http://www.pennsylvaniawatersheds.org Funding Projects That Make A Difference Fri, 23 Jul 2010 14:33:15 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en State Senator Jake Corman said at Poe Valley State Park that he will support Marcellus Shale Severance Tax funds being set-aside into a reauthorized Growing Greener fund. Corman spoke at the park on Wednesday. He and several others spoke of the state park system's value. A 2009 estimate showed state ... http://www.pennsylvaniawatersheds.org/?p=1595 The Allgheny Front started a series that will focus on Foundation's efforts to assist in strengthening watershed groups. Through the generous support of the DEP and RK Mellon Foundation, we have worked throughout the last year learning more about our grantees. We are working on procuring funds for year two ... http://www.pennsylvaniawatersheds.org/?p=1593 The following is a direct excerpt taken from the Food and Water Watch's Not So Fast, Natural Gas--Why Accelerating Risky Drilling Threatens America's Water.  In reference to frackfluids: "While the exact composition of some of the chemicals could not be determined, many were identified are toxic. A further analysis by The Endocrine Disruptor Exchange ... http://www.pennsylvaniawatersheds.org/?p=1589 Fayette County has formed a Marcellus Shale Advisory Committee. The group was formed to inform local decision making about drilling. Commissioner Zimmerlink said she wasn't advocating for drilling or a moratorium. She said the group's intent was to ensure local participation in this huge issue, and to provide a centralized ... http://www.pennsylvaniawatersheds.org/?p=1592 The following meetings will be held to gain public opinion on the new oil and gas regulations: LEARN MORE ABOUT THE REGULATION CHANGES. VIEW PA BULLETIN NOTICE. • Wednesday, July 21 -- 7 p.m. Lycoming College Heim Science Center Building Room G-11 700 College Place, Williamsport, PA 17701 • Thursday, July 22 -- 7 p.m. Department of Environmental Protection Northwest Regional Office 1st ... http://www.pennsylvaniawatersheds.org/?p=1590 Seeing the end to its "useful lifespan" two, North Carolina counties embarked on a reuse plan for their soon-to-be closed landfill. After much brainstorming, the concept of a business incubator withstood all the thunder, lightning, and wind. This project wouldn't be just any incubator though. It would focus on local ... http://www.pennsylvaniawatersheds.org/?p=1586 This timely reminder provided by Julie Kollar of WREN: These Notices may have escaped attention of many as they came out over the holiday, but here are the 4 DEP Public Comment Meetings about Proposed Chapter 78 changes to provide stronger regulations for Oil and Gas Wells (including Marcellus wells): please ... http://www.pennsylvaniawatersheds.org/?p=1584 The Pennsylvania Budget and Policy Center has unveiled the Marcellus Severance Tax Ticker. This ticker continuously updates the amount of revenues the state has lost by not having a severance tax. To learn more about the Center's stance on the severance tax, and to view the ticker click here. http://www.pennsylvaniawatersheds.org/?p=1582 In response to growing concern over pharmaceuticals in our streams, rivers, and drinking water,The National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA®), its members and partners have launched Dispose My Meds. The site offers a searchable database, by state or zip code, noting pharmaceutical take back programs, and provides articles and videos about impact of ... http://www.pennsylvaniawatersheds.org/?p=1580 In May, HB 2213 passed the COMMITTEE ON ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to be referred to the full House. This bill would extend the rights of property owners, give municipalities more control over Marcellus development, and give more protection to High Quality and Exceptional Value streams. To ... http://www.pennsylvaniawatersheds.org/?p=1579