Science
Stories of the science that shapes our world and news on the environment and energy policy in Pennsylvania
The oldest institution of natural history in America will close its museum at the end of this month. Here is how the community is reacting.
4 days ago
Vineland data center accused of operating natural gas generators without permit
The 300-megawatt AI data center is being developed by DataOne for the Nebius Group.
1 week ago
Listen 1:11Why we seek out the wilderness — and what “wilderness” really means in a world defined by human intervention.
Air Date: August 28, 2026
Listen 49:24New proposed rules governing federal grant funding would make it easier to cancel research that has been funded and require grants to align with a president's priorities.
2 weeks ago
Listen 3:47Researchers find microplastics in insects from Schuylkill River watershed
The researchers found that microplastics were as prevalent in forested parts of the watershed as they were in urban areas.
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:21What’s Really Going On Inside Animals’ Heads?
We explore the inner lives of animals, from empathy in baboons to pain in lobsters and odd-couple friendships.
Air Date: August 21, 2026
Listen 49:34Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro signs wide-ranging executive order reining in data center development
While stopping short of issuing a moratorium on new data centers, Shapiro’s executive order accuses developers of “predatory” behavior against local communities.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:20Vineland planning board approves 2nd phase of 300-megawatt data center plan
The plan would make way for the construction of a liquefied natural gas tank and fuel cell units.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:13A futuristic, hybrid-electric aircraft took flight at a test demo in Philadelphia
As a next-generation aircraft is tested at the Tioga Marine Terminal in Port Richmond, entrepreneurs and elected officials hope to reap economic benefits.
3 weeks ago
Listen 2:19With creativity and play, Thomas Jefferson STEM camp nurtures the next generation of engineers
America is facing a deficit of STEM professionals. A Philly-based program aimed at middle school kids is trying to turn things around.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:50Upper Merion board denies hyperscale data center campus near King of Prussia
Residents have pushed back against the data center campus, voicing concern about noise, pollution and impacts on property values.
3 weeks ago
Opposition to data center construction is rising sharply, survey says
Opposition has jumped significantly among both Democrats and Republicans, according to a recent Penn poll.
3 weeks ago
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