Energy
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.
3 hours ago
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.
1 week ago
Listen 1:02There currently are no federal regulations for microplastics in public drinking water, and most water providers don’t monitor for these contaminants.
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:12How Trump’s rollbacks to vehicle mileage rules could impact Philly air quality
The Trump administration said it wants to make cars more affordable.
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:07Pa. 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.
2 weeks ago
Listen 0:51Vicinity Energy steam plant safety conditions spur OSHA complaint
Union alleges company has been slow to address electrocution and asbestos hazards.
3 weeks ago
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.
3 weeks ago
Listen 0:54PGW 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
Listen 0:57Last 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
Listen 51:40Delmarva’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.
4 weeks ago
Listen 2:07Un 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
‘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.
4 weeks ago
Listen 1:05In 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
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
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.
1 month ago
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