Upper Darby Township Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting May 12, 2026

The Upper Darby Township Environmental Advisory Committee met on May 12, 2026, focusing primarily on environmental initiatives and community engagement activities. Key topics included a successful Earth Day celebration with various partners, updates on local pollinator gardens and tree plantings, and discussions about community clean-up efforts. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to a presentation by Dennis Rowan on Community Choice Aggregation (CCA), a proposed program to allow local governments in Pennsylvania to aggregate electricity loads to procure cleaner and more affordable energy for residents and businesses. The presentation covered legislative efforts, potential cost savings, consumer protections, and environmental benefits associated with CCA. The committee discussed next steps for educating township council members and the community about CCA and considered how to integrate local clean energy projects. Other discussions touched on flood mitigation efforts in the region, challenges with gas-powered landscaping equipment, and educational outreach in schools. No specific contract awards, RFPs, or procurement decisions were made during this meeting, but the CCA initiative could lead to future procurement activities related to energy supply and infrastructure.