Science
Stories of the science that shapes our world and news on the environment and energy policy in Pennsylvania
Your phone is listening. Do you care?
Has data harvesting by companies like X, Meta, Google and Apple gone too far? From Siri to Smart TVs, we get the latest on big tech and privacy with Penn expert Joseph Turow.
Air Date: January 22, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:28How AI and machine learning led to ‘mind blowing’ progress in understanding animal communication
Computer models helped decode whale communication. But some scientists say there are barriers that cannot be overcome.
1 week ago
Listen 12:23Philly area MACH2 hydrogen ‘hub’ gets greenlight from Biden administration
It’s one of seven hubs across the country that the Department of Energy originally announced in 2023, which will receive a combined $7B from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
2 weeks ago
We explore efforts to communicate with other species, from plants and animals to extraterrestrial life.
Air Date: January 17, 2025
Listen 52:09Climate Fixers: One Philly designer knits nature and fashion for sustainability
NOOR by Grant Blvd, a Philly-based fashion house, uses only natural, plant-based fibers like Tencel and linen, or wool. None of the materials are sourced from fossil fuels.
2 weeks ago
‘Small steps are truly worth it’: Philly-area residents discuss climate solutions at WHYY event
Entrepreneurs and activists attended a WHYY News Climate Desk event to discuss climate action and screen short climate films.
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:04New Jersey to stockpile abortion pills ahead of Trump’s return to office
Gov. Phil Murphy said during his State of the State address that New Jersey will stockpile mifepristone “so every woman can access this crucial form of reproductive care.”
2 weeks ago
What It Takes To Build The Future
From new technologies to our fight against climate change, we look at what it takes to create the future.
Air Date: January 10, 2025
Listen 49:07Climate change attorneys say a Pa. statute could be used to prosecute fossil fuel companies
A new law journal article argues climate polluters could be criminally charged in Pennsylvania. But some say it’s a risky long shot for prosecutors.
3 weeks ago
Listen 2:01New Jersey removes bald eagles from endangered species list as populations soar
The state was able to delist the species because their reproductive rate over multiple years reached sustainable levels.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:12Delaware inks deal with US Wind worth $128 million
US Wind plans two offshore wind projects off the coast of Delmarva. The projects require running cables beneath Delaware waters, wetlands and state park land.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:04Delaware’s $17.4 million investment expands high-speed internet to over 5,600 underserved homes and businesses, aiming for statewide universal access by 2025.
4 weeks ago
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