CFA Accepting ARPA-Funded H2O Applications For Water Supply, Wastewater, Stormwater Projects

The Commonwealth Financing Authority is now accepting applications for the federal American Rescue Plan funded H20 Program to support water supply, wastewater and stormwater projects.  The deadline for applications is December 21. Eligible applicants include municipalities and municipal authorities for projects that involve the acquisition, construction, improvement, expansion, or rehabilitation of all or part of a water supply, sewage...

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Tuesday PA Environment & Energy NewsClips 10.18.22

Are You Telling Your Story?Senate returns to session October 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26, November 15 [Adjourn for year]     -- Committee ScheduleHouse returns to session October 24, 25, 26, November 14, 15, 16 [Adjourn for year]     -- Committee ScheduleTODAY’s Calendar Of Events  TODAY 9:30: Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee meets to consider Senate Bill 1331 (Yaw-R-Lycoming)...

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Republican Herald Editorial: Dangerous Course For Oil & Gas Well Emissions, Obstructionists Should Get Out Of The Way

This editorial first appeared in the Republican Herald October 17, 2022--Cleaner air, progress against dangerous climate-warming and well-maintained highways all are in the public interest, which means that there is no guarantee that any of them will materialize in Pennsylvania — where polarization and parochial politics are more important.The state government faces a Dec. 16 federal deadline to adopt regulations controlling emissions from gas wells. Although...

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Minnich Family Partners With Lebanon Valley Conservancy To Preserve 16-Acre Farm

On September 28, the Lebanon Valley Conservancy preserved a 16-acre farm in Union Township, Lebanon County, owned by Albert Minnich. The farm, located next to Swatara State Park and a large campground, has been in Albert's family for 100 years. The property has a mature wooded area that provides a home for wildlife like deer and owls. Conserving this property allows for a continuation of lands for recreation, open space, wildlife, and scenic...

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Federal Office Of Surface Mining Recognizes DEP Anthracite Outdoor Adventure - Bear Valley Mine Reclamation Project In Northumberland County With National Award

On October 18, the federal Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement announced the winners of its 2022 Abandoned Mine Land (AML) Reclamation Awards. The winning projects represent the nation’s highest achievements in abandoned mine land reclamation and demonstrate outstanding results in restoring previously mined lands.This year’s National Award, which recognizes the highest-rated reclamation project, goes to the Pennsylvania Bureau...

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