Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Yesterday, teams from Pennsylvania DEP were out in Millcreek plugging an old well that was leaking gas in a nearby neighborhood. The well didn’t have an owner and was considered unsafe, but now it's sealed up and no longer a danger to families nearby.     The Shapiro Administration and PA DEP are working to clean up hundreds of old wells across PA. So keep an eye out, because more wells will be plugged soon in Erie County, and that means more safety, less pollution, and more jobs for the area.    #CleanAir #SafeCommunities #WellPlugging

School is back in session across Pennsylvania! 🎒 Classrooms are full of excitement, new ideas, and big dreams. But back-to-school isn’t just about supplies, it’s also about making sure students have safe, healthy spaces to learn and grow.   PA DEP is proud to support schools, educators, and communities with tools to help make that happen.   Read how schools can start environmentally strong ⬇️

Looking to cut energy costs, boost comfort, and reduce your carbon footprint, without leaving the house? Grab your lunch and tune in for the Clean Energy Opportunity Spotlight (CEOS) Series hosted by PA DEP Energy Programs Office on Wednesday, August 28 at noon!   This month’s topic: Residential Energy Assessments – Saving Money and the Environment from the Comfort of Your Home.   A home energy assessment is a powerful first step toward smarter energy use. Learn how a professional audit can help you identify inefficiencies, prioritize improvements, and even prepare your home for renewable energy upgrades, all while accessing low-cost or free resources available to Pennsylvania residents.   ✅ Connect directly with DEP staff to learn how to take control of your home’s energy future. 📅 Register now to discover savings, ask questions, and make your home more efficient: https://bit.ly/4ol4b9c

Are you working on your RISE PA application? The deadline for medium- and large-scale award tracks is this Friday at 11:59 PM!    If you have last-minute questions, our team is here to help, all week long: 📧 Email: RA-EPSPEED@pa.gov 📞 Call: 717-783-8394 🔗 More info: dep.pa.gov/rise-pa   Reach out before time runs out! #RISEPA #DeadlineHelp #PAenvironment #ApplicationSupport

Have a RISE PA application in progress?   Get it in! The deadline is 8/29/25! ⏳ This is your final chance to apply for the RISE PA Grant Program and secure funding to decarbonize your business. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to reduce emissions, boost sustainability, and improve your bottom line. It’s now or never, so act fast to secure your share of funding 👉 dep.pa.gov/RISE-PA #RISEPA #PAManufacturers #EPA #GreenManufacturing #CleanEnergy

Moving at the speed of business: New SPEED permits have just released! The Shapiro Administration and Pennsylvania DEP are making it faster and easier for companies to get reviews for air quality, dam safety, oil & gas well pad construction, wetland and waterway encroachment, erosion & sediment control, and more.  With SPEED, permit reviews can move quickly, without losing the protections Pennsylvanians deserve.  Read the release: bit.ly/4oJyZR3  Learn more about SPEED: dep.pa.gov/speed 

It’s here! The 2026 DEP Environmental Education Grants are OPEN! Educators, schools, conservation districts, nonprofits, and even local businesses can now apply for funding to help people of all ages learn how to take care of Pennsylvania’s land, air, water, and climate. From schoolyard gardens to clean water projects, if you’ve got the idea—we may have the funding. Three grant sizes available:  🌱 Seed ($5,000 or less)  🌿 Grow ($5,001–$30,000)  🌎 Impact ($30,001–$65,000)  Learn more and apply by Nov. 14, 2025 → dep.pa.gov/eegrants Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources

Contractors—help customer save, stand out as a qualified contractor, and grow your reputation and revenue. Homeowners want energy efficient upgrades but affordability matters. The Keystone Energy Efficiency Program (KEEP) Home Energy Loan’s limited-time low-interest financing helps you close more jobs and build customer trust. Give your customers affordable options. Get qualified today: https://lnkd.in/etWqGdrt #EnergyEfficiency #HomeSavings #ContractorsWanted

Code Orange Air Alert Philadelphia area Tuesday, August 12   The air in the Philadelphia are may be unhealthy for some people today. If you’re a child, older adult, or have breathing problems like asthma, try to stay inside during the late morning and afternoon.   Help the air stay cleaner: -Carpool or take the bus -Don’t let your car idle -Wait until evening to fill up your gas tank   Check your local air at AirNow.gov   #CodeOrange #AirQuality @StaySafePA

Clean water matters to every Pennsylvanian.💧Whether it’s for drinking, fishing, swimming, or simply supporting life, clean water is vital. So, during National Water Quality Month (August!), we’re diving into some stats from the 2024 Pennsylvania Water Quality Report.    #DYK • PA has over 85,000 miles of rivers and streams? • Or that water quality is improving in many places around PA? • And that some of the top threats to clean water come from stormwater, agriculture, and abandoned mines? We’ll share more this month. So stay tuned and explore the full interactive report: https://lnkd.in/eFwNcnYU