Years After Fracking Report, Public Health Goals Largely Unmet
Five years after a grand jury report on the environmental harms caused by fracking, progress on its recommendations has been minimal, according to five environmental nonprofits.
Fourth Annual Sustainability Conference – June 9-14
The Delaware County Office of Sustainability will be hosting the 4th Annual Delaware County Sustainability Conference the week of June 9th – 14th, 2025, as a hybrid event! this year’s conference will blend the enthusiasm and energy of the previous events, while improving accessibility and casting a wider net to allow more community members to take part in the conference.
Topics will be centered around the County’s six sustainability focus areas of natural resources, energy and efficiencies, transportation, zero waste, climate resiliency and health and wellness.
House environment committee approves bill to regulate ‘cumulative pollution’
The Pennsylvania House Environmental and Natural Resources Protection Committee voted HB 109 out of committee on a party line vote of 14 Democrats to12 Republicans April 7. The bill was the subject of a packed hearing in Chester in March.
2026 PA Climate Action Plan Presented in Chester
Only about 20 people came out for The PA Department of Environmental Protection’s workshop on its 2026-2028 Climate Action Plan on March 20 to help the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection develop the plan..
EPA Ordered Not to Enforce Past or Current Environmental Justice Directives
A four-page memorandum issued by Acting EPA Assistant Administrator Jeffrey A. Hall has largely reversed or reinterpreted prior enforcement policies prioritizing environmental justice, climate change and regulations of energy facilities.
Save Marple Greenspace Objects to the Delco Woods Masterplan … and the Name
In a few weeks County Council will be presented with the Delco Woods masterplan. Save Marple Greenspace says there are problems with it and with the name.
Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful: Pick up Some Litter in Your Community — Register Now
Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful is thrilled to announce that registration is now open for Pick Up Pennsylvania, the state’s largest community improvement program! Register now and get free gear from PennDOT and a chance to win $500 in a before and after photo contest.
Feature Video: What Can We Do About Plastics in Our Waterways?
National Geographic Explorer and Explorers Club Fellow Rachael Z. Miller tells us about her work to keep both macro and microplastic out of our public waterways, in a Zoom presentation recorded March 13 for the League of Women Voters of Central Delaware County.
Delco Health Department Launches Lead Poisoning Awareness Campaign
The Delaware County Health Department (DCHD) has announced the launch of “Lead-Free in 1-2-3”, a comprehensive awareness campaign designed to reduce lead poisoning in Delaware County. The campaign’s theme “Is Lead Lurking in Your Home?” seeks to educate residents on the dangers of lead exposure, encourage testing, and promote prevention strategies.
PA Climate Action Plan: Come to The Delco Workshop March 20
The PA Climate Change Plan Community Climate Conversations is a series of in-person workshops hosted by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). These workshops are being held around the state. Come to the only one to be held in our area, March 20 in Chester.