WHYY News Climate Desk

A mild winter prevented serious beach erosion. But officials worry federal funding cuts could hamper future data collection and monitoring efforts.

With the fate of EPA regulations uncertain, advocates say local environmental protection efforts, like a community air monitoring network, are increasingly important.

An analysis by WHYY News shows the increased traffic could raise Philly’s transportation sector carbon emissions by around 4%.

The county hoped to make fossil fuel companies pay to help it address the impacts of climate change, such as worsening flood risk.

Utilities could also raise rates on other customers to help cover the cost of the lost federal funds.

New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin called it a “historic” settlement, as it’s the largest to date for PFAS and water contamination in the state.

In its annual report, the American Lung Association flunked the city for its levels of ozone and particle pollution. The 2023 wildfires played a role.

The Townsend public school won the statewide competition for the first time, defeating perennial powerhouse Charter School of Wilmington.

Philadelphia Gas Works says inflation has caused it to seek a 13% rate hike. Environmentalists say customers shouldn’t have to pay for the utility’s lack of action on climate.

The program, funded primarily with COVID relief money, provided free air conditioning units and fans the last three summers. It saw overwhelming demand.

The governor’s predecessor worked on enacting the controversial requirement for nearly two years. EV sales continue to grow, though

The data could be clouded by impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, such as an increase in remote work.

Close to a dozen residents of the flood-prone neighborhood met with members of Congress Tuesday.

Walkable streets, energy-efficient buildings and solar energy won part of the redeveloped shipyard “LEED Gold” for neighborhood design.

Local climate activists rallied against Philadelphia Gas Works’ financial support to an industry group lobbying against clean energy.