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Environment

Pittsburgh's Dirty Open Secret: Air Pollution

One woman shares her story about leaving the Pittsburgh region because of air quality concerns. Read more
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Your Donation Keeps Eagles Safe in Their Nests

by Jacquelyn Bonomo, PennFuture President and CEO
Support PennFuture today! Read more
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How Pending Federal Appropriations Might Affect Chesapeake Bay Watershed

by Ezra P. Thrush, Senior Director of Government Affairs
A look at the potential impact on the watershed. Read more
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November Snapshot: Chesapeake Bay Clean-Up Efforts

by Ezra P. Thrush, Senior Director of Government Affairs
An update on our clean water work. Read more
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What You Need to Know in Advance of the Issuance of DRBC’s Fracking Regulations

by Abigail M. Jones, Vice President of Legal and Policy
Find out how you can support our work in the Delaware River Basin. Read more
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Making a Difference with Momentum

by Jacquelyn Bonomo, PennFuture President and CEO
The month of November has seen significant wins. Let's work to keep the momentum. Read more
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Environmental Impacts and the PennEast Pipeline

by Emily Rinaldi, Northeast PA Outreach Coordinator, PennFuture
PennFuture participated in a press conference highlighting the environmental impacts of constructing a pipeline. Read more
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Goat Rodeo Farm Awareness Dinner Shines Light on RESPECTAgZone

PennFuture's legal team is representing a group determined to protect land from proposed new power lines from Duquesne Light. Read more
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What It Means to Live Near Big Polluters

by Blaine Martin, Guest Blogger
One perspective from an East End resident on air pollution problems in Pittsburgh. Read more
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ACE Program Volunteers Engage Legislators on Environmental Issues

by Stephanie Rex, Director of Communications
PennFuture's volunteer program allows citizens to make a difference. Read more
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PennFuture Opposes Any Repeal of the Clean Water Rule

by Abigail M. Jones, Vice President of Legal and Policy
The Clean Water Rule matters in Pennsylvania. Read more
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Meet the Donor: Dawn Gorsline

by Susanne Whitehead, Director of Donor Relations
Why donate to PennFuture? Read Dawn's story to see how our legal team helps to protect your rights to clean air, pure water, and a healthy climate. Read more
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PennFuture Celebrates New Poconos Location

by Emily Rinaldi, Northeast PA Outreach Coordinator, PennFuture
A recent open house showcased local staff and a new office. Read more
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Environmental Rights Amendment Forum Sparks Timely Conversation

by Jay Andrews, Ph.D, Director of Outreach
The event in Philadelphia brought together state officials and leaders to discuss the Environmental Rights Amendment and its impact on our work. Read more
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Update: Finding PA's Solar Future Project Moves Forward

by Rob Altenburg, Senior Director for Energy and Climate
You can still get involved by attending the next meeting on Dec. 7 in Harrisburg. Read more
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How Can You Protect Lake Erie?

by Annie Regan, Senior Program Manager
A recent PennFuture event convened people in Erie to discuss the challenges facing this beloved body of water. Read more
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Be a Watershed Watchdog with New Pocket Guide

by Zakia M. Elliott, Southeast PA Outreach Coordinator
PennFuture has a new resource you can use to help protect your environment. Read more
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Meet the Donor: Carl Balis

by Susanne Whitehead, Director of Donor Relations
Find out why this Delaware County resident supports PennFuture. Read more
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How the Environmental Rights Amendment Strengthens Our Impact

by George Jugovic, Jr., Vice President of Legal Affairs
The first in a series about landmark cases that have used the Environmental Rights Amendment to protect your rights to clean air, pure water and a healthy climate. Read more
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Farmers & Clean Water Need State Lawmaker Leadership on Funding Priorities

by Ezra P. Thrush, Senior Director of Government Affairs
PennFuture visits Ag Progress Days this week, with new reports from Ezra Thrush. Read more
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