RGGI's demise brings new urgency to critical proposals for expanding energy storage, boosting efficiency, and upgrading the grid. "Our challenge now is to craft an interwoven set of policies that move our state forward," says PEC's Tom Gilbert. www.wesa.fm/environment-...

Don’t forget‼️ The Philadelphia Environmental Partnership Dinner is next week and it's not too late to buy a ticket! We invite you to join us on November 19 as we honor leaders in sustainability. Follow the link to grab your ticket now, fundraise.givesmart.com/e/j18EYw?vid...

Protect Your Drinking Water Grants are now open! . The grant application will be open until January 16th at 5:00 p.m. Follow the link to learn more about guidelines to apply and areas of focus for 2026: pennsylvaniaenvironmentalcouncil.submittable.com/submit

PEC is excited to honor the City of Philadelphia Office of Sustainability, the Philadelphia Water Department, and David Hess at this year’s Philadelphia Environmental Partnership Dinner. Learn more at: pecpa.org/news/pec-rec... For ticket information: pecpa.org/philadelphia2025

Pennsylvania’s formal withdrawal from RGGI makes one thing clear: Gov. Shapiro and lawmakers must act now to ensure Pennsylvania has a strategy to provide affordable, reliable, clean energy to power our economy, help communities, create jobs, and reduce emissions. pecpa.org/news/pec-sta...

Listen to the latest episode of Pennsylvania Legacies where we talk about advanced transmission technologies (ATTs)! Full episode here: pecpa.org/news/pennsyl...

As part of PEC's evolving role in the Circuit Trails Coalition, we're hiring a full-time program manager based in Philly. This is an opportunity to be part of something great: not just building a world-class trail system, but ensuring it serves our communities! pecpa.org/home/about/e...

Ready for a career change? PEC is hiring a full-time Watershed Program Manager. Interested in learning more? Head over to our website to get the full rundown on primary responsibilities, salary, benefits, and more. pecpa.org/home/about/e...

Join us November 6 from 5pm - 6pm for Colors of the River: Art of the Susquehanna, a program on making paint and ink from natural materials found on the Susquehanna River. This program will be held at the Public Library located at 225 Reitz Blvd, Lewisburg, PA. See you there!

Scenes from this week's annual Conservation Landscapes Gathering. On Day 1 we learned about ROE work and future collaboration opportunities. Day 2 was a tour of the Kittatinny Ridge CL including Ft Indiantown Gap, a hike at Cove Mountain Preserve, and tour of Duncannon on the AT.

If you missed the Colors of the River Workshops this weekend, there is still time to catch more this coming week! Join us October 27-29 for more workshops. Click on the link below for more details and to reserve your tickets. www.eventbrite.com/cc/colors-of... We hope to see you there!

Nominations for the 2026 Pennsylvania River of the Year are open! The nomination period will remain open until November 21st at 5:00 p.m. To learn more, visit: pennsylvaniaenvironmentalcouncil.submittable.com/submit.

Join us October 25th - 28th for Colors of the River! The Colors of the River Workshop is a FREE event hosted by Sierra Weir, a local artist in our artist-in-residency program. Click on the link below for more details and to reserve your tickets. www.eventbrite.com/cc/colors-of...

Big day in Montco! PEC was at the groundbreaking for Norristown's new Trail Junction Center Tuesday, along with Circuit Trails partners including Montgomery County Commissioners Lawrence, Makhija, and Winder. More in The Reporter: www.thereporteronline.com/2025/10/08/m...

Thanks to the riders, donors, and support crew who made last weekend's Environment Ride a success! We had beautiful weather, amazing scenery, and good company throughout the journey from Philly to Harrisburg. Learn how you can help support PEC's mission: pecpa.org/join-pec

Legislation that would make badly needed landslide insurance available to PA property owners is now before the state Senate. www.wesa.fm/politics-gov...

Western PA was the birthplace of commercial nuclear energy -- and could be the site of its next renaissance. Coverage from the Pittsburgh Business Times on the PA Nuclear Summit PEC hosted last week with the Allegheny Conference on Community Development: www.bizjournals.com/pittsburgh/n...

Today at 11: tune in for a state House hearing on HB 1260, which would establish requirements and incentives for siting solar power at warehouses in Pennsylvania; www.youtube.com/live/Iw882Xm...

Thanks to the PA Dept. of Conservation and Natural Resources for the opportunity to meet with future conservation & outdoor professionals at the recent PA Outdoor Corps job fair!

PEC and the Allegheny Conference on Community Development are cohosting the PA Nuclear Summit today at Acrisure Stadium, where industry, labor, and policy leaders are exploring the potential for advanced nuclear and other emerging, zero-carbon energy technologies in Pennsylvania.

Is Pennsylvania ready for a data center boom? Without strong energy and environmental policy measures in place, we may get burned. pecpa.org/news/is-penn...

In recognition of Source Water Protection Week, PEC and Essential Utilities are pleased to announce a third round of "Protect Your Drinking Water" grants. Applications will be accepted starting 10/22 for projects in parts of Bucks, Montgomery, and Chester Counties. pecpa.org/news/announc...

Come celebrate teamwork and trails with our partners @friendsoftheriverfront.org on Oct. 21! friendsoftheriverfront.org/homepage/202...

We're celebrating Source Water Protection Week by announcing a new round of Protect Your Drinking Water grants in partnership with [Essential/Aqua]! Details coming soon -- in the meantime, learn why source water protection matters in this post from Essential Utilities. bucksco.today/2025/09/sour...

