We had a wonderful time celebrating #Juneteenth with the City of York alongside local leaders, neighbors, and families. Events like these are a reminder that strong communities are built when people come together — and that's exactly what we're working toward every day across Pennsylvania.

The PA State House – with its one-vote pro-environment majority – is putting people ahead of billionaires (and a trillionaire). Here’s a snapshot of the policies advancing in the Pennsylvania State House that will help lower our costs and keep data centers in check.

The PA House has passed several bipartisan bills to create rules on data centers so that they don't jack up our electric bills, get built where they don't belong, or cause blackouts. But Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman doesn't even want them to be discussed.

Solstice and Julia spent some time volunteering at Wildwood Park in Harrisburg, helping remove invasive plants and maintain the park's walkways. Taking care of our environment happens both in the Capitol building and out in our communities — and we're proud to be part of both. 🌱

Today, CVPA and @pennfuture.bsky.social honor #Juneteenth and recognize the importance of celebrating freedom, reflecting on our shared history, and continuing the work toward a more just future for all. www.tiktok.com/t/ZTBGLjNJg/ #Pennsylvania #BlackHistoryisAmericanHistory #FreedomDay

One more town takes action to protect itself against #DataCenters! Manchester Township in York County took pre-emptive action to enact new zoning to make it unlikely that a data center will be built in the township https://loom.ly/QYGJtFs#DataCenters

Gas. Groceries. Healthcare. Costs keep rising, and Pennsylvania families are feeling the squeeze. Join our partners at @affordablepa.bsky.social in #HarrisburgPA to tell Congressman Scott Perry it's time to listen to his constituents. https://loom.ly/EbFGk0s

#Pennsylvania families could save an average of $841/year on electricity bills by 2030. The path? More clean energy, more rooftop solar and batteries, and less utility profiteering. Details: https://loom.ly/DbzHkl8#Pennsylvania@nrdc.org

We've heard wind farms called an eyesore. Looking around #Pennsylvania, we're pretty sure these other energy sources deserve that title instead.

In celebration of #Juneteenth, @pennfuture.bsky.social & CVPA share the holiday's historical significance and why all Americans should celebrate this important date in American history. www.tiktok.com/t/ZTBVyJbX6/

The Senate Majority Leader said he's not going to move data center regulations this year! Data centers are moving fast. Our communities can't wait for protections. Tell the PA State Senate to create rules for #DataCenters in #Pennsylvania now! https://loom.ly/WXyhCr8

If you could sit down and talk to your state lawmakers about #datacenters, what would you tell them? #Pennsylvania

Juneteenth is next week! Our partners at @pennfuture.bsky.social have created a list of some events happening across the state. https://loom.ly/OtflKik How will you be honoring #Juneteeth?

Whether data centers get built largely depends on local zoning. So Erie County officials are helping its municipalities to update their zoning rules and get ready.👏https://loom.ly/yXf2g0o

Feeling stretched thin? Since President Trump took office, energy costs have risen 18% nationwide. We pay more, while oil and gas companies profit. #CostOfLiving https://loom.ly/aV1AvAw

Pittsburgh is looking to expand the use of city-owned vacant properties to include more community gardens and hold events https://loom.ly/afKg3EM

Hope Station, Cumberland County is right- energy affordability is a justice issue. But there’s a pathway forward (🔋🌞) Check out and sign onto our Energy Affordability Agenda for Pennsylvania! www.pennfuture.org/The-Energy-Affordability-Agenda @conservationpa.bsky.social

This is a deal we're NOT interested in. Pennsylvanians deserve transparency when data center projects are proposed — not secret negotiations and redacted documents HB 2359 would help pull back the curtain & make sure communities know what's happening before deals are done 🔗 https://loom.ly/cHcpFHM

Everyone deserves to feel safe, supported, and valued—at work, at home, outdoors, and in their community. #PAPrideFairness @allaboutpa.bsky.social @fairnesspa.bsky.social

More good news for communities making their voices heard! The Columbia Borough council, in Lancaster County, unanimously rejected a bid to build a #datacenter there. Hundreds of residents attended the vote. Thanks to Pennsylvania Stands Up and all others for your organizing. https://loom.ly/s5bQNKw

So many folks in Allegheny County are weighing in on the county's climate plan. A final, virtual opportunity is planned for June 24. Make your voice heard! https://loom.ly/PkPBRHY #Pennsylvania

Great news! Upper Macungie Township leaders have rejected a multi-million-square foot data center proposal! People never stopped raising their voices. https://loom.ly/sGWUboQ

Fortunately, there's a fix. Tell your lawmakers to support HB 2184 and help stop the cycle of endless rate hikes: https://loom.ly/uCRkZz0

Protections from extreme heat for pets but not workers? Temperatures are rising. Hardworking Pennsylvanians deserve protections. https://loom.ly/nfB5NdI #Pennsylvania #WorkerSafety

Utilities keep raising rates. A gap in current PA law is letting it happen. 💡 HB 2184 would finally require the PUC to prove its decisions actually serve the public — not just utility profits. ✅ Affordability ✅ Environmental protection ✅ No wasteful rate hikes https://loom.ly/mSDm7N8

As Summer Driving Season Begins, Trump’s Failed Energy Policies Leave Pennsylvanians Paying the Price | By pushing forward aggressive clean energy policies at the state level, we can build a localized, reliable energy economy that protects Pennsylvanians from global volatility and lowers costs ...

