Fall Reflected in a Pond Near State College

Our little world, Harrisburg, all but stopped working this week with everyone from Senators, House members, the Governor, even “Meathead” (Rob Reiner), “Rhoda” (Valerie Harper) and Carole King out on the campaign trail in the final run up to election day. Remember, vote early on Tuesday! Then hold on!

Current Voting Session Schedule

House – Nov. 8, 9, 10, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24, 30 Senate – Nov. 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 22, 23

General Assembly adjourns November 30, ending the session.

Contents - On the Hill

· Slow Going on Environmental Issues in Harrisburg

In Other News

· Advanced Technology Helps Existing Electric Motors Cut Energy Use

· PECO Operates Largest Assistance Program to Help Low-Income Families

· ENERGY STAR Helps Heat Homes More Efficiently

· Workshops Help Small Business Owners Reduce Energy Costs

· PSU Puts Focus on Hydrogen Energy

· DOE Spotlights PA Waste Coal Project in Schuylkill County

· Audubon Announces Underwriting for Environmental School Programs

· PA Center for Environmental Education Offers Resources for Everyone

· Dominion Offers $60,000 In Community Impact Awards

· Students Building Environmental Education Center

· Public Meetings on TMDLs Set in Clearfield, Schuylkill Counties

· Over 19,000 Emission Reduction Credits Available in Emissions Registry

· DEP Sets Regional Focus Groups on Draft Stormwater Manual

· Chester Superfund Site Now Being Redeveloped

· Bucks County Corporation Recognized for Reducing Waste

· Fish & Boat Commission: Winter Trout Stockings Start in November

· Fish Commission Photo Contest Entries Due Dec. 31

· Opinion: Flood-warning system threatened - Ask Congress to Fund It

· DEP Seeking Economist to Fill Position

Taking Positive Actions

· “Sustainability through Education” Is Theme of PRC’s Awards Dinner

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America Recycles Day November 15

Learn to Conserve Energy

Energy Star

10/29/2004