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Conservation Voters of PA @conservationpa.bsky.social · 17h

Woohoo! Who's with her? https://www.pennlive.com/opinion/2025/10/i-am-voting-yes-to-retain-pennsylvanias-supreme-court-justices-and-no-to-dark-money-lies-pennlive-letters.html

#ProtectPACourts #PAVotes #PAPolitics #Pennsylvania

I am voting yes to retain Pennsylvania’s supreme court justices and no to dark money lies | PennLive letters

Dark-money interests are trying to steal our courts.

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Conservation Voters of PA @conservationpa.bsky.social · 17h

Fracking is polluting drinking water in #Pennsylvania towns like Freeport Township, which declared a disaster emergency and is losing residents over its water issues https://insideclimatenews.org/news/07102025/pennsylvania-town-water-contaminated-by-fracking/

Scientists Find Evidence that a Pennsylvania Town's Water Was Contaminated by Fracking - Inside Climate News

Three years after noticing discoloration and odors in their wells, residents in New Freeport are still fighting for clean water.

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Conservation Voters of PA @conservationpa.bsky.social · 1d

This Nov. 4, PA voters decide if 3 PA Supreme Court justices keep their seats. The court rules on everything from environmental justice to voting rights.

✅ Vote YES to retain all justices to keep our courts fair, independent, and on the side of the people.
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🗳️ This November: 3 PA Supreme Court justices are up for retention. ⚖️ They’ve ruled fairly on voting rights, fair maps, and environmental justice. ✅ Vote YES to retain all justices to keep our courts...

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Conservation Voters of PA @conservationpa.bsky.social · 1d

On #WorldMentalHealthDay, we're partnering with Physicians for Social Responsibility Pennsylvania to recognize the toll that #ClimateAnxiety takes on all of us, especially young people. We all have a responsibility to take action to address #ClimateChange.
#Pennsylvania #EnvironmentalJustice

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Conservation Voters of PA @conservationpa.bsky.social · 2d

Our 2025-2026 policy agenda is here! 📃 www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8ADUnFr/

Pennsylvania faces urgent environmental challenges — and CVPA and @pennfuture.bsky.social are leading the way.
⚡ Clean energy ✅
💧 Healthy air, water & land ✅
🗳 Fair & accessible voting ✅

Visit conservationpa.org/agenda to read it!

Our 2025-2026 policy agenda is here! 📃 Visit conservationpa.org/agenda to read it! Pennsylvania faces urgent environmental challenges — and CVPA and @PennFuture are leading the way. ⚡ Clean energy ✅ ...

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Conservation Voters of PA @conservationpa.bsky.social · 2d

Together, these policies build a stronger, fairer, cleaner Pennsylvania.

We’re fighting for a future where energy is clean, air & water are safe, and democracy works for everyone with. 🌎

Learn more: action.conservationpa.org/a/policy-age...

Do you support our 2025-2026 policy agenda?

Your feedback will help guide our efforts to protect Pennsylvania’s environment and democracy.

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Conservation Voters of PA @conservationpa.bsky.social · 2d

And we know democracy drives climate action.

Pennsylvania ranked just 32nd in voting access as of 2022. HB 1396 would expand early voting & same-day registration — making it easier for every Pennsylvanian to have a say.

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Conservation Voters of PA @conservationpa.bsky.social · 2d

Protecting air, water, and land means:

Stronger protections for EJ communities (HB 109)
Green space buffers along rivers (HB 673)
Lead-free school drinking fountains by 2026 (HB 759)
PFAS foam ban & safer firefighter gear (HB 1261)

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Conservation Voters of PA @conservationpa.bsky.social · 2d

And more:

Transparency from PJM, our grid operator (HB 782)
Help for low-income families to repair homes & save energy (SB 876)
Solar on new warehouses + retrofits for existing ones (HB 1260)
Public transit funding to reduce pollution (HB 1364)
Clean energy jobs & training for veterans (HB 894)

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Conservation Voters of PA @conservationpa.bsky.social · 2d

On clean energy, we’re pushing for:

35% renewable energy by 2035 (HB 501)
Faster approvals for clean energy projects (HB 502)
A PA-specific program to cut carbon pollution (HB 503)
Shared community energy programs (HB 504)
Stronger efficiency standards (HB 505)

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Conservation Voters of PA @conservationpa.bsky.social · 2d

Our agenda is built around 3 big priorities:
⚡ Build PA’s clean energy economy
💧 Ensure clean air, water, & land for all
🗳️ Protect democracy so every community has a voice

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Conservation Voters of PA @conservationpa.bsky.social · 2d

Pennsylvania is falling behind on clean energy — and it’s costing us.

Only 4% of our energy comes from renewables. Families are paying higher bills while pollution rises.

That’s why Conservation Voters of PA and @pennfuture.bsky.social have a bold agenda for 2025–26. 🧵

Do you support our 2025-2026 policy agenda?

Your feedback will help guide our efforts to protect Pennsylvania’s environment and democracy.

action.conservationpa.org

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Conservation Voters of PA @conservationpa.bsky.social · 3d

Creating a #ClimateActionPlan will help #Allentown cut pollution, protect their natural spaces, and make sure new development is built to last in a changing climate. https://www.lehighvalleynews.com/allentown/allentown-city-council-approves-200k-contract-to-develop-climate-action-plan

Allentown City Council approves $200K contract to develop climate action plan

City Council on Wednesday unanimously approved a $200,000 contract for Bethlehem-based WSP USA Inc. to help officials develop a comprehensive strategy to meet climate-related goals.

