Energy

PECO bills are set to increase around $8 a month starting June 1, as demand for electricity rises.

Grants of up to $500K will support solar installations at public schools and community colleges across Bucks, Chester, Delaware and Philadelphia counties.

Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware are among 13 states serviced by PJM Interconnection. Federal regulators say the growing demand for electricity is “not sustainable.”

The Townsend public school won the statewide competition for the first time, defeating perennial powerhouse Charter School of Wilmington.

Philadelphia Gas Works says inflation has caused it to seek a 13% rate hike. Environmentalists say customers shouldn’t have to pay for the utility’s lack of action on climate.

An Assembly committee has approved an eight-bill package focused on energy affordability. The problem is the PJM grid is not keeping pace with demand.

The program, funded primarily with COVID relief money, provided free air conditioning units and fans the last three summers. It saw overwhelming demand.

The governor’s predecessor worked on enacting the controversial requirement for nearly two years. EV sales continue to grow, though

Coal-fired power plants, long a money-losing proposition in the U.S., are becoming more valuable now.

Walkable streets, energy-efficient buildings and solar energy won part of the redeveloped shipyard “LEED Gold” for neighborhood design.

Local climate activists rallied against Philadelphia Gas Works’ financial support to an industry group lobbying against clean energy.

Heat, air pollution, lead and other toxins can harm pregnant people and babies. Birth workers are raising awareness.

From adapting gardens and slowing down fast fashion to clean alternatives to natural gas, WHYY News profiles some innovative climate solutions in the Philly region.

The American Public Gas Association wants Trump to limit funds for cutting carbon emissions. Philadelphia Gas Works is its largest member.

The “one-stop-shop” program that coordinates home repair, energy efficiency and solar for low-income homeowners could be at risk.