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The Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) protects and restores the natural and built environments through innovation, collaboration, education and advocacy.
PEC is gearing up for a night celebrating those we’re proud to call our partners at the annual Philadelphia Environmental Partnership Dinner.
There’s still time to get your ticket at pecpa.org/philadelphia2025
Learn more about the dinner and each awardee at pecpa.org/news/pec-rec...
There’s still time to get your ticket at pecpa.org/philadelphia2025
Learn more about the dinner and each awardee at pecpa.org/news/pec-rec...
PEC Recognizes City of Philadelphia, Philadelphia Water Department for Sustainability Leadership - PECPA
The Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) is proud to honor leaders in sustainability at this year’s Environmental Partnership Dinner.
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November 17, 2025 at 3:02 PM
PEC is gearing up for a night celebrating those we’re proud to call our partners at the annual Philadelphia Environmental Partnership Dinner.
There’s still time to get your ticket at pecpa.org/philadelphia2025
Learn more about the dinner and each awardee at pecpa.org/news/pec-rec...
There’s still time to get your ticket at pecpa.org/philadelphia2025
Learn more about the dinner and each awardee at pecpa.org/news/pec-rec...
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.
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"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-...
Pennsylvania ends attempt at CO2 regulation, leaving questions on how to address climate change
The six-year battle over Pennsylvania’s attempt to curb climate pollution has ended with a few lines of legislation in the latest state budget.
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November 14, 2025 at 3:50 PM
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-...
"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...
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...
November 14, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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...
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!
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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
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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
Pennsylvania Environmental Council Application Manager
Welcome to Pennsylvania Environmental Council's Mini Grant ProgramsThe Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) and our supporting organization the Pennsylvania Organization for Watersheds and Rivers…
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November 13, 2025 at 5:40 PM
Protect Your Drinking Water Grants are now open!
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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
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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
Learn more at: pecpa.org/news/pec-rec...
For ticket information: pecpa.org/philadelphia2025
PEC Recognizes City of Philadelphia, Philadelphia Water Department for Sustainability Leadership - PECPA
The Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) is proud to honor leaders in sustainability at this year’s Environmental Partnership Dinner.
pecpa.org
November 13, 2025 at 5:33 PM
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
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...
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November 12, 2025 at 7:07 PM
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...
Full episode here: pecpa.org/news/pennsyl...
November 10, 2025 at 10:52 PM
Listen to the latest episode of Pennsylvania Legacies where we talk about advanced transmission technologies (ATTs)!
Full episode here: pecpa.org/news/pennsyl...
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...
Employment - PECPA
Employment Opportunities Circuit Trails Coalition Manager Full-time Exempt Position, Hybrid Schedule About the Pennsylvania Environmental Council: The Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) is a…
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November 6, 2025 at 10:32 PM
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...
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...
Employment - PECPA
Employment Opportunities Circuit Trails Coalition Manager Full-time Exempt Position, Hybrid Schedule About the Pennsylvania Environmental Council: The Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) is a…
pecpa.org
November 6, 2025 at 2:46 PM
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...
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!
This program will be held at the Public Library located at 225 Reitz Blvd, Lewisburg, PA. See you there!
October 31, 2025 at 9:28 PM
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!
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.
October 24, 2025 at 9:28 PM
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!
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!
Colors of the River - Susquehanna
Join Sierra, artist-in-residence with the Pennsylvania Environmental Council, for a Colors of the River workshop. Events will be on the West Branch and Lower North Branch of the Susquehanna River…
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October 24, 2025 at 7:34 PM
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!
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.
The nomination period will remain open until November 21st at 5:00 p.m.
To learn more, visit: pennsylvaniaenvironmentalcouncil.submittable.com/submit.
October 23, 2025 at 8:01 PM
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.
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...
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...
Colors of the River - Susquehanna
Join Sierra, artist-in-residence with the Pennsylvania Environmental Council, for a Colors of the River workshop. Events will be on the West Branch and Lower North Branch of the Susquehanna River…
www.eventbrite.com
October 22, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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...
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...
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October 9, 2025 at 9:32 PM
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...
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
October 9, 2025 at 1:19 PM
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...
Pa. House passes bill to create state-funded landslide and sinkhole insurance program
A state-backed landslide and sinkhole insurance program sponsored by two Allegheny County lawmakers is closer to becoming a reality after a strong bipartisan majority of the state House approved the…
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October 7, 2025 at 9:34 PM
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...
Nuclear summit highlights Pittsburgh's potential in powering AI and data center boom - Pittsburgh Business Times
A recent summit brought together key players to discuss how Pittsburgh can leverage its nuclear expertise to meet the increasing power needs of data centers and AI facilities.
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October 6, 2025 at 1:36 PM
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;
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www.youtube.com/live/Iw882Xm...
Energy Committee -- October 6, 2025
Public hearing on HB1260.More at http://www.pahouse.com
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October 6, 2025 at 1:29 PM
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...
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!
October 3, 2025 at 9:34 PM
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.
October 3, 2025 at 5:22 PM
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...
Is Pennsylvania Ready for a Data Center Boom? - PECPA
Pennsylvania must grapple with the environmental and economic impacts of rapid, large-scale data center development.
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October 2, 2025 at 9:52 PM
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...
Announcing Third Round of “Protect Your Drinking Water” Grants - PECPA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 1, 2025 Contact: Patrick Starr, Pennsylvania Environmental Council Phone: (267) 479-6101 Email: pstarr@pecpa.org PEC and Essential Utilities Announce Third Round of…
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October 2, 2025 at 2:55 PM
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...
2025 Fundraiser "Building Trails, Building Bridges" | Friends of the Riverfront
An event to support Friends of the Riverfront and celebrate the progress of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail Tuesday, October 21, 6-9 p.m. at Hazelwood Brew House
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October 1, 2025 at 9:52 PM
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.
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Source Water Protection Week: Your Community's Water Future Starts at the Source
Learn why prevention is smarter than treatment, and how Essential Utilities invests in safeguarding water for future generations.
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October 1, 2025 at 2:56 PM
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.
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