and Hidden River Outfitters invites you to paddle with us on the Delaware River. In celebration of PEC's Tidal Delaware Water Trail map and guide, we're hosting several events in the coming weeks to celebrate our tidal rivers.

This is your chance to get ON the water with an experienced guide. All equipment and instruction will be provided - no experience necessary.
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Acting DEP Secretary to speak at PEC Annual Members Meeting

jessica — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 14:32:57 -0400

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.
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PEC short film selected for Eco Film Forum in Philadelphia

jessica — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 09:48:58 -0400

“Philadelphia Riverfronts and Trails,” a five-minute television program produced by the Pennsylvania Environmental Council, 3PPG and MiND tv, will be featured at the Eco Film Forum at the GreenFest celebration on September 7 at 3:30.

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PEC participates in GreenFest Philly

jessica — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 09:34:15 -0400

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
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PEC Annual Members Meeting

jessica — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 12:22:15 -0400

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
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Youghiogheny River of the Year Events 2008

brad — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 10:42:06 -0400

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Before the Storms: A Southwestern PA Stormwater Conference

jessica — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 13:29:14 -0400

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (8:30 AM registration and continental breakfast)

Pittsburgh Technical Institute
North Fayette Campus
1111 McKee Road
Oakdale, PA 15071

Fee: $25
Free Parking

Stormwater management is typically a popular topic after the storms, when communities are cleaning up and recovering from the latest flood. This workshop is designed to give municipalities the information on the latest developments and tools that can be used to address stormwater issues before the storms take their toll on our communities.
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Tidal Delaware Water Trail Launch at Southeastern Pennsylvania Coast Day

jessica — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 12:35:59 -0400

The Tidal Delaware Water Trail is a 56-mile trail map and guide from Trenton/Morrisville to Marcus Hook that identifies boat launches, safety considerations and things to do and see along the river (fishing, wetlands, attractions).
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Western Pennsylvania Environmental Awards

jessica — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 10:54:30 -0400

Alt-country artist Jason Ringenberg plays to “kids”

brad — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 10:47:45 -0400

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.
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Conewago River Conservation Plan

jessica — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 09:50:53 -0400

The Conewago Creek drains 510 square miles of steep mountain terrain, broad agricultural valleys, lush deciduous and coniferous forests, and several growing communities. As one of the largest subwatersheds within the Lower Susquehanna River drainage, the Conewago Creek has potential to greatly affect the condition of the Chesapeake Bay.

A River Conservation Plan is (according to PA DCNR):
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Youghioghey River of the Year Sojourn Fun, Educational

brad — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 16:50:48 -0400

The Pennsylvania 2008 River of the Year was celebrated for four days during the Youghiogheny River Sojourn, which concluded Sunday.

(See a gallery of images from the sojourn here.)
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Storm water project complete

jessica — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 14:02:07 -0400

Stormwater project complete

By Tim Hahn, Erie Daily Times

The grass is finally growing on a 2 1/2 -year project to ease the threat of flooding in the southeastern end of the city.

Work is about complete on a project that is adding a series of swales, retention ponds and plantings to capture and slow the flow of runoff water from upper Pine Street, said Jill Groves of the Meadville Redevelopment Authority.
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Working together to solve a problem

jessica — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 12:58:42 -0400

Working together to solve a problem
Horsham, Hathoro and Jenkintown recently signed on to a plan that will look at ways to attack storm water and flooding problems.

By Rich Pietras, staff writer

Trying to hold back a flood by yourself can be futile. But through the efforts of many, powerful buffers can be built.
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PEC Praises Pennsylvania Passage of Historic Great Lakes Compact Legislation

john — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 19:27:33 -0400

Date

Event

Description

Contact Info

Website

AUGUST

Pennsylvania Environmental Council

Greater Philadelphia Green Business Program

Designing a Municipal Sediment Credit System for Wissahickon Creek

Marcellus Shale Policy Conference

A "green" city plan to reduce storm water runoff

2010 Governor's Awards for Environmental Excellence

Stimulus money helps township detention basin into ponds and meadow

Green Roof and Green Landscaping Breakfast

13th Annual Southeast EAC Conference

Lackawaxen named "River of the Year"

Marcellus Shale Policy Conference

Tidal Delaware Boater Stewardship Workshop: Clean Marine

Pennsylvania Marcellus Shale Policy Conference

PEC Announces Marcellus Shale Policy Conference

Accomplishments of the Pennsylvania Environmental Council

Pennsylvania Environmental Council turns 40!