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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 3d

Today is #LatinaEqualPayDay, the day that Latina pay *finally* catches up to what White, non-Hispanic men made last year alone. That’s injustice—plain and simple.

America’s unions are fighting to end the wage gap for good, and a union contract is how we level the playing field.

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Conservation Voters of PA @conservationpa.bsky.social · 4d

Folks in Easton communities facing some of the worst pollution can get a free tree! More trees mean cooler temps, cleaner air, and less flooding. https://www.lehighvalleynews.com/environment-science/a-meaningful-difference-easton-to-give-away-200-trees-to-residents-in-disadvantaged-neighborhoods

‘A meaningful difference’: Easton to give away 200 trees to residents in disadvantaged neighborhoods

Property-owning residents in Environmental Justice Areas are eligible for one free tree. The giveaway is scheduled for 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 11, at the city’s Recycling Drop-off Center.

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Conservation Voters of PA @conservationpa.bsky.social · 4d

Big win! Styropek has to pay $2.6 million for polluting, redesign their stormwater system & install new tech to prevent future plastic pollution. https://environmentamerica.org/pennsylvania/media-center/pennenvironment-three-rivers-waterkeeper-settle-plastic-pollution-lawsuit-against-styropek-usa/

PennEnvironment, Three Rivers Waterkeeper settle plastic pollution lawsuit against Styropek USA

Settlement between PennEnvironment, Three Rivers Waterkeeper & Styropek. Suit alleged Styropek violated Clean Water Act at plastic manufacturing facility

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Conservation Voters of PA @conservationpa.bsky.social · 5d

If the PA Supreme Court Justices lose retention, their seats go vacant, & the court could be stuck 2–2 until 2027. That means no clear rulings on voting or election laws through the next midterms.

https://apnews.com/article/pennsylvania-supreme-court-election-2025-afd2cd3a8b3c3e8afaf8d6185720eed5

State supreme court battles move to Pennsylvania, where 3 Democratic justices hope to keep seats

Republicans and Democrats have begun pouring money into an election this November for the Pennsylvania Supreme Court.

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Conservation Voters of PA @conservationpa.bsky.social · 5d

PA has gone 4 months without a state budget — the only state still without one. Schools, counties & services are being forced to cut back or shut down. Tell your state senator: pass a budget that lowers costs, protects health & invests in clean energy jobs: action.conservationpa.org/a/budget-202...

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Conservation Voters of PA @conservationpa.bsky.social · 5d

Govenor Shapiro has been elected Chair to the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Governors & Premiers! Together, we can continue to restore the clean, fresh water of the Great Lakes. https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/pennsylvania-budget-remains-incomplete-week-123000892.html
#GreatLakes #GreatLakesState

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Conservation Voters of PA @conservationpa.bsky.social · 6d

Pennsylvania has entered its 4th month without a state budget. We need action! Tell your state senator to pass a #PBBudget now that lowers costs, protects health, and invests in clean energy jobs.

https://action.conservationpa.org/a/budget-2025?ms=BSKY

Tell the State Senate: Pass a State Budget

Tell your state senator: pass a state budget now that lowers costs, protects health, and invests in clean energy jobs.

action.conservationpa.org

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Conservation Voters of PA @conservationpa.bsky.social · 7d

Pennsylvania Supreme Court justices decide if we have a right to clean air and water, medical care, and even collective bargaining. Check out our website that we created with earthjusticeaction.bsky.social to learn more.

https://www.pasupremecourt.com/

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Conservation Voters of PA @conservationpa.bsky.social · 7d

Election Day is one month away on November 4, but don't wait - you can vote early! Check out where you can vote early in-person or return your mail-in ballot.

https://vote.pa/find/?org=cvpa #VotePA

Find Where to Vote - VOTE.pa

Find where to drop off your mail ballot, vote early on demand, or vote at a polling place in the next election. Options change based on county availability.

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Conservation Voters of PA @conservationpa.bsky.social · 8d

This isn't about saving us money or creating jobs or making sure everyone has heat this winter that they can afford. This is about punishing political opponents even though people will get hurt. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/10/02/climate/doe-clean-energy-programs-shutdown.html

Energy Dept. Cancels $7.5 Billion for Hundreds of Projects, Mostly in Blue States

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Conservation Voters of PA @conservationpa.bsky.social · 8d

This is just so important. PA voters are getting lies in their mailboxes paid for by billionaires who want to overthrow Supreme Court justices. https://www.inquirer.com/politics/election/supreme-court-race-pennsylvania-misleading-mailer-jeffery-yass-pac-20250928.html #VotePA #PACourtsMatter

A ‘brazen’ Jeffrey Yass-backed mailer suggests the Pa. Supreme Court created the congressional map it actually threw out

“It’s probably the most shameless political ad I’ve ever seen,” said Pennsylvania Supreme Court Justice David Wecht in a rare interview.

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Conservation Voters of PA @conservationpa.bsky.social · 9d

Last month, our team got together in #Philadelphia for #teambuilding ahead of our 14th Annual #GreenGala! We gathered at the William Way Center for some work time, and then we explored the Philly Magic Gardens — thank you to both for hosting us! www.tiktok.com/t/ZTMMapJ6R/

Last month, our team got together in #Philadelphia for #teambuilding ahead of our 14th Annual #GreenGala! We gathered at the William Way Center for some work time, and then explored @Philadelphia’s Ma...

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