The Pennsylvania Environmental Council protects and restores the natural and built environments through innovation, collaboration, education, and advocacy.

Joined April 2009
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Resurfacing work was recently completed along the Westmoreland Heritage Trail – just in time for summer! PEC was able to help with this work through our new pilot program, T.R.A.I.L.S. Read more: triblive.com/local/regional/… Learn more about T.R.A.I.L.S: pecpa.org/news/advancing-tra…
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We had a great time celebrating the 2026 River of the Year, the Conestoga! 🎉 It was a full day of paddling on the river, learning about inspiring efforts to clean up local waterways, and enjoying the company of our partners. 🚣 Photo credit: @DCNRnews
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Overnight Bikeout is back! 🥳 You heard that right! We are BACK at our favorite Camp Kweebec this fall! 🗓When? Saturday, September 12 – Sunday, September 13 📍Where? Philadelphia to Schwenksville Early bird registration coming soon! 🚴‍♂️ Photo credit: Tim Tiebout
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There’s a lot of important legislation currently being considered in the state’s Senate but one bill, HB2223, is showing promise considering its unanimous approval in the House. Learn more about HB2223 in this installment of Pennsylvania Legacies: pecpa.org/news/pennsylvania-…
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On June 27th, BLJ Community Rowing and @DCNRnews will host an Outdoors for All Day in Philly! From 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. there will be activities to participate in such as rowing, recumbent water biking, cycling, yoga, walking, line dancing, and more.
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Yesterday, we joined partners at the PA Statewide Active Transportation Summit. The Summit served as the launchpad for the Coalition for Active Transportation in PA, which will align voices across the Commonwealth to increase influence and impact on walking and biking issues.
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We had a great day at the South-Central PA Trails Connectivity Summit! 🚲 We received updates from partners about the progress being made to fill gaps identified in PEC’s South-Central PA Trails Connectivity Assessment. Read our Connectivity Assessment: buff.ly/xRzDY7G
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Mowing takes time and energy. It also removes food for pollinators, causing them to disappear. To reduce your footprint, help provide clean water, and welcome birds and beneficial insects, let go of all that grass by converting your lawn to a meadow!
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A dynamic line rating system has shown the ability to increase capacity on transmission lines by 25%. This is just one example of how ATTs can help make our electric grid more efficient and reduce consumer cost. buff.ly/g0w30V2
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The GRID plan identifies voluntary principles for responsible data center development, but there's a limited window of opportunity to pass legislation that would give them the force of law. Why we think GRID is a good start, and what needs to happen next: pecpa.org/news/grid-data-cen…
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Check out the latest episode of PEC’s podcast, Pennsylvania Legacies! In this episode, we talk with Nick Spinelli, Executive Director of the Lake Wallenpaupack Watershed Management District. Tune in to learn about their newly created HAB Lab. pecpa.org/news/pennsylvania-…
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PEC had the honor of hosting David and Lillian Cale at this year’s 2026 Western Pennsylvania Environmental Awards. The Cales were presented with this year’s Conservation Leadership Award for their gift of the Laurel Caverns property to the state. More: buff.ly/2qUEOht
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Philadelphia Gas Works (PGW) is hosting a virtual community engagement meeting on Wednesday, June 3rd at 6:30 pm to discuss their Low Carbon Pathways Project. Register now to provide your input. pgworks.com/community-impact…

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PEC staff recently got together for our annual retreat! Each year, staff members meet up to collaborate on new ideas and explore the natural resources of PA. After a day of brainstorming, we took team building to the trails and explored the Pine Creek Rail Trail!
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Earlier this month, the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail (LHHT) was honored with the Trailblazer Award at PEC’s 2026 Western Pennsylvania Environmental Awards. Learn more about the LHHT and why it was honored at this year's awards ceremony. pecpa.org/news/celebrating-5…
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The General Assembly has been busy with legislation to manage impacts of data center development. Time is running out to address the issue before the legislature adjourns for the summer. Creating guardrails will ensure PA sustainably develops this industry.buff.ly/KHwc5Wj
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Don’t miss out on the first ever NEPA Ecotour! This two-day, 85-mile cycling excursion will take place on June 6th & 7th in northeast PA. Learn more and register! buff.ly/LYxbxDe Interested in sponsoring? Learn more: buff.ly/6JEXjp8
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It’s Native Species Day! Today we're celebrating our state’s native species and the important roles they play. 🌲 🐦‍⬛ For more information, visit pa.gov/agencies/pda/about-pd…
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