Pennsylvania Senate candidates face tough questions on climate and energy

Pennsylvania’s Senate candidates, Bob Casey and Dave McCormick, will debate on Oct. 3, with key questions expected on climate change, energy and fracking.

Kiley Bense reports for Inside Climate News.

In short:

• Bob Casey supports regulated fracking but faces scrutiny from environmentalists who argue fracking is unsafe.
• Dave McCormick calls for increased fossil fuel production despite acknowledging climate change, raising concerns about global warming.
• Both candidates are likely to address the future of Pennsylvania’s role in the clean energy economy during the debate.

Why this matters:

Pennsylvania is a battleground for energy policy, with large fracking operations and growing pressure to transition to clean energy. The debate will spotlight how the candidates plan to balance economic growth with urgent climate goals.

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