✅ENDORSED! The Bethlehem Environmental Advisory Council shares why they support our Energy Affordability Agenda. Sign the petition to get us towards a clean energy future while lowering our energy bills: action.conservationpa.org/a/energy-affordability-plan-cvpa-pf @conservationpa.bsky.social

Thanks Cumberland Valley Rising for endorsing The Energy Affordability Agenda! And we agree- we need enforceable legislation to regulate data centers in PA! @conservationpa.bsky.social

Join our partners in Harrisburg on 6/10! #Pennsylvania Gubernatorial candidates Josh Shapiro and Stacy Garrity, as well as LG candidates Austin Davis and Jason Richey, have been invited to deliver remarks on their campaigns' energy policies and answer questions. https://loom.ly/FKnNpPU

Electricity bills for everyone will be going up... again. Welcome summer? https://loom.ly/GOM4Prg #CostofLiving

Utility companies are seeing record profits, while many Pennsylvanians can't afford their electric bills. Legislators like @repfiedler.bsky.social are working to help the affordability crisis by preventing utility price gouging https://loom.ly/o1B7ksE

Pennsylvanians are tired of opening utility bills that keep climbing higher every month — and people are ready for solutions. Thanks to everyone who joined us with Carlisle Hope Station to talk about rising electricity costs, pollution, and what we can do about it.

Pennsylvania families are paying more and more just to keep the lights on — while utility companies keep getting rate hikes approved. Tell your lawmakers to stop automatic approvals of utility rate hikes >> https://loom.ly/tmyFm_4

These standards recognize that we cannot allow Big Tech to threaten our environment or our financial stability.

Data centers are driving up energy costs & fueling proposals for new gas plants across Pennsylvania. Join us on June 16 at 6 PM for a webinar on these impacts — & learn how you can advocate for stronger clean energy policies with state leaders. Register: secure.everyaction.com/5dQof9kA5k-X...

We’re hiring a Director of Civic Engagement!! 🌿 Are you looking to build sustainable community engagement across PA and support environmental legislation? CVPA and PennFuture are hiring a Director of Civic Engagement! Please find the full job descriptions on our website: conservationpa.org/jobs

ICYMI: the United States was one of only eight countries to oppose a historic environmental resolution at the United Nations. Flooding and unpredictable weather will only get worse the longer we refuse to act. https://loom.ly/M4_Q-rc

it’s giving… “just don’t think about it” 🙃 www.tiktok.com/t/ZTBjnAQf1/ data centers moving into PA communities can use as much energy as a whole city, drain huge amounts of water, & bring serious noise — and some have asked local governments to sign NDAs before sharing ANY details with the public

@governor.pa.gov has released the Governor's Responsible Infrastructure Development (GRID) Standards to manage the rapid expansion of large data center facilities, Molly Parzen, Executive Director of CVPA, issued the following statement: https://loom.ly/Vciytck

Congratulations, Council President Naccarati-Chapkis! We're looking forward to your leadership on Allegheny County Council. https://loom.ly/SnvCN1k #AlleghenyCounty

Getting your calendar ready for the week? Check out these virtual and in-person activities! https://loom.ly/WvPeZnY @pennenvironment.bsky.social

Some data center companies are trying to make deals in secrecy with local governments in PA, but communities deserve to know what’s being planned in their own backyards. This data center transparency bill would ban data centers from using NDAs with local governments – but it’s waiting on a hearing.

One data center using as much electricity as your entire city, as much water as thousands of homes, and being way too loud — and your township signed an NDA. Tell state lawmakers to stop NDAs between data centers and local governments: https://loom.ly/kEDHYRY

It's #MemorialDayWeekend, folks are hitting the road, & gas prices are sky high! We joined Rep. Kyle Mullins, Rep. Kyle Donahue, & @actiontogethernepa.bsky.social to call out Trump & Rep Bresnahan for making life more expensive. https://loom.ly/vlP2RKc

Still figuring out your Memorial Day weekend plans? Check out this @keystonenewsroom.bsky.social guide to the state’s most popular parks -- and be reminded why we must continue protecting our lands. https://loom.ly/RyYQ_gw

Beaver County residents deserve more protection from Shell's polluting petrochemical plant https://loom.ly/qcpQFHc

Pennsylvanians are raising serious concerns about the rapid expansion of data centers — from rising utility costs to strain on our energy grid and water resources.

The PA State House has passed numerous bills to put guardrails on data centers. The State Senate is making excuses for their inaction. https://loom.ly/DjGmIQs

PPL customers: your rate will be going up June 1. Learn more https://loom.ly/on4cx50

🌟 Congratulations to Art Haywood on winning his Primary Election for State Senator from District 4 in Philadelphia and Montgomery Counties! Thank you for your dedication to holding big polluters accountable and fighting for clean air, water, and land for all Pennsylvanians. #Philadelphia #Montco