Pennsylvania Senators Rosemary Brown and Dave Argall hosted a Senate Majority Policy Committee hearing at Valley View High School that drew over 300 attendees to examine the rapid expansion of data center development across Pennsylvania, particularly in Northeast Pennsylvania where five facilities are proposed in the Valley View School District alone. Source: timesleader.com
Pennsylvania ranks fifth lowest nationwide for construction industry employment, with only 4.9% of state workers employed in construction despite high demand for housing and infrastructure, as the industry faces challenges from rising interest rates, labor shortages, and economic uncertainty. Source: wfmz.com
Analysis examines how the current administration's restrictions on solar energy programs and tax credits could impact Pennsylvania residents' electricity costs and the state's renewable energy development, affecting both residential and commercial building projects. Source: wesa.fm
Energy policy expert Kohlhaas explains the factors driving significant increases in Pennsylvania electricity costs, including infrastructure investments, regulatory changes, and market dynamics that directly impact building operations and construction project economics across the state. Source: buckscountybeacon.com
States across the nation, including Pennsylvania, accelerate renewable energy projects and infrastructure development as federal tax credits face potential elimination, driving a rush to complete wind and solar installations that could impact the construction industry. Source: canarymedia.com
State Representative Wissman argues that Pennsylvania's diverse energy portfolio positions the commonwealth as a national leader, with opportunities to unite stakeholders around energy independence, job creation, and economic development across traditional and renewable sectors. Source: timesleader.com
Northcentral Pennsylvania experiences unprecedented natural gas development driven by artificial intelligence and data center energy demands, creating new economic opportunities while raising questions about infrastructure capacity and environmental impacts. Source: northcentralpa.com
PJM Interconnection's capacity auction results indicate electricity bills will increase for consumers across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware as the regional grid operator addresses infrastructure needs and maintains system reliability amid growing energy demands. Source: whyy.org
Energy policy expert Rowland-Shea argues that coal no longer provides cost-effective energy solutions for America, advocating for renewable alternatives that offer better long-term economic prospects and environmental benefits for Pennsylvania and the nation. Source: triblive.com
Harrisburg's $175 million rabbittransit operations center advances with federal backing, including $25 million from U.S. DOT for the new bus transfer center and maintenance facility on Cameron Street, expected completion by 2029 as part of Governor Shapiro's transit investment initiative. Source: pennlive.com