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Philadelphia’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.

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As Trump administration moves away from solar energy, Philly doubles down with new Abes Run deal

The 20-year contract locks in a fixed price meant to insulate the city from rising costs. But the price is higher than what the city initially sought.

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N.J. Gov. Phil Murphy urges microplastics regulations in tap water. Can water providers meet the challenge?

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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How Trump’s rollbacks to vehicle mileage rules could impact Philly air quality

The Trump administration said it wants to make cars more affordable.

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Pa. households can apply for heating bill assistance after monthlong delay

The state delayed its LIHEAP program as it waited for federal funds held up by the government shutdown. The program opens Wednesday, Dec. 3.

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Vicinity Energy steam plant safety conditions spur OSHA complaint

Union alleges company has been slow to address electrocution and asbestos hazards.

3 weeks ago

Heat pumps can work for both heating and cooling. You can think of a heat pump as an air conditioner that can also work backward.
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A tax credit for home insulation, air conditioners and heat pumps ends soon. Here’s what to know

The Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit saved households in Pa., Del. and N.J. more than $200 million in a recent tax year.

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PGW residential customers will see monthly bills jump by about $6 on average starting in December

The average customer will see a 6.6% rise in costs starting on Monday, Dec. 1. The rate hike will increase PGW’s annual revenue by $62 million.

3 weeks ago

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The great leaf blower debate

Last week, Lower Merion Township passed a ban on gas-powered leaf blowers. Many are happy to wave goodbye to noisy and pollutive equipment. Others have reservations.

Air Date: November 24, 2025 12:00 pm

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Urban Planning

Delmarva’s legal power forces 2 villages to vacate laws banning new electricity towers

The “tree huggers” of Ardentown and Ardencroft wanted Delaware’s dominant utility to reroute a project to replace seven high-voltage towers.

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Little Living espera expandir su iniciativa de vivienda asequible en Delaware al condado de Kent, pero al margen de restricciones de zonificación

Un proyecto de 25 millones de dólares de Little Living transformaría 22,5 acres de terreno en una comunidad alimentada por energía solar para la clase trabajadora del condado.

4 weeks ago

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‘Consequential decision’: PJM electrical grid to decide who pays bill for massive data centers

Delaware and Maryland state lawmakers say ratepayers should not pick up the tab for energy-hungry data centers.

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In rooftop solar, advocates see a ‘missed opportunity’ for clean energy in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania lawmakers have been at an impasse on clean energy legislation for years.

4 weeks ago

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Breaking the Pa. budget impasse hinged on ditching a major climate initiative

The Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative would have put a price on carbon. Opposed by Republicans, it was sacrificed by Democrats to get the budget deal done.

1 month ago

In this Oct. 22, 2019 file photo, pipes lay along a construction site on the Mariner East pipeline in a residential neighborhood in Exton, Pa
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Chester County compressor station could be expanded under plans for revived pipeline project

Williams’ Northeast Supply Enhancement pipeline project would mean 10 miles of pipeline in Lancaster County and an expanded compressor station in Chester County.

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