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Shapiro signs order to control data center growth in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro signed an executive order to regulate data center development and give local communities more control over projects.
Pa. DEP looking to reduce methane emissions in the state
The Pa. Department of Environmental Protection is developing regulations to cut methane emissions from oil and gas operations, improving air quality and addressing climate change.
DEP cuts permit backlog 98% with tech, new programs
DEP Secretary Jessica Shirley said new tools like the permit tracker and programs like SPEED provide certainty for Pennsylvania businesses and environmental protection for Pennsylvania communities.
DEP launches SPEED program to fast-track permit reviews
Pennsylvania DEP launches SPEED to fast-track stormwater and construction permits, improving efficiency while upholding environmental protections.
State launches initiative to create energy jobs, grow economy
DEP Acting Secretary Jessica Shirley called the RISE PA program one that improves the state’s economy and environment.
Shapiro Administration funding Lehigh Valley clean energy projects
DEP Acting Secretary Jessica Shirley announced that more than $2.55 million to improve air quality in communities through cleaner fuel transportation infrastructure has been awarded, including projects in the Lehigh Valley.
Federal funding to create jobs, improve public health secured by Shapiro Administration
The Shapiro Administration has secured more than $76 million in federal funding this week to create jobs, boost the oil and gas well plugging program, and cut methane emissions.
Programs to speed permitting process launched by Pa. DEP
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection is introducing two programs to expand permitting capacity at the agency, Gov. Josh Shapiro announced.
Second largest federal grant in Pa. history secured by Shapiro Administration
Nearly $400 million has been secured by the Shapiro Administration to fund efforts to help Pennsylvania companies create jobs and cut industrial pollution.
Lehigh, Monroe, Montgomery counties included in DEP pilot program
Lehigh, Monroe, and Montgomery counties are included in a pilot program to improve and accelerate the review process for construction stormwater discharge permits.
DEP awards grants for clean diesel emissions
Seven applicants for the PA State Clean Diesel Grant program were awarded a grant by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection.
DEP receives $3M to develop climate action plan
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection has received $3 million from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to develop a Climate Action Plan.