Imagine a trail system linking towns across Franklin, Adams, Cumberland, York, Lancaster, Lebanon and Dauphin counties. It's closer to reality than you think! www.witf.org/2025/09/28/t...

The just-launched Outdoor Business Alliance of PA is hosting a series of webinars to connect with outdoor industry companies and supporters. Learn more and sign up: obapa.org/meet-the-out...

@drbc1961.bsky.social is developing a Water Resources Resilience Plan (WRRP) for dealing with climate change and other threats to water resources in the Delaware River Basin. Share your input at one of five upcoming public meetings or submit comments online: www.nj.gov/drbc/program...

Proud to sponsor the Unite & Ignite conference hosted by our partners Justice Outside this week in Philly. Collaboration like this is how we create equitable and sustainable outdoor spaces that are welcoming to everyone! #UniteIgnite

Thanks to We Conserve PA for hosting our trails team at the 2025 Pennsylvania Greenways & Trails Summit!

Give your input on Allegheny County's forthcoming Climate Action Plan at one of five public meetings, Oct. 14-29. Learn more and register: engagement.alleghenycounty.us/climate-acti...

We're in Philadelphia with @governor.pa.gov and the governors of the 12 other states served by @pjminterconnection.bsky.social, all calling on the regional grid operator to clear the interconnection backlog that's driving steep price increases on utility customers across the northeast.

Today PEC brought together Circuit Trails Community Grant Program grantee partners for a relaxing and rejuvenating morning on the Schuylkill River and Wissahickon Creek.

We got a chance to visit Phoenix Contact USA's facility in Middletown and see the many investments they've made to reduce emissions and improve sustainability. Thanks for the tour!

PEC's Board of Directors doesn't just talk the talk, they walk the walk. In fact -- as seen at last week's meeting in Ohiopyle -- they hike the hike, and bike the bike! Find out how to double the impact of your donation through our ongoing board match: fundraise.givesmart.com/form/w1Lntw?...

Registration is still open for the PA Greenways and Trails Summit, Sep. 21-23 in Harrisburg. This year's event will dive into the challenges and solutions of trail maintenance amid increased use and environmental pressures, introducing PEC's new Trail Maintenance Assessment Guide:

Join @swatarawatershedassociation for a free nature journaling workshop in Hoffer Park, Middletown, PA as part of our artist-in-residency program. More info and tickets here:

We were in Mechanicsburg Wednesday with @governor.pa.gov and Mary Beth Laughton, CEO of REI, to announce the launch of the Outdoor Business Alliance of Pennsylvania, an initiative to elevate the outdoor recreation businesses that make up PA's $19 billion outdoor economy. pecpa.org/news/pec-app...

Our western PA trails team is hearing from community members tonight in Braddock about plans for the Turtle Creek Connector. Couldn’t make it? Catch the presentation and ask your questions Wednesday on Zoom: pecpa.org/event/turtle...

REMINDER: PEC and @FriendsoftheRiverfront will be hosting two public meetings to discuss the latest news around the Turtle Creek Trail Connector. We hope to see you there!

Learn how to restore, protect, and conserve your local waterways and watersheds! Join us for a free webinar on managing stormwater using nature-based solutions and encouraging your municipality to do the same. RSVP here: fundraise.givesmart.com/form/cyTo0w?...

Winter road salt is a necessity in states like Pennsylvania, but too much creates hazards for people and the environment. A newly formed action group is raising the alarm, and a proposed bill would establish safer practices statewide:

2025 Water Trail Mini Grant applications are now open! Up to $7,000 can be requested for projects that advance program goals as promoting equity and access:

The Watershed Coalition of the Lehigh Valley is among the list of remarkable organizations that PEC is excited to honor during the 2025 Environmental Partnership Awards on Oct. 23, at the Woodlands Inn & Resort in Plains, PA: www.lehighvalleynews.com/environment-...

@Allegheny County is seeking public input to guide the creation its first Climate Action Plan, which will include strategies to reduce pollution, create jobs, and improve health. engagement.alleghenycounty.us/climate-acti...

A recent report shows that keeping aging coal plants online could cost ratepayers more than $3 billion/year. As renewables outcompete fossil fuels, it's not economically viable to maintain aging coal plants at the cost of homeowners and businesses: penncapital-star.com/energy-envir...

When it comes to power generation, renewables are cheap and getting cheaper. Making electricity affordable — especially in light of surging demand in places like PA — requires an all-of-the-above approach that invests in the most cost-effective solutions: rmi.org/affordabilit...

Exciting trail updates for Allegheny County! See below for details on two upcoming public meetings to discuss the latest news around the Turtle Creek Trail Connector. We hope to see you there!

At the center of PEC's trails work are the local businesses that fuel trail users, connect them to the community, and create lasting memories. Boal City Brewing has been an invaluable partner in Centre County: www.centredaily.com/news/local/c...

The inaugural BioBlitz at Kirby Park in Wilkes-Barre this summer uncovered the biodiversity right under our noses. Volunteers and PEC staff helped to document nearly 1,000 species in a 24-hour period, providing a hands-on way to support long-term conservation efforts: pecpa.org/news/bioblit...

Philadelphia has enough air quality challenges as it is, and new modeling from DVRPC shows cutting SEPTA routes and raising fares will make it worse. @septaphilly.bsky.social www.dvrpc.org/news/2025/re...