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AASHE - Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education
AASHE is an association of colleges and universities that are working to create a sustainable future. Our mission is to empower higher education to lead the sustainability transformation. We do this by providing resources, professional development, and a network of support to enable institutions of higher education to model and advance sustainability in everything they do, from governance and operations to education and research.
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AICUP - Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Pennsylvania
The AICUP Economic Development Committee is focused on assisting member institutions as they seek to be more involved in economic development in their communities. This assistance comes in the form of sharing information on economic development opportunities, identifying opportunities, and providing resources to member institutions.
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Focus the Nation
Focus the Nation is a national non-profit headquartered Portland, Oregon. We believe in the science of climate change and the opportunity it presents to rebuild American communities and US leadership at the local and international level. We are driven by a fierce commitment to empower young people with the leadership, educational and engagement opportunities that will accelerate our transition to a more just and prosperous clean energy future.
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Green Report Card
GreenReportCard.org is the first website to provide in-depth sustainability profiles for hundreds of colleges in all 50 U.S. States and Canada.
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Infinite Solar - Learn solar PV installation.
Infinite Solar's training facility is designed to be as close to the real conditions as possible and prepare students for real situations they might face on their job.
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LVAIC - Lehigh Valley Association of Independent Colleges
The mission of the Lehigh Valley Association of Independent Colleges (LVAIC) is to make strong institutions stronger. LVAIC is incorporated as a non-profit, charitable organization whose members include Cedar Crest College, DeSales University, Lafayette College, Lehigh University, Moravian College and Muhlenberg College.
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NAICU - National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities
The National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities (NAICU) serves as the unified national voice of independent higher education.
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NEPEC - Northeast Pennsylvania Education Consortium
The Northeast Pennsylvania Education Consortium (NEPEC) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation of five private accredited colleges and universities located in Lackawanna and Luzerne counties, northeast Pennsylvania. Its members include King's College, Marywood University, Misericordia University, The University of Scranton and Wilkes University.
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NJHEPS - New Jersey Higher Education Partnership for Sustainability
The mission of NJHEPS is to transform the higher education community to consistently practice sustainability and to more effectively contribute to the world's emerging understanding of sustainability through teaching, research, outreach, operations, and community life .
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PASSHE - Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education
PASSHE’s mission is to increase the intellectual wealth of the Commonwealth, to prepare students at all levels for personal and professional success in their lives, and to contribute to the economic, social, and cultural development of Pennsylvania’s communities, the Commonwealth, and the nation.
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PCHE - Pittsburgh Council on Higher Education
The Pittsburgh Council on Higher Education (PCHE) is a voluntary, multi-purpose consortium of the ten accredited colleges and universities in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1966, the membership includes Carlow University, Carnegie Mellon University, Chatham University, Community College of Allegheny County, Duquesne University, La Roche College, Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, Point Park University, Robert Morris University, and the University of Pittsburgh.
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PERC - Pennsylvania Environmental Resource Consortium
The Pennsylvania Environmental Resource Consortium is an organization comprised of environmental policy makers and universities and colleges devoted to improving environmental policy and understanding through government and academic cooperation that encourages interdisciplinary analysis and discourse.
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Power Minders
PowerMinders is a network of college students dedicated to helping consumers save energy and protect the environment. Read what's going on to learn more about us!
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Principals for Change
Motivate people to take a stand and be part of the energy crisis solution. Raise awareness for the need of alternative fuels and alternative fuel research and improving daily energy efficiency. Create a Non-Profit Organization that provides grant money to teachers for “Green Projects”.
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Solar College Initiative
The mission of Solar College Initiative (SCI) is to rapidly maximize the adoption of solar energy on every college and university campus by offering highly specialized consulting services to both simplify the process and make it economically feasible.
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SSC - Shared Services University & College Insurance Consortium
The SSC serves as a "collaborative incubator" through which schools can identify, investigate, and implement ways to control costs by working together.
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Government Agencies & Non-Profits
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Community Foundation for the Alleghenies
We work with larger foundations to help support fields of interest, such as the environment and environmentally sustainable business initiatives, throughout all of Western Pennsylvania.
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DSIRE - Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Effciency
DSIRE is a comprehensive source of information on state, local, utility, and federal incentives and policies that promote renewable energy and energy efficiency.
