New appliance efficiency standards curb pollution and reduce water waste
New analysis details the environmental importance of the Biden administration’s updated energy efficiency standards
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Our country’s reliance on fossil fuels is leaving millions of Americans with polluted air to breathe.
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STATEMENT: Biden admin drafting a rushed, flawed plan to fast track data centers and power plants for AI
STATEMENT: Residents, local officials submit comments in support of ACHD clean air proposal as deadline approaches
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Thousands petition White House to act on efficiency standards
Cleaner school buses are on the way to Pennsylvania
Energy Conservation & Efficiency
Energy Department finalizes efficiency standards for tankless water heaters
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New report: Wind & solar energy tripled in US over past decade
Data also shows significant increases in battery storage, EV registrations & charging points; highlights rapid solar growth in southeastern states
RELEASE: New interactive map, corporate disclosure show progress on lawn care electrification
Cities, states, corporations slashing pollution, noise from gas-powered lawn equipment
RELEASE: New interactive map, corporate disclosure show progress on lawn care electrification
Cities, states, corporations slashing pollution, noise from gas-powered lawn equipment
Bees’ noses are blinded by air pollution
New study shows air pollution is making it tough for bees to navigate their surroundings.
Mobilizing support for cleaner air in Pittsburgh
When local officials in Pittsburgh released an important proposal to make the region’s air polluters pay their fair share, PennEnvironment jumped to action.