2025 ASCE report card shows US infrastructure improves to a C grade
The 2025 ASCE report card rates American infrastructure at a C, the highest since inception, highlighting improvements and challenges across 18 categories.
Pa. confirmed as lone Northeast state with growing economy
Moody’s confirmed that Pennsylvania remains the lone Northeast state with a growing economy. New data reveals that more than $31.6 billion has been secured in private sector investments and over 16,700 jobs created since the start of the Shapiro Administration.
Solar projects face deadline pressure under new bill
The solar industry will face an unprecedented shift in demand and access as Trump’s tax and spending bill comes with a few major changes to the commercial projects in the new year.
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.
PUC Commissioner appointed to national committees
Commissioner Kathryn Zerfuss has been appointed to the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners Committee on Gas and the Subcommittee on Pipeline Safety.
PHEAA expands programs of career study
The Pennsylvania Targeted Industry Program has been expanded by the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency.
Election Day: Pa. voters weigh issues
Voter turnout will be a crucial factor in determining Pennsylvania’s elections.
USDA partnering with Pa. farmers, small businesses to create jobs, lower energy costs
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is partnering with farmers and small business owners to expand access to clean energy, create jobs and help lower their energy bills.
RGGI electricity tax repeal approved by Pa. Senate
The Pennsylvania Senate approved legislation to repeal the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative carbon tax.
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.
PA Chamber hires director of government affairs
The Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry has hired a director of government affairs.
Energy Association of Pennsylvania hires firm to find next president, CEO
The Energy Association of Pennsylvania (EAP) has hired Spencer Stuart to search for its next president and CEO following President and CEO Terrance J. Fitzpatrick’s retirement announcement in March.











