Dana Bate
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The Delaware River’s invisible threats
Hidden beneath what looks, and smells, like much cleaner water are potential new dangers like plastics, pharmaceuticals and the impacts of climate change.
6 years ago
Listen 7:25Timeline: The Delaware River and the Clean Water Act
Reviving the Delaware River took decades and came about through a combination of social need, public outcry, and political will. Here, we look at the river's history.
6 years ago
Changes in water regulations under the Trump Administration
Since taking office, President Donald Trump has made environmental deregulation a priority.
6 years ago
Last year was the second rainiest on record in Philadelphia, with a total 61.6 inches over the year.
6 years ago
19 N.J. cities banned plastic bags in 2018. Philly could join them in 2019.
Nineteen municipalities in New Jersey banned plastic bags in 2018. In 2019, Philadelphia is looking to regulate them as well.
6 years ago
The doctor will see you now — and you, and you, and you
Group appointments of six to 10 patients are becoming more popular for certain chronic conditions in Philadelphia area. People benefit from sharing their common experiences.
6 years ago
Forum on PFAS blood test results leaves Bucks, Montco residents with few answers
Bucks and Montgomery County residents with elevated levels of PFAS met with state officials, but came away with more questions about the possible health effects.
6 years ago
CHOP and Philly launch home repair program to prevent asthma
Many asthma triggers like mold and cockroaches stem from poor living conditions, so CHOP and the Philadelphia Housing Development Corp. are working together to upgrade homes.
6 years ago
Trump administration rolls back Obama-era water protections
Farmers and developers are saluting the proposed rollback of regulations.
6 years ago
Philly affirms commitment to slashing emissions as study shows global increase
Philadelphia officials say they are committed to a goal of reducing emissions by 80 percent by 2050.
6 years ago
Listen 1:15PGW plan for liquified natural gas facility in Southwest Philadelphia clears hurdle
The new facility, Passyunk Energy Center LLC, would be a public-private partnership between city-owned PGW and Liberty Energy Trust, based in Conshohocken.
6 years ago
Listen 1:06Take two aspirin and a bunch of Swiss chard: Hospital farm aims to promote patient wellness
Lankenau's Wellness Farm yields thousands of pounds of produce for distribution to patients at no charge.
6 years ago
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