Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro says he wants to fast-track energy projects in Pennsylvania and offer hundreds of millions of dollars in tax breaks for projects that produce electricity and hydrogen.

Some of Pennsylvania’s neighboring states have taken steps to institute their own climate change laws aimed at imposing damages on fossil fuel companies that states allege are responsible for climate impacts.

Under the Biden administration, the EPA awarded the grant to Allegheny County as part of a nationwide program funded in part by the Inflation Reduction Act.

In southeastern Pennsylvania, Hurricane Ida in 2021 was a preview of a flood-prone future. A report recommends construction projects and other fixes to save lives and property.

A new law journal article argues climate polluters could be criminally charged in Pennsylvania. But some say it’s a risky long shot for prosecutors.

Invasive plants (i.e. weeds) have been on the upswing lately as a threat to take over desirable plants, out-compete farm crops, and disturb the fragile health of ecosystems.

The Doomsday Clock is a metaphor for how close the world is to being inhabitable for humanity. Scientists just set the new time for 2025.

Science and environmental educator John Frederick compared the impact of climate change to that of cigarette smoking when giving a presentation on Saturday as part of the Cresson Public Library’s

Perry World House (PWH) at the University of Pennsylvania and Resilience Frontiers (RF) – the foresight initiative under the UN’s Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) – are proud to announce the launch of a new film festival focused on short documentaries featuring stories of resilience.

Prosecutors are arguing why a Washington state woman should remain jailed in connection with the death of a U.S. Border Patrol agent

Jacque Schrag/Axios Pittsburgh had its hottest year on record in 2024. Why it matters: Human-caused climate change is fueling a spike in extreme weather events globally, most recently seen in the Southern California wildfires,

Gov. Josh Shapiro announced efforts Thursday to implement policies he said will strengthen Pennsylvania's energy sector, promoting a multifaceted “Lightning Plan” to streamline bureaucratic approvals