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The state House held an informational meeting on May 7 to explore the potential for advanced geothermal energy development in Pennsylvania, focusing on Penn State research discussed in a recent […]
Announced in January, the Governor’s “Lightning Plan” package of clean energy legislation has been introduced in the House. Companion legislation in the Senate is awaiting Committee assignment by its leadership. […]
At PEC, we pride ourselves on knowing Pennsylvania like few other organizations. Our statewide perspective is informed by engagement in communities and regions. Many of our staff are lifelong or […]
Conserving our natural heritage and protecting our air and water require a strong partnership between the federal, state, and local governments working with businesses, community groups, and the non-profit sector. […]
My love for the outdoors started with my parents. As avid environmentalists and nature-lovers, they took me hiking before I could walk, brought me along on bird-watching excursions, and plopped […]
The Pennsylvania Environmental Council is partnering with DiscoverNEPA on a series highlighting some of the region’s best outdoor adventure destinations. This post was originally published March 6 on the DiscoverNEPA […]
A new residency program hosted by PEC will give artists a chance to explore connections with the Susquehanna River Basin and the communities that call it home. “Reflections through Art: […]
Members of the Upstream Suburban Philadelphia Watershed Collaborative (USP) toasted their success over the last 12 years during a recent celebration at the Abington Club in Jenkintown. PEC Executive Vice […]
Do you live, work, and/or play in the Laurel Highlands or Pocono Forests and Waters Conservation Landscapes? Then you may be an ideal candidate for the first cohort of the […]
This article was originally published Feb. 6, 2025, as part of PEC’s ongoing content partnership with DiscoverNEPA. Find the original, and more from the series, at discovernepa.com. Become a […]
Governor Shapiro’s 2025-2026 budget proposal delivers needed investment in trails and public lands, welcome funding increases for key state agencies, and innovative strategies to advance development of clean, affordable, and […]
News that the Path of the Flood Trail was named 2025 Pennsylvania Trail of the Year generated a lot of excitement at PEC. The 14-mile trail in Cambria County, which […]