Science
Delaware proposes plan to eliminate carbon emissions by 2050
Delaware environmental regulators are calling for increased access to electric vehicles, and the protection of natural resources.
6 months ago
Listen 1:12A dead whale found on the bow of a ship in South Jersey sparks an investigation
The whale was found Sunday on a ship at the Gloucester Marine Terminal, which is at the base of the Walt Whitman Bridge.
6 months ago
Camden’s Adventure Aquarium welcomes baby African penguin, asks public to name him
The latest baby African penguin, known only as 53, joins Oscar and Duffy as the latest additions to the aquarium’s African penguin colony.
6 months ago
Listen 1:10New Jersey is investing $11 million to restore salt marshes, including Scotch Bonnet Island
Rising seas are drowning New Jersey wetlands. A new round of state climate funding aims to make them more resilient.
6 months ago
Concrete is a big contributor to climate change. Penn researchers say they can shrink its footprint
Concrete reabsorbs some of its carbon emissions over time. Alternative ingredients and 3D printing could help supercharge that by making the finished concrete more porous.
6 months ago
Listen 1:12Inside the Dramatic Race to Decode the Human Genome
A look back at the cut-throat competition that led to the historic unveiling of the decoded human genome.
Air Date: December 26, 2025
Listen 49:34Get out the vote: Why the Lower Schuylkill River should win Pa. River of the Year
From its name to its biodiversity, the river offers a range of fun and unique qualities to consider before you vote by Jan. 16.
6 months ago
Grid operator PJM was unable to secure enough promised power to reach its reliability goal during an auction this week.
6 months ago
Listen 0:58Philadelphia’s water department wants to know whether your pipes are lead-free
Cities across the U.S. are required to find lead pipes over the next decade.
6 months ago
Listen 1:04Delaware City Refinery failed to immediately report accurate butane emissions
The refinery has received more than 50 violations over the last decade.
6 months ago
Listen 1:06Road salt remains in Pa., N.J. and Del. waterways months after winter storms, according to new data
Road salt applied during winter storms runs off into the groundwater and emerges in surface water streams months later. Advocates say roads can be made safe with less salt.
6 months ago
Listen 1:19Searching for the Truth — and Finding Unexpected Answers
A look at what happens when searching for the truth is personal - and the answers are not what we expected.
Air Date: December 12, 2025
Listen 49:34Black Girls STEAMing Through Dance offers after-school classes, training for teachers, workshops and seasonal camps throughout Philadelphia.
7 months ago
Listen 2:09Thomas Jefferson University opens $1.8 million market research lab
The lab is funded by alum John Thackrah and allows students access to live data for market research.
7 months ago
There currently are no federal regulations for microplastics in public drinking water, and most water providers don’t monitor for these contaminants.
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