Energy
Pa. Gov. Shapiro says regulated utility system is ‘broken’
In a letter to the state’s regulated utilities, the governor laid out a new system to rein in corporate profits.
3 days ago
Listen 1:25‘Splintered, rotting’ electric poles: PECO union asks state regulators to investigate
IBEW Local 614, which represents 1,400 workers, filed a petition with the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission seeking an investigation into PECO’s record of repairs.
6 days ago
Listen 1:27Easing the struggle to charge an EV in Philadelphia
Hundreds of curbside and parking lot chargers could be installed over the next few years.
6 days ago
Ask Governor Meyer | WHYY & DPM | 04/30/2026
Delaware Governor Matt Meyer joins us to tackle issues like the long-awaited Port of Wilmington expansion, rising unemployment, and the rollout of legalized marijuana.
Air Date: April 30, 2026 8:00 pm
Listen 50:15The Big Fix: How to power our future
America’s power grid is buckling as energy demand soars. Fuel shocks from the war in Iran are only exacerbating concerns. So how do we keep the lights on?
Air Date: April 27, 2026 12:00 pm
Listen 51:43Gallup polls show American support for nuclear energy has not been this high in more than a decade.
1 week ago
Listen 12:3040 Years after Chernobyl: What caused the disaster — and how it changed nuclear energy
Forty years later, a look back at what caused the Chernobyl disaster, and its continued impact on nuclear safety.
Air Date: April 23, 2026
Listen 49:34N.J. lawmakers look to toss out higher coastal elevation rules
Lawmakers held a hearing Wednesday on a resolution that pits the state Legislature against Gov. Mikie Sherrill over climate-driven flood rules.
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:07PECO announces new leadership following controversial rate hike and stalled union negotiations
David Vahos, PECO president and CEO, will become “special advisor” to parent company Exelon’s CEO.
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:17PECO withdraws its rate hike case after backlash from Pa. governor, lawmakers
PECO made record profits in 2025 after a recent rate hike. Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro had called the new proposal “pure greed.”
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:25Pennsylvania Democratic lawmakers push package of bills aiming to reduce energy costs
The legislation aims to reduce strains on the grid while protecting ratepayers from predatory billing.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:21Wilmington residents encouraged to sign up for community solar initiative
Proponents of community solar energy say the initiative is a solution to rising costs of electricity.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:26PGW’s proposed liquefied natural gas plant in Philadelphia’s Port Richmond neighborhood now in limbo
PGW says it needs to replace an aging liquefier in Port Richmond. Philadelphia Gas Commission staff had recommended not to approve the project.
3 weeks ago
How to save a few dollars on your electricity bill in the Philadelphia region
From switching to LED light bulbs, to turning down your hot water heater, here are a few things you can do to save on your electricity bill.
4 weeks ago
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