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Hosted by Jad Abumrad and Robert Krulwich, Radiolab is a show about curiosity. Where sound illuminates ideas, and the boundaries blur between science, philosophy, and human experience.

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People at a town hall, one person holds a sign reading OUR COMMUNITY, OUR CHOICE
Science

Opposition to data center construction is rising sharply, survey says

Opposition has jumped significantly among both Democrats and Republicans, according to a recent Penn poll.

1 day ago

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the data center in Vineland being constructed
Science

City of Vineland, N.J. issues stop-work order to parts of data center

The city alleges the 300-megawatt facility began installing a liquified natural gas tank, as well as fuel cell units, before receiving the city’s approval.

3 days ago

A line of tanks at a PFAS treatment plant in Stanton, Delaware
Courts & Law

Delaware’s drinking water supplier Veolia files suit against 9 companies for PFAS contamination

The lawsuit alleges nine companies failed to prevent toxic forever chemicals from entering the waterways Veolia relies on to provide drinking water.

3 days ago

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People sit in an auditorium for a Conshohocken Planning Board meeting
Science

Plymouth Township, Conshohocken-area residents shout, boo, as hearing for data center begins

Residents say they’re concerned the new data center will reduce property values and impact their quality of life in the suburban Pennsylvania towns.

1 week ago

the data center in Vineland being constructed
Science

Vineland data center makes case for on-site power generation during 6-hour hearing

Developers for the New Jersey-based center plan to use on-site fuel cells, saying the new plan will not draw power from the grid or increase residential rates.

1 week ago

solar panels
Science

As utility rates continue to rise in Pa., a coalition is pushing for renewables to rein in costs

About 1 in 4 Pennsylvania families report difficulty paying their energy costs. One in 20 are carrying an average of $1,200 in utility debt.

4 weeks ago

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Shown is a Freedom Fuel Network gas station in Dresher, Pa.
Money

The men behind Trump’s $3.47 gas: An NFL coach, a GOP fundraiser and two New Jersey brothers

The White House denied Trump had any personal connection to the venture, but declined to say how the project was developed.

4 weeks ago

Smoke from wildfires in the Canadian province of Ontario left a haze over Philadelphia’s skyline
Science

Residents warned to stay indoors as Canadian wildfire smoke reaches dangerous levels in Philadelphia region

Tiny particulate matter from wildfire smoke can cause respiratory problems.

4 weeks ago

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Matt Meyer looks on
Urban Planning

‘I think we’re being lied to’: Delaware Gov. Meyer offers fierce criticism as Delmarva Power plows ahead with utility rate increases

Public Service Commission members, who approved Delmarva Power’s interim rate request, questioned the scope of its oversight authority.

1 month ago

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People packed a high school auditorium in Bucks County on Tuesday
Community

Amazon to install hundreds of gas-fired generators at Bucks County data center site

Nearby residents opposed the project during a tense public meeting Tuesday.

1 month ago

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Residents are in the audience for the town hall meeting.
Community

Sunoco pipeline leak cleanup in Upper Makefield is ‘moving too slowly,’ residents say

Bucks County residents are raising concerns over noise and safety, as well as impacts on the water supply, as Sunoco works to clean up leaked jet fuel.

1 month ago

Listen 1:06
Mikie Sherrill speaks
Politics & Policy

New Jersey Gov. Sherrill signs data center legislation that aims to protect ratepayers

Sherrill signed a package of legislation this week that aims to prevent data centers and utility companies from passing costs onto ratepayers.

1 month ago

Striking PECO workers picket outside the company headquarters
Community

PECO strike ends as union and utility announce deal

IBEW Local 614 is celebrating a deal that offers pensions to recent hires and boosts health care coverage. Union members will now vote on whether to ratify the contract.

1 month ago

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IBEW representatives speaking at a press conference about the PECO strike.
Community

PECO strike continues as union says company won’t budge

The union says PECO is dragging its heels to wear them out. PECO accuses the union of blocking restoration work.

1 month ago

Striking PECO workers picket outside the company headquarters
Money

PECO workers strike on July Fourth for the first time in the utility’s history

The strike centers mainly on wages and benefits. PECO says it has “comprehensive plans” to maintain service during the strike.

1 month ago

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