Energy
New Jersey ratepayers will catch a break on electricity prices starting in June
Electricity bills jumped by as much as 20% for New Jersey households last year. This June, some customers’ bills will fall slightly.
6 days ago
Listen 1:15Politicians, energy providers, Big Tech and climate activists are talking about data centers. Here’s what to know.
1 week ago
How much water do data centers use? One in Delaware City could use up to 20 million gallons a year
A proposed data center in New Castle County would use tens of millions of gallons of water every year.
1 week ago
Listen 1:03Why Gov. Shapiro wants to scrutinize electric utility profits
Gov. Josh Shapiro has a plan to scrutinize utility profits. Investor-owned utilities say it's important to invest in infrastructure that keeps the lights on.
1 week ago
Listen 5:35Shapiro’s plan includes heightened scrutiny of utility profits by state regulators and getting rid of “junk fees.”
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:06Proposed Delaware City data center hits major setback from environmental regulators
Environmental regulators in Delaware say the proposed data center, known as Project Washington, would be one of the state’s top polluters.
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:13Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro wants more data centers but they need to bring their own power
Gov. Shapiro said his data center proposal includes greater transparency, community outreach and water conservation.
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:11Philadelphia Auto Show shifts into high gear at Pennsylvania Convention Center
The vehicle showcase returns with test-driving opportunities, one-of-a-kind vehicles and Eagles and Flyers players.
2 weeks ago
N.J. Gov. Sherrill wants to freeze rate hikes. Here’s what that means for your electricity bills
New Jersey customers’ electric bills increased by as much as 20% last summer. They could rise again this year.
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:04Ask Governor Meyer | WHYY & DPM | 01/29/2026
Delaware Governor Matt Meyer joins us for this January edition to address top issues for residents of the first state.
Air Date: January 29, 2026 9:00 pm
Listen 51:16Amid data center boom, Delaware lawmakers want to protect residents from electricity rate hikes
Residents are concerned that a strain on the power grid could mean higher electric bills.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:08Incinerator or landfill? Philly’s trash problem
Philadelphia is considering a bill that would ban the city's waste from going to the Chester incinerator, the largest waste-to-energy incinerator in the country.
Air Date: January 28, 2026 12:00 pm
Listen 51:14New Jersey bans some products with toxic PFAS chemicals. Here’s what to know
People can be exposed to the so-called “forever” chemicals from household products like carpets and cosmetics.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:03New Jersey American Water seeks $10 a month rate increase
The investor-owned utility said a rate increase would help fund major infrastructure projects.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:00Philadelphia region prepares for an expected major winter weather event
The storm could blanket the region with snow and ice and impact transportation services for a day or more.
4 weeks ago













