Environmental Justice – LWV DelCo Environmental Clearinghouse

Listen to NPR podcast with author of Johns Hopkins study of Chester air pollution

A study conducted by a group of Johns Hopkins researchers along the Delaware River industrial corridor found that “fence line” residents are at higher risk for multiple health problems because of the toxic mix of air they breathe. Lead author Dr. Keeve Nachman joined NPR Living on Earth Host Paloma Beltran to walk through the study. At right is the mobile testing van the researchers used. Listen to the podcast and read the transcript here.

Let’s Go to Harrisburg Sept. 29 for Environment Lobby Day

Join PennFuture and Conservation Voters of Pennsylvania in an environment lobby day Sept. 29 at the capitol in Harrisburg. With the federal government clawing back,funding and cancelling clean energy programs, we have to depend on state government more than ever. Anyone can join. Fill out the registration form at bottom.

Earth Justice fights back against EPA repeal of crucial climate rule

The Trump Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a proposal to revoke the endangerment finding. The proposal relies on misinterpretations of the law and recent cases, fringe science, and tortured cost analysis to justify a conclusion that the EPA cannot and should not regulate greenhouse gases (GHG). The EPA has to take public comment. You have until Sept. 15 to make your voice heard. See how to comment at bottom of article.

PA ‘Energy Summit’ projects don’t include a Delaware River LNG terminal; opponents remain vigilant

While President Donald Trump, Governor Josh Shapiro and U.S. Senator Dave McCormick were busy at one end of the state on Tuesday, July 15, holding a “Pennsylvania Energy Summit,” environmental groups were busy at the other end of the state drumming up opposition to a proposed LNG export terminal anywhere along the Delaware County expanse of the Delaware Riverfront.

Environmentalists sue EPA to reassess a toxic chemical used at Monroe Energy

If highly reactive hydrofluoric acid (HF) was released from the Monroe Energy refinery in Trainer, it could form a ground-hugging cloud extending up to 17 miles and affecting as many as 1.9 million people in addition to delicate ecosystems nearby. HF attacks the human body causing burns, organ damage and death, a lawsuit against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency claims.

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.

Important Call to Action: Ask PA House to Vote for Environmental Justice Bill 109

Chester Residents Concerned for Quality Living (“CIRCLE”) has sent out this urgent call to action asking everyone to call our PA House legislators and legislative leaders vote for the environmental justice bill, HB 109. The bill may be coming up for a vote by June 30 and it may not have enough Democratic votes to pass.

CRCQL, other community groups say ‘NO’ to LNG terminal in Delco

Last week, CEO of Penn America, Franc James, boasted to the press that he met with White House officials about his project to build a colossal LNG export terminal in Delaware County, PA. There is absolutely no place to locate such a massive project that won’t pose unacceptable risks to the people and the environment here. That’s why the federal government advises these get placed in remote locations, far from vulnerable areas,” local organizations contend.

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.