There’s still time to register for the 2026 Western Pennsylvania Environmental Awards! 🏆️
May 6th is getting closer and we don’t want you to miss out. Register now! pecpa.org/event/wester...
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Save the date for the 2026 Environment Ride!
This year’s ride will take place on Friday, October 2nd – Sunday October 4th in Bethlehem, PA.
Stay tuned for more details and get ready for early bird registration!
We can’t wait to see you there. 🚴
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There’s still time to help protect Pennsylvania’s parks, trails, and preserves! 🌳
Click on the link: conservationadvocate.org/postcard/, and upload a photo of yourself enjoying a park, trail, or natural area in PA and personalize your message.
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Ready to make your house stream smart? Apply for a stormwater house call today!
The Stream Smart Stormwater House Call is a FREE program that creates opportunities for improved stormwater management on private property in urbanized watersheds.
More: streamsmarthousecalls.org
Today at 10:30 a.m. the House Energy Committee will meet to consider HB 2076, HB 2223, and HB 2347. PEC proudly supports each of these important Bills.
Watch the hearing here: www.youtube.com/live/NAxwEz6...
On April 16th at 12:00 p.m., the @drbc1961.bsky.social, the Susquehanna River Basin Commission, and the Interstate Commission on the Potomac River Basin will host a webinar on Data Centers: What About Water?
Register now at us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
We’re less than a month away from the 2026 Western Pennsylvania Environmental Awards! We hope you join us on May 6th for this special evening honoring those making a difference in Western Pennsylvania.
Learn more and register at pecpa.org/event/wester...
Did you miss PEC’s latest update?
Every month we send out a newsletter that highlights everything we’ve been up to for the past month. If you’re not already signed up, now’s the time! pecpa.org/newsletter/
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Help protect Pennsylvania’s parks, trails, and preserves! 🥾 🌳
Show your legislators that you support investments in conservation and outdoor recreation by sending in a postcard showcasing how you enjoy PA’s outdoor areas.
Learn more: conservationadvocate.org/postcard/
Big day at Laurel Caverns, soon to open as PA’s newest state park! @governor.pa.gov and @padcnr.bsky.social Sec. Dunn just made it official
Registration is officially open for the 2026 PA Invasive Replace-ive Program. 🌳 🪻
PA residents who remove invasive trees or shrubs on their property can receive native plants in return from the @padcnr.bsky.social.
Learn more and register: www.pa.gov/agencies/pda...
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You’re invited to the 2026 Western Pennsylvania Environmental Awards!
Join us on May 6th as we honor those who have demonstrated a commitment to environmental excellence and outdoor recreation.
Learn more: pecpa.org/event/wester...
RSVP here: secure.everyaction.com/7s_souSjpUaq...
A graphic that shows an outline of people hiking. The people are outlines in white and the background is orange. There is text on the graphic that reads " OBA PA" "Are you an outdoor business, leader, or partner? This is for you!" "Pennsylvania Outdoor Economy Summit + Industry Expo. Register Today!" "April 26th-28th, 2026" "State College".
Join us at the first ever Outdoor Economy Summit & Industry Expo on April 26th - 28th! This is a great opportunity to learn from and collaborate with other professionals in the outdoor recreation field.
Learn more and sign up now: obapa.org/pa-outdoor-e...
A flyer describing the Statewide Waterway Access Grants (SWAG). The header is a picture of people kayaking on a river. Below is 7 bullet points describing the program. There are logos for the PA Fish and Boat Commission, the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, and POWR at the bottom.
Introducing SWAG, the Statewide Waterway Access Grants. This grant program can assist with the design, engineering, construction, upgrade, and rehabilitation of non-motorized public access to PA waterways.
Learn more and apply: pennsylvaniaenvironmentalcouncil.submittable.com/submit
Check out @naturalareas.bsky.social 's newest YouTube release – Nature Out of Place? Brainstorming Best Practices for Communicating About Invasive Plants.
