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Webinars
PennFuture hosts webinars connecting members with leaders on Pennsylvania environmental issues.
Featured Webinars - Watch recent webinars on YouTube
2026
Sustaining Our Communities: The Success of Local Government Sustainability Staff
- See firsthand how dedicated sustainability staff are making a measurable impact in the Lehigh Valley – and how your community can replicate that success. (January 28, 2026)
A Pathway to Energy Affordability for Pennsylvania
Act on Data Centers: How to Protect Your Community Before They Come Knocking
- Learn how to get strong, protective local laws on the books before data centers come knocking at your door.
- PennFuture & Conservation Voters of PA show you how you can engage with decision makers and prepare in advance to proactively protect your community and environment. We’ll also cover a few state-level actions that you can take to help reduce the impacts of data center development in PA. (March 4, 2026)
Environmental Advocacy: From Student Orgs to Professional Change Makers
- Ever wonder what making a change for your community and protecting the environment looks like once you’ve graduated? On April 1, 2026, PennFuture presented a look into the work Northampton Community College’s Climate Action Network (CAN) and how that translates into real community impact. (April 1, 2026)
Intersectionality of Environmental Advocacy and Law in Pennsylvania
- Learn more about PennFuture’s legal and policy work, including how they fit into the federal landscape of environmental protections under the constitution and Pennsylvania’s critical Environmental Rights Amendment. (April 24, 2026)
A Conversation About Data Centers
- Sponsored by Climate Power, we discussed the energy challenges posed by data centers in Pennsylvania and policy and industry solutions that harness clean energy to meet rising energy demand. (June 16, 2026)
2025
Why is My Electricity Bill So High?
- An in-depth webinar on what is causing the surge in electricity prices and what can be done about it. (March 4, 2025)
Why is My Electricity Bill So High? Part 2
- Co-hosted with Conservation Voters of Pennsylvania, this webinar focused on developments with PJM Interconnection and long-term solutions to the energy crisis. (July 31, 2025)
- Only 4% of PA's energy comes from renewables.
- Learn how to make solar and the renewable energy industry thrive in PA. (August 27, 2025)
Courts, Climate and the Commonwealth: Breaking Down the Election Results 2025
- We explore environmental litigation, how courts influence the environment, voter engagement, and local stories. (November 20, 2025)
Uncovering PA Energy & AI Strategy
- Big Tech is promising big economic rewards through AI and data center development, and with the help of Team PA, a group of unelected economic professionals that works closely with state officials, the fracked gas industry is positioning itself to be the sole energy provider.
- Watch this webinar to learn more about Team PA's vision to bring more fracked gas data centers to PA and what this means for us. (December 4, 2025)
2024
Environmental Policy Is Economic Policy: An Intro Into Sustainable Economics
- This webinar explains the basics of sustainable economics, describe the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development, and offer insight into the concrete next steps that this agency can take to secure a cleaner and more economically stable future for all Pennsylvanians. (August 14, 2024)
Public Participation, Public Power
- A closer look at PennFuture's community guidebook to local land use decision-making in Pennsylvania. (May 22, 2024)
2023
- The Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) is one of Pennsylvania’s best chances at reducing our climate pollution. For years there’s been legislation and litigation to get PA to join this critical cap-and-invest program. On Tuesday, December 12, 2023, our policy and legal experts gave an update on where PA stands with RGGI now and answered questions from PennFuture and CVPA members.
Farming for Federal Dollars: How the Farm Bill Supports Pennsylvania Communities
- On July 26, Pennsylvania's Department of Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding and PASA's Lindsey Shapiro joined our environmental partners to discuss what the Farm Bill is and how it impacts Pennsylvania communities and conservation efforts. The event was hosted by PennFuture, Conservation Voters of PA, PennEnvironment, Sierra Club of PA, ReImagine Appalachia, the Coalition for the Delaware Watershed, Clean Water Action, Climate Action Team, and the Choose Clean Water Coalition.
PA Budget Dilemma: Where Bills Stand and What to Expect
- On July 18, PennFuture & Conservation Voters of PA hosted a webinar to unravel what happened to budget negotiations, where the PA Budget stands now, and what to expect in the next weeks and months. The state budget has big implications for clean air, water, and land across Pennsylvania.
2022
PA Budget Briefing 2022: What does our state's budget mean for our environment?
- On July 13, PennFuture, Conservation Voters of PA, We Conserve PA, the Coalition for the Delaware River Watershed, and the Choose Clean Water Coalition held a webinar to debrief our members and supporters about environmental funding included in the recently-passed Pennsylvania state budget.
Growing Greener: Funding Pennsylvania's Largest Conservation Program for the Next Generation
- On May 18, PennFuture, Conservation Voters of PA, Tookany/Tacony-Frankford Watershed Partnership, Scrubgrass Creek Watershed Association, and Wissahickon Trails hosted a webinar designed to inform residents about the popular Growing Greener program. We discussed the program's purpose, showcased a number of Growing Greener projects from throughout the state, and highlighted the opportunity to keep this program funded for years to come.
The Lasting Effects of Hurricane Ida on Our Environment
- This virtual event on Tuesday, May 10 at 7:00 PM detailed the damages that Hurricane Ida had on our environment, the recovery efforts, and how we can help to improve our local infrastructure and resiliency. It featured speakers including State Senator Steve Santarsiero, Bucks County Commissioner Bob Harvie, and Tinicum Township Supervisor Eleanor Breslin, as well as input from local watershed partners.
