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Erie Gives Day is happening now until midnight! Please consider a donation to PennFuture. A percentage of your donation will be matched by the Erie Community Foundation and major donors — increasing your impact! Our profile is found here: https://lnkd.in/eNWFmxP8 #eriepa #lakeerie #environmentaladvocacy #environmentalprotection #pennsylvania

The second article in our series on economic sustainability published today! To create a more sustainable economy in Pennsylvania, we must explore how we can generate economic activity, protect the environment, and enhance quality of life while using our natural resources more efficiently. This exploration will lead us to identify products, services, and processes that reduce or limit environmental harm. Of course, this new economy's foundation requires clean energy, clean tech for production processes, and an energy-efficient industry. Check out the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eNEuUrD4 #economicsustainability #sustainability #pennsylvania #renewables #energyefficiency

The state Supreme Court is considering written arguments in the case over whether a program to cut pollution from power plants should be allowed in Pennsylvania. PennFuture attorney Jessica O’Neill said they are arguing the Environmental Rights Amendment in the state’s constitution allows Pennsylvania to put a price on pollution. The Pennsylvania legislature adopted the ERA in 1971. It names the commonwealth as a trustee of the state’s natural resources and guarantees the right of the people – including generations yet to come – to clean air, pure water, and the preservation of the natural, scenic, historic and esthetic values of the environment. Full story from Rachel McDevitt: https://lnkd.in/ezht-u_D

PennFuture's Policy Manager for Sustainable Economics Donna Kohut writes a response to the Op-Ed from Conor Lamb and Kate Harper supporting hydrogen hub development in Western PA: "There’s a better way. It’s not through PR distractions, fossil-fuel subsidies and a vast network of pipelines." Read the full Letter-to-the-Editor here: https://lnkd.in/ee-_4tjM #WesternPA #hydrogenhub #hydrogenenergy #renewables

Hosted by PennFuture’s Policy Manager for Sustainable Economics Donna Kohut, this FREE webinar discusses the hits and misses with Pennsylvania industries and how it can modernize and grow its economy. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gb9FYNgu

Join us this Wednesday to discuss items in this year’s state budget. Register here: https://lnkd.in/eGUN6XER

BREAKING NEWS: PA Supreme Court grants intervention to environmental organizations in RGGI litigation! This is significant for our Environmental Rights — the court decision paves the way for groups to contest harmful environmental decisions by invoking the constitutional rights of their members. Full Statement: https://lnkd.in/egRwC2aD... #RGGI #environmentalrights #environmentaljustice #Pennsylvania #Harrisburg

PennFuture is proud to share a major environmental win for PA with the passing of Solar 4 PA Schools bill — with incredible bipartisan support. This legislation will increase renewable energy in PA and help schools cover the costs of installing solar energy systems. This clean energy victory is thanks to the tireless advocacy of Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler (184th District) to reduce harmful carbon emissions and bring sustainable jobs and cost savings to PA communities. #solar4schools #solar4PAschools #solarenergy

PennFuture is proud to share that our Clean Water Campaign Manager Jenny Tompkins has been named to Erie's 40 Under 40 list! "A convener and connector for many local groups, educating and empowering them to make sure Erie is not left behind when decisions are made in Harrisburg and Washington, D.C., Tompkins is leading PennFuture's efforts to build climate-resilient waterways and watershed communities in Pennsylvania." Congratulations on the well-deserved honor, Jenny! #EriePA #LakeErie #cleanwateradvocate #environmentaladvocacy https://lnkd.in/eNhbbYb8

Climate justice advocate and award-winning actor Mark Ruffalo signed PennFuture and Conservation Voters of Pennsylvania's Clean Energy for Climate Action petition — and you can too! Let's show PA lawmakers the overwhelming support that their constituents have for clean energy! Sign and send here: https://lnkd.in/e9azSSfD #climateaction #cleanenergy #pennsylvania #markruffalo #environmentalprotection #environmentalaction