PSE in the Media
Providing scientific perspective on energy-related issues is built into PSE’s mission. “PSE in the Media” features a selection of media coverage on our research and expert commentary. For media relations assistance, go to the Press Room.
PSE in the Media September 7, 2021
Climate Activists Condemn $170M in Public Bonds for Gas Plant
A recent study by the nonprofit research group Physicians, Scientists and Engineers for Healthy Energy suggests that peaker plants in Massachusetts are good targets for replacement with solar power and batteries.
PSE in the Media August 24, 2021
Flighting climate change for low-income communities in Southern Nevada
The study, done by Physicians, Scientists, and Engineers for Healthy Energy, highlights that reducing greenhouse gas emissions isn’t enough. Efforts also need to focus on decarbonization - an economy built with low-carbon power sources.
PSE in the Media August 22, 2021
Nevada groups focus on climate impact on diverse communities
Several organizations in Nevada led by women of color have banded together to shed light on the ways the state’s low-income and diverse communities are disproportionately impacted by climate change and pollution.
PSE in the Media August 18, 2021
Women of color lead fight to bring climate justice to low-income Las Vegans
In Las Vegas, several local organizations that focus on climate justice are driven by the people the issues affect. In particular, women of color like Washington have taken a stance in defending the communities they are a part of.
PSE in the Media August 5, 2021
How to cut carbon emissions while advancing environmental justice in the US West
New reports warn of potential disconnects between climate policy and energy equity — and lay out a path to the policy sweet spot.
PSE in the Media July 7, 2021
Berkeley Lab’s black carbon sensors enable air quality monitoring to understand the impacts of diesel trucks in Richmond, California
Berkeley Lab scientists are teaming with Oakland-based nonprofit Physicians, Scientists and Engineers (PSE) for Healthy Energy to install sensors that will give residents data to understand air pollution sources and patterns.
PSE in the Media June 2, 2021
Could batteries replace a proposed peaker plant in Massachusetts?
As a municipal power supplier pauses plans to build a natural gas peaker plant, advocates are urging its backers to consider battery storage instead, but questions remain about whether it’s practical for the site.
PSE in the Media May 11, 2021
Proposed Natural Gas Plant In Peabody On Hold, For Now
The Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company (MMWEC) paused plans to build a natural gas power plant in Peabody to address concerns raised by local residents and advocacy groups.
PSE in the Media May 3, 2021
Law meant to push drilling further from houses had little impact, study finds
Despite a 2012 Pennsylvania law creating a 500-foot setback from houses and other structures for new oil and gas wells, companies have drilled hundreds of wells within that 500-foot distance, a new study found.
PSE in the Media May 3, 2021
Loopholes undermine fracking setback rules — study
A Pennsylvania law designed to protect the public against harmful effects of hydraulic fracturing is not working as intended and is riddled with loopholes, according to new research.
PSE in the Media April 29, 2021
Harvard study says tighter oil, gas rules that allow exemptions make little difference
Study reviews Pennsylvania law; officials say new Colorado rules differ from the Keystone State’s law.
PSE in the Media April 19, 2021
The Promising Future Of Battery Storage On The U.S. Grid
Battery storage is becoming a more viable tool for meeting peaks in energy demand — and it could do it in a greener, healthier way than fossil plants.