2021
There’s Money on the (Water) Table: An American Rescue Plan Discussion
- On Dec. 1, PennFuture and partners hosted a webinar with DCNR Secretary Dunn, Marci Mowery from the PA Parks & Forest Foundation, Julie Slavet from the Tookany/Tacony-Frankford Watershed Partnership, and Bobby Hughes from the Eastern PA Coalition for Abandoned Mine Reclamation.
Helping Pennsylvania’s Farmers: The Need for the Agricultural Conservation Assistance Program
- On Nov. 22, PennFuture partnered with the Choose Clean Water Coalition to rally support behind the Agricultural Conservation Assistance Program.
The Lenape: The Original Stewards of the Lenapehoking
- On Nov. 17, PennFuture and Conservation Voters of PA held a webinar with Adam Waterbear DePaul, a member of Tribal Council and Storykeeper of the Lenape Nation of PA.
PennFuture Presents: Pennsylvania Leaders Reflect on COP26
- On Nov. 16, PennFuture held a webinar with officials like U.S. Rep. Brendan Boyle, Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto, Climate Scientist Michael Mann, and National Wildlife Federation's Kim Martinez.
PennFuture and the Ohio River Valley Institute Present: Hydrogen 101
- On Oct. 28, experts from PennFuture and the Ohio River Valley Institute held a webinar designed to educate advocates and residents on the emergence of hydrogen as a fuel in Pennsylvania.
Sen. Casey and PennFuture "REVIVE the CCC Act" Roundtable
- On Sept. 24, PennFuture partnered with Sen. Bob Casey on a roundtable discussion in Philadelphia's Fairmount Park to discuss the Senator's legislation to revive the Depression-era Civilian Conservation Corps. More than 1,500 people viewed the live stream of the event, which featured other prominent elected officials, policymakers and stakeholders in Pennsylvania.
2021 Celebrating Women in Conservation Awards
- On Sept. 9, PennFuture recognized the accomplishments of 11 exceptional women conservationists in Northeastern Pennsylvania, the Poconos and Lehigh Valley during our Seventh Annual “Celebrating Women in Conservation Awards” event.
A Conversation with Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro
- On Sept. 1, Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro joined six leading environmental and conservation organizations for an online forum attended by more than 250 people from across the state.
Climate Solutions Webinar With State Senator Comitta & Rep. Herrin
- On July 29, State Senator Carolyn Comitta and state Representative Dianne Herrin met with more than 100 concerned citizens during a webinar that focused on climate change impacts in Pennsylvania, and the best solutions at our disposal to reverse course.
Lunchtime Chat with Rep Wild: Debriefing President Biden's Joint Address
- On April 29, PennFuture partnered with other leading Pennsylvania environmental organizations to debrief President Joe Biden's Joint Address to Congress. We were honored to be joined by U.S. Rep. Susan Wild, D-7, who offered her views and perspectives on the president's American Jobs Plan, as well as next steps to move the plan along in Congress.
- On April 21, a panel of legislators from across the state joined PennFuture to talk about the challenges facing our drinking water, rivers, and streams -- and the solutions we have to solve them.
PennFuture's Report on the Chesapeake Bay
- On April 8, PennFuture unveiled a new report designed to kickstart Pennsylvania's efforts to save the polluted Chesapeake Bay.
Virtual Meet & Greet with Representative Kim
- On March 3, state Rep. Patty Kim joined PennFuture and our supporters for a virtual Meet and Greet event.
Virtual Meet & Greet with Senators Comitta and Kane
- On Feb. 25, state Senators Carolyn Comitta and John Kane joined PennFuture for a Meet and Greet event.
- On Feb. 23, PennFuture Senior Director of Government Affairs Ezra Thrush provided a briefing for members on what to expect during the upcoming legislative session in Harrisburg.
Fossil Fuel Subsidy Report webinar
- On Feb. 22, PennFuture unveiled a new report designed to show the depths that Pennsylvania goes to subsidize the fossil fuel industry.
Virtual Meet & Greet with Representative Sturla
- On Feb. 17, state Rep. Mike Sturla joined PennFuture for a virtual Meet and Greet webinar.
Virtual Meet & Greet with Senator Collett and Representative Guenst
- On Feb. 4, state Senator Maria Collett and state Rep. Nancy Guenst joined PennFuture for a virtual webinar.
Virtual Meet & Greet with Reps. Schweyer & Schlossberg
- On Jan. 28, PennFuture held a virtual Meet and Greet event with state Reps. Pete Schweyer and Mike Schlossberg.
2020
- On Dec. 3, PennFuture unveiled a new document that identifies the biggest threats to water quality in Pennsylvania's Lake Erie watershed.
- On April 20, the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, PennFuture President and CEO Jacquelyn Bonomo spoke to members about what Earth Day means to her.
- On April 19, PennFuture held a webinar designed to inform supporters how to best volunteer on behalf of the environment.
- On April 17, PennFuture held a webinar to celebrate the end of Clean Water Week in Pennsylvania.
2019
An Introduction to the Trump Administration's "Dirty Water" Rule
- On March 28, PennFuture Attorney Abigail Jones held an information webinar about the so-called "Dirty Water" rule.
