
Energy
The arrangement is a way to sidestep Pennsylvania regulations that do not allow community solar in the state.
3 days ago
AI and your skyrocketing electric bill
Are you shocked by your electric bill? AI data centers are driving up energy cost and straining our overworked power grid. How can we possibly meet the ever-growing demand?
Air Date: September 24, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:12Pennsylvania leaving regional electricity grid is still on the table, Shapiro says
The governor said PJM Interconnection has “months, not years” to make reforms that will keep costs down for consumers.
1 week ago
PGW spends millions to promote natural gas. Advocates accuse the utility of ‘greenwashing’
Utility records show Philadelphia Gas Works spent $4.2 million on promotions over a 14-month period ending in November 2024.
1 week ago
Listen 6:38The offshore wind farm’s construction plan was approved last year. But the federal government is pulling back on renewable energy projects.
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:05Pennsylvania schools still pursuing solar projects despite federal tax credit rollbacks
None of the schools that received Solar for Schools grants have told the state they’re pulling out due to federal tax credit rollbacks.
4 weeks ago
Listen 1:23Pennsylvania lawmakers grapple with how to handle demand for data centers
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania state lawmakers held a hearing with stakeholders to better understand how the state can prepare and manage the growth of data centers.
4 weeks ago
The tax credits help offset the cost of upgrades such as heat pumps, windows and insulation. They expire at the end of December.
4 weeks ago
A major solar installer in Philly is ceasing most operations amid federal tax credit rollbacks
In a letter obtained by WHYY, PosiGen’s CEO said recent rollbacks to federal tax credits made it harder for the company to secure financing.
1 month ago
Listen 1:27Trump administration deals another blow to offshore wind, plans to kill Delmarva project
The project would provide renewable energy to about 718,000 Maryland homes. Delaware had inked a deal to reap $128 million in benefits.
1 month ago
Listen 1:02Richmond Library in Port Richmond reopens after monthslong closure
The library closed in December after a stalled roof replacement caused leaks and pieces of plaster ceiling to fall to the floor.
1 month ago
Listen 1:13The family-run Audubon Water struggled with PFAS contamination and water main leaks.
1 month ago
Listen 1:15Philly climate activists celebrate a rare win in their battle to reform PGW
A proposed settlement with PGW would lower the utility’s planned rate hikes, and force the natural gas provider to hold public hearings over climate impacts.
1 month ago
Listen 1:19Grid operator PJM is under increasing scrutiny over rising electricity costs. Lawmakers want a clearer look at how the nonprofit operates.
1 month ago
Listen 1:13Electricity bills are going up in the Philly region. Who’s in charge of the grid, anyway?
A little-known organization called PJM Interconnection directs the flow of electricity. Here’s how its actions can impact your bills.
2 months ago