LWV DelCo Environmental Clearinghouse
Delaware County Environmental Clearinghouse
Save money on electricity, decrease harmful emissions to our environment, and enhance the value of your home. Learn if solar is a good for your home, cost, payback, increase in home value, what the installation is like, and the group purchase opportunity. In 2025 there are 30% tax credits, low income grants, no money down […]
Newlin Grist Mill and Wild Birds Unlimited (Glen Mills) have teamed up to explore the wonderful world of bird life! Join us for monthly naturalist-led walks through the 160-acre park at Newlin Grist Mill. We will meet year-round residents, visit exciting migrants, and learn the basics of bird identification and biology. Families and beginners are […]
Help us make our park a better place for wildlife and people! The Habitat Stewards group meets once a month to work on outdoor tasks related to habitat restoration and species conservation. Projects vary by month but include things like invasive plant removal, tree planting, garden maintenance, trail cleanup, and outdoor classroom care. 1pm to […]
Join the Sierra Club for a relatively easy 2 mile walk at Smedley Park. While mostly level, there are a few short slopes and the trail is not paved for the full duration so this trail may not be accessible to all. We will have plenty of stops along the way for discussion and breaks. […]
Take Action Cavan Images/Getty Images Join Tomorrow's Virtual Climate Action HourTrump's attacks on our environment, health, and future are reaching new heights. If you've been looking for a way to cut through the overwhelm, we've got you covered with our monthly virtual Action Hours. In one hour a month, you'll get the key climate and […]
You are invited to the 2025 Shale Gas and Public Health Conference: New Directions, a cornerstone of the LWVPA Straight Scoop on Shale educational initiative since 2013. This conference will bring together scientists, public health experts, industry leaders, and advocacy groups to explore the latest research and insights on unconventional oil and gas development, its […]
NOTICE is hereby given that the Board and Executive Committee meetings of the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC) for 2025 will be held at 10:00 AM on the dates set forth below. Meetings will be held virtually via Zoom or in-person (with a Zoom option) at the Commission’s Conference Center, located in the […]
The basics of stormwater and steps you can take to reduced stormwater pollution. Instruction on rain garden maintenance and trouble shooting. Presented by Darby Creek Valley Association, Eastern Delaware County Stormwater Collaborative and Hav-a-Rain Garden who have and built more than 100 rain gardens in the region at parks, libraries and private properties. We will […]
Bring your questions like-Is solar worth it? How do solar panels work? What are the benefits of solar? What financing options are available to me? Are there tax reductions, rebates with solar? How do I select a quality installer? Is my house suitable for solar? How much maintenance do solar panels require? Will solar pay […]
PennFuture & Conservation Voters of PA urge the Administration to reject new LNG permits to protect our future! In January last year, the Biden Administration paused new liquified natural gas (LNG) export approvals. Then in November 2024, the Department of Energy published its analysis of the environmental, economic, and public health impact of liquified natural […]
You may have noticed the number on your electricity bill creeping higher and higher; unfortunately, this increase in cost is unlikely to stop anytime soon. In fact, electricity bills in the PJM interconnection region – which serves Pennsylvania and the surrounding states – are expected to surge even higher this summer as a result of […]
Pennsylvania has identified over 150 invasive plants, insects, pathogens, and animals that significantly impact both the environment and agricultural production, resulting in annual economic losses amounting to hundreds of millions of dollars. The Pennsylvania Invasive Species webinar is committed to addressing this critical issue. Throughout the session, we will highlight some of the most problematic […]