Watch now to learn how to properly communicate the impact of invasive species on biodiversity, ecosystems, and society.
This week, PEC gave a testimony before the House Energy Committee regarding Geothermal Energy Development. HB 2076 would allow PA to develop geothermal resources, while also protecting the environment and communities against unwarranted impacts.
Read more: pecpa.org/news/pec-tes...
PEC applauds the PA House for passing the first major bill addressing energy usage by data centers and its impact on consumers. Among other key provisions we advocated, it requires data centers to procure electricity from new, clean, firm generation sources.
Our statement: pecpa.org/news/pec-hb1...
Today’s House Energy Committee hearing will focus on House Bill 2076, that would establish a framework for geothermal energy for residential, commercial and industrial uses.
Watch the hearing live, here: www.youtube.com/live/WPgomyE...
More about HB 2076: www.palegis.us/legislation/...
The 2026-2027 Pocono Forests and Waters Conversation Landscape Mini Grant cycle is now open!
Learn more about requirements and eligibility here: pecpa.org/news/now-acc...
Ready to apply? Submit your application now: pennsylvaniaenvironmentalcouncil.submittable.com/submit
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Multiple people gathered around a pop-up tent. The tent says "PEC" "Pennsylvania Environmental Council" The tent is inside and people are dressed in winter clothing.
A man and a woman talking to each other under a pop-up tent. There is merchandise, such as clothing, and brochures under the tent as well.
We had a great time at the #phillybikeexpo!
We love being able to connect with people and talk about the work we’re doing to create and maintain trail systems throughout PA.
Shoutout to those that stopped by our booth and said hi! We’re already looking forward to next year. 🚴♀️ 🚴♂️
On March 25, the Conservation & Natural Resources Advisory Council is hosting a public meeting and you’re invited!
For more information, visit: www.pa.gov/agencies/dcn...
Register for virtual attendance here: events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/b261ee...
Don’t forget to catch up on the latest episode of Pennsylvania Legacies!🎧️
On this episode, we talk with Russ Kolacek and Andrew Griesemer of Phoenix Contact USA and discuss their company’s impressive commitment to sustainability. Listen now to learn more. pecpa.org/news/pennsyl...
Congratulations to Bristol Township for being awarded funding for Building the East Coast Greenway in Bristol Township project! @eastcoastgreenway.bsky.social
PEC is proud to partner with Bristol Township and help make important projects such as this one become a reality.
More: buff.ly/zmhkmLq
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An image of an infographic explaining Advanced Transmission Technologies.
Today the state House Energy Committee is holding a hearing on HB 2223, which would require electric utilities to evaluate and consider the use of Advanced Transmission Technologies (ATTs) on new and existing service lines.
Learn more about ATTs on our podcast. soundcloud.com/pennsylvania...
Last week, House Bill 2150 and House Bill 2151 advanced out of the Pennsylvania House Energy Committee. These are important bills that could ensure the responsible development of data centers in our state.
Read more: www.mychesco.com/a/news/gover...
A graphic with a people in kayaks in the background. There is a cartoon sticky note with the words "reminder" "The 2026 PA River Sojourn Mini-Grant application closes on March 20th at 5:00 pm.
The deadline to apply for a PA Sojourn Mini-Grant is quickly approaching! Don’t wait to submit your application. Apply here: pecpa.org/grants-awards/
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Interested in learning more about PEC's work? Sign up for our monthly newsletter, In Case You Missed It!
Don’t miss out on next month’s updates, sign up now: pecpa.org/newsletter/
Allegheny County residents!
Don’t forget to register for the public meeting for the Allegheny Forward comprehensive plan on March 11th. The meeting will be held online at 6:00 p.m. Register here: buff.ly/ciMUmiX
For more information, visit buff.ly/AEwJM8Z
Legislation (buff.ly/0BAt4vZ) has been introduced in the General Assembly to encourage adoption of advanced transmission technologies (ATTs), making our electric transmission grid more resilient and efficient. Learn more about these tools here: buff.ly/ZZnwHSA