Love the Lake Concert

PEC Comments on Proposed Rulemaking

Yeadon Borough's Solution to Soggy Days

Yeadon Borough Stormwater Demonstration Project

PEC seeks proposals for Bridesburg Ecological Restoration Project

Pocono Forest and Water Conservation Landscape Roundtable meeting a huge success

Watershed Implementation Plan for Pine Creek finalized

ALCOSAN Public Meetings

$58 million in DEP cuts to have far-reaching effect

Researchers encouraged by biomass crop growth on abandoned mine lands

Budget Dramatically Shifts Resources From Environmental Protection, Natural Resource Conservation

Fire Sale

It's lawmakers obligation to make environment better

Lehigh Valley EAC Conference

Action Alert: Make Your Voice Heard on the State Budget

Pocono Forest and Waters Conservation Landscape Partners' Roundtable

PEC announces Pocono forest and water conservation funding application available

Severe Budget Cuts Mean Erosion Of Our Right To A Clean Environment

Proposed Budget Framework Puts Pennsylvania’s Environment at Further Risk

Northeast Pennsylvania Environmental Partners Announce Award Recipients

Wine Tasting Fundraiser

Sharing Stewardship

PEC On the Forefront: Ecological Restoration on the Delaware River

Rutledge soaks up garden

Biomass Production on Reclaimed Mined Land Field Day

iConservePA Partnership

Community Garden Planting at Kistler School Rescheduled

Earth Friend Award Video

Earth Friend Award Videos

Earth Friend Award Videos

Earth friend Award Videos

Earth Friend Award Videos

Earth Friend Award Videos

Annual Members Meeting 2009

Triangle Park New Stormwater Management Practices

Eyesore in Township Cleaned Up

Forrest Wood fishing tournament expected to draw 60,000 fans

Golf courses explore environmentally friendly practices

Eyesore in township cleaned up

PEC and TNC Statement on House Budget Negotiations

PEC and TNC Statement on House Budget Negotiations

River branch named national trail

Yough River Water Trail map and guide published

Youghiogheny River Water Trail

New Handbook will help make golf courses more "green"

PEC Urges House Committee to Dedicate Funding for Environmental Programs

River Sweep Saturday

River Sweep Saturday

Saturday, June 20, 2009 8am Meet in Duck Hollow Parking Lot off Old Brown's Hill Road

Hatboro applies for funding to reduce flooding

Western PA Environmental Awards Winners & Lifetime Achievement Announced

2009 Raffle supporting the Pennsylvania Environmental Council

Don’t be Penny Wise and Pound Foolish on Environmental Budget

Maia Sharp’s songs combine an edge with an intelligent softness

Township joins effort to prevent flooding

PEC and Others Celebrate a Decade of Growing Greener Watersheds - Earn $250 for your watershed group

PEC to speak on climate-change impacts at CVC event

Song honors opening of trout season

PEC Announces Gala Event to Honor Recipients of the 2009 Governor's Awards for Environmental Excellence

Pennsylvania Environmental Council Announces New President & Chief Executive Officer

'Toxic Truth' book signing and discussion

2009 Pennsylvania Greenways and Trails Summit

Call For Nominations for the Northeastern Pennsylvania Environmental Partnership Awards and the Thomas P. Shelburne Award

PEC Urges Prompt Consideration of Stormwater Legislation

Saturday, June 20, 2009 8am
Meet in Duck Hollow Parking Lot off Old Brown's Hill Road