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EPA - United States Environmental Protectin Agency
EPA leads the nation's environmental science, research, education and assessment efforts. The mission of the Environmental Protection Agency is to protect human health and the environment. Since 1970, EPA has been working for a cleaner, healthier environment for the American people.
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L & I - Department of Labor and Industry
L&I promotes economic development and an improved business climate through a variety of initiatives and programs to help Pennsylvania's workforce remain world-class and globally competitive.
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MAREA - Mid-Atlantic Renewable Energy Association
The Mid-Atlantic Renewable Energy Association (MAREA) is a nonprofit organization, dedicated to informing and educating the public on renewable energy production, energy efficiency, and sustainable living through meetings, workshops, educational materials, and energy fairs.
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MSEIA - Mid-Atlantic Solar Energy Industries Association
MSEIA is a solar energy trade and advocacy organization representing New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware. Established in 1997 by solar energy advocates, it is an historic and highly-effective membership organization that consists of solar developers, contractors, manufacturers, architects, engineers, consultants and other industry professionals.
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NYSERDA - New York State Energy Research and Development Authority
NYSERDA’s aim is to help New York meet its energy goals: reducing energy consumption, promoting the use of renewable energy sources, and protecting the environment.
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PA DEP - Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
(DEP) is the state agency largely responsible for administering Pennsylvania's environmental laws and regulations. Its responsibilities include: reducing air pollution; making sure our drinking water is safe; protecting water quality in our rivers and streams; making sure waste is handled properly; supporting community renewal and revitalization; promoting advanced energy technology; and helping citizens prevent pollution and comply with the Commonwealth's environmental regulations. DEP is committed to general environmental education and encouraging effective public involvement in setting environmental policy.
DEP Links
Mission Statement
Priority Statement
Functional Statements
Office of the Secretary
Office of Executive Deputy Secretary
Office of Administration
Office of Chief Counsel
Office of Communications
Office of Community Revitalization and Local Government Support
Office of Energy and Technology Deployment
Office of Environmental Advocate
Office of Field Operations
Legislative Office
Office of Mineral Resources Management
Office of Waste, Air, and Radiation Management
Office of Water Management
John Hanger, Secretary - DEP
DEP Secretary Remarks, Testimonies and Letters
Executive Staff
Organization Chart
DEP Office Locations
Driving Directions
(DEP) is the state agency largely responsible for administering Pennsylvania's environmental laws and regulations. Its responsibilities include: reducing air pollution; making sure our drinking water is safe; protecting water quality in our rivers and streams; making sure waste is handled properly; supporting community renewal and revitalization; promoting advanced energy technology; and helping citizens prevent pollution and comply with the Commonwealth's environmental regulations. DEP is committed to general environmental education and encouraging effective public involvement in setting environmental policy.
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PennFuture
PennFuture works to create a just future where nature, communities and the economy thrive. We enforce environmental laws and advocate for the transformation of public policy, public opinion and the marketplace to restore and protect the environment and safeguard public health. PennFuture advances effective solutions for the problems of pollution, sprawl and global warming; mobilizes citizens; crafts compelling communications; and provides excellent legal services and policy analysis.
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PUC - Pennsylvania Public Utility Commision
The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission balances the needs of consumers and utilities to ensure safe and reliable utility service at reasonable rates; protect the public interest; educate consumers to make independent and informed utility choices; further economic development; and foster new technologies and competitive markets in an environmentally sound manner.
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SDF - TRF's Sustainable Development Fund
TRF’s Sustainable Development Fund (SDF) offers innovative financing in the areas of renewable and clean energy. Created by the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission in its final order in the PECO Energy electric utility restructuring proceeding, SDF is helping to make a sustainable energy future for Southeastern Pennsylvania.
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SEDA-COG - Council of Governments
SEDA-Council of Governments (SEDA-COG) is a regional multi-county development agency which, under the guidance of a public policy board, provides leadership, expertise and services to communities, businesses, institutions and residents. Seeks to enhance growth opportunities in an environmentally sensitive manner while retaining the region's predominantly rural character
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WPPSEF - West Penn Power Sustainable Energy Fund
Invests in the deployment of clean energy technologies throughout the West Penn Power service region in Pennsylvania. Investments are made to:
Promote the use of renewable and clean energy;
Promote energy conservation and energy efficiency; and
Promote the attraction, establishment, and retention of sustainable energy businesses.
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