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Former NFL star LeSean McCoy and development partners have completed and opened an affordable housing project in uptown Harrisburg. The development provides much-needed affordable housing options in the state capital and represents a significant investment in community development by the former Eagles running back.
Firepoint Energy has completed the acquisition of XcelPlus International (XLPI) and is preparing for a reverse merger. The energy company's strategic acquisition and restructuring moves position it for expanded operations in the renewable energy sector.
The Pennsylvania Solar Center is launching the innovative GET Solar SWPA program to help regional entities in Southwest Pennsylvania reduce electricity bills through solar energy adoption. The program aims to make solar installations more accessible and affordable for local organizations and municipalities.
Pennsylvania lawmakers are debating legislation to create a state board to oversee new energy projects, addressing the ongoing tension between state and local control over renewable energy siting. The proposed bill would establish statewide oversight while requiring developers to inform local officials about project impacts and community benefits. Pennsylvania is currently one of only 12 states without a state agency to review renewable energy project approvals, leading to calls for streamlined permitting processes.
Senator McCormick discusses Pennsylvania's promising energy future in this audio interview, highlighting the state's potential for growth in both traditional and renewable energy sectors. The discussion covers Pennsylvania's strategic position in the national energy landscape and opportunities for job creation in the evolving energy economy. McCormick emphasizes the importance of an all-of-the-above energy approach for Pennsylvania's economic development.
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