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Weekly PA Environment Digest Newsletter
October 10, 2005
(10/7/2005)
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* Try Composting Leaves and Yard Waste This Fall
Raking leaves and trimming back trees and plants for the winter is a familiar Fall ritual. Instead of burning yard waste or putting it out for the trash, why not compost?
* Mercer County Brownfield Site Turned Into Community Asset
Thomas Construction Inc. has turned a former brownfield site in the Grove City, Mercer County, area, into a location for new jobs and new investment with the help of the state’s Hazardous Sites Cleanup Program.
* Grants OK’d for Business Site Redevelopment Projects
The Commonwealth Financing Authority approved grants to two projects that will promote the redevelopment of business sites in Centre and Mercer counties.
* New EPA Region 3 Land Revitalization Update Newsletter Now Available
The Fall edition of EPA Region 3's Land Revitalization Update quarterly newsletter is now available.
* Booklet Outlines Forest -Friendly Development Techniques
Forest friendly” development techniques can provide a way to manage growth while protecting an important natural resource.
* State Forest Again Certified as “Well Managed” Using Sustainable Techniques
For the eighth consecutive year, a team of independent scientists have reviewed the management of Pennsylvania’s State Forests and found them “well managed” using sustainable forestry techniques.
* Game Commission Approves Acquisition of More Than 1,360 Acres
The Board of the Pennsylvania Game Commission this week approved three proposals that will increase the State Game Lands system by more than 1,360 acres.
* Smart and Sustainable Campuses Conference Set for November 3-4
A Smart and Sustainable Campuses Conference is scheduled November 3-4 at the University of Maryland, College Park, Md.to bring together university and college leaders in the areas of campus planning and development, finance and business, facilities management, environmental health and safety, procurement as well as decision-making.
* Build It Green, Keep It Green Program on Building Management
The International Facility Management Association and Green Building Alliance are sponsoring a breakfast program October 19 green management techniques for green buildings in Pittsburgh.
* Energy Star Change a Light, Change the World Campaign Kick-Off
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Department of Energy Secretary this week kicked off the annual "Energy Star Change a Light, Change the World Campaign" and urged Americans to change a light in their home to a more energy-efficient one as an important step to save energy and protect our environment.
* Great Lakes Watershed Restoration Grant Applications Due
Applications are now being accepted for projects under the Great Lakes Watershed Restoration Program of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service through November 18.
* Water Resources Association Conference to Focus on Planning, Management
The Pennsylvania Section of the American Water Resources Association will hold its annual conference on October 21 at Iacocca Hall in the Mountain Top Campus of Lehigh University, located in Bethlehem.
* First Meeting of Mercury Rule Workgroup Set for October 14
The Department of Environmental Protection published notice of the first meeting of a new Mercury Rule Workgroup that is charged with helping to develop a Pennsylvania-specific regulation to set limits on mercury emissions from coal-fired power plants.
* Motorists Expected to Save $57 Million Over 5 Years on Emissions Inspections
Pennsylvania taxpayers should save $57 million under the terms of a new emissions-testing contract announced this week by Gov. Rendell.
* 2006 Environmental Education Grant Applications Due December 17
The Department of Environmental Protection announced this week they are accepting applications for the 2006 Environmental Education Grants Program through December 17.
* PA Center for Environmental Education October Newsletter Now Online
The October EE Connections newsletter from the Pennsylvania Center for Environmental Education is now available online. Here’s a quick rundown of the contents—
* Nominations Due October 31 for President’s Environmental Youth Award
Each year the President’s Environmental Youth Award recognizes young people across America for projects which demonstrate their commitment to the environment. This year applications are due October 31.
* Rachel Carson Forums to Feature Energy, Water Quality Credit Trading Issues
The next two Rachel Carson Forum programs will feature a discussion of renewable energy options and water quality credit trading programs.
* EnviroFest at the Black Bear Film Festival October 14-16 in Milford
The EnviroFest at the Black Bear Film Festival in Milford, Pike County will be held October 14 - 16 this year and features a variety of independent films dealing with environmental restoration and protection.
* HELP WANTED – Earth Force Program Specialist Pittsburgh
The Lake Erie-Allegheny Earth Force is seeking a Program Specialist to be responsible for all educational programs through the group’s Pittsburgh office.
* Feature - Gov. Rendell Honors Six Pennsylvania Environmental Leaders
Gov. Rendell honored six Pennsylvania environmental leaders during an environmental state dinner at the Governor’s residence this week. Each honoree received a “Lighting the Way” gift to symbolize the inspirational guiding lights they have been to others.
* Feature - Abandoned Mine Drainage Treatment Facility Dedicated in Findlay Township
The first of several abandoned mine drainage remediation facilities to be established under the sponsorship of the Montour Run Watershed Association in western Allegheny County was dedicated on September 30.
* Feature - Out of Sight, Out of Mind?
As today's youth grow increasingly out of touch with the outdoors, programs strive to introduce the Chesapeake Bay to its future stewards
* Opinion
Energy Conservation Vital to our Environment, Economy and National Security by DEP Secretary Kathleen A. McGinty
* Quick Clips
NewsClips on environmental topics from around Pennsylvania
* Watershed NewsClips
A sampling of NewsClips on watershed issues from around the state
* Regulations
The Department of Environmental Protection published a notice outlining how it plans to proceed with developing a regulation to limit mercury emissions from coal burning power plants.
* Technical Guidance & Permits
The Department of Environmental Protection published final guidance on protection of surface waters from underground bituminous coal mining and drinking water and wastewater project priority lists for funding through PennVEST.
* Calendar of Events
Upcoming conferences, meetings, workshops, plus links to other online calendars. Go To: PA Environment Digest Calendar Page
* Stories Invited
Send your stories about environmental issues, programs and positive actions to PA Environment Digest - DHess@crisciassociates.com or go to www.PaEnvironmentDigest.com .

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