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Energy

Trainer Moises Morales (left) and Eric Coleman (right) on a model rooftop. (Sophia Schmidt/WHYY)
Community

‘You’re part of a movement’: This solar industry training program focuses on justice-involved Philadelphians

The program, geared toward people impacted by the justice system, teaches solar panel installation and electric work. It pays $15 an hour.

2 years ago

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Water flooding Kelly Drive
Weather

PECO preparing for round two of power outages

The utility has restored power for all but about 2,000 customers from Tuesday’s storms. Extra crews remain active in case of a repeat tonight.

2 years ago

A coal-fired facility silhouetted against the setting sun
NPR
Science

U.S. cut climate pollution in 2023, but not fast enough to limit global warming

Climate-warming greenhouse gasses in the U.S. declined 1.9% last year, but that's only a third of what's needed to meet Paris climate change goals.

2 years ago

A Block Island Wind Farm turbine operates
Science

Amidst market challenges for offshore wind, Delaware recommends flexibility for future state projects

Delaware report encourages the state to approach offshore wind with “flexibility” in an uncertain market.

2 years ago

Philadelphia City Hall.
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Urban Planning

‘Hefty savings’: Philadelphia plans energy efficiency upgrades for city buildings

City Hall, the criminal justice center, and several homeless shelters could get HVAC upgrades, LED lighting, or solar panels.

2 years ago

An aerial view of the 80 MW solar field in Adams County.
Science

Philadelphia will power up to 25% of its buildings with solar energy from Adams County array by early 2024

Philadelphia takes steps toward renewable energy goals with a solar farm in Adams County.

2 years ago

Listen 1:05
A Block Island Wind Farm turbine operates
Politics & Policy

Contrary to politicians’ claims, offshore wind farms don’t kill whales. Here’s what to know

Scientists say there is no credible evidence linking offshore wind farms to whale deaths. That hasn’t stopped conservative groups and others from making the connection.

2 years ago

haze at the George Washington Bridge from Fort Lee, N.J.
Science

Orange skies, flash floods, and offshore wind drama: Here are WHYY News’ top climate stories of 2023

Climate change took a big toll on the Philly region this year, featuring everything from wildfire smoke to serious flash floods. And yet, climate solutions abound.

2 years ago

This Feb. 13, 2012, file photo shows a Cabot Oil Gas Corp. wellhead in Dimock, Pa.
Science

Drilling under Pa.’s ‘Gasland’ town has been banned since 2010. It’s coming back

“I was played a fool,” said one resident, who will have a gas well running under her land. “This was the most egregious betrayal I’ve experienced."

2 years ago

Land-based wind turbines spin in Atlantic City
Science

Wind farm off New Jersey likely to ‘adversely affect’ but not kill whales, feds say

NOAA said there should be no impact to any critical habitat for the North Atlantic right whale, only 360 or so of which remain in the world.

2 years ago

A utility meter
PlanPhilly
Community

Struggling to pay your heating bill in Pa.? This program could help

The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program provides cash grants to help cover heating bills that don’t need to be repaid.

2 years ago

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Community

Atlantic City Electric and IBEW Local 210 reach tentative agreement

The deal still needs to be ratified by the union.

2 years ago

Electric vehicle charging station
Politics & Policy

Electric vehicle mandate takes effect in Delaware

Under the rule, 43% of new cars and light trucks at dealerships for the 2027 model year must be electric or plug-in hybrid. That increases to 82% by 2032.

2 years ago

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A building with a sign that reads PECO
PlanPhilly
Community

Most PECO electric customers will see bills drop starting in December

The average residential customer that uses PECO’s default service will see their monthly bill go down by around $5 starting Dec. 1.

2 years ago

A power plant is seen in the distance.
Politics & Policy

Gov. Shapiro appeals decision blocking plan to make power plants pay for greenhouse gases

In a statement, Shapiro didn’t pledge to enforce the regulation, should his administration win the appeal at the state Supreme Court.

2 years ago

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