Energy
New Jersey American Water seeks $10 a month rate increase
The investor-owned utility said a rate increase would help fund major infrastructure projects.
1 month ago
Listen 1:00Philadelphia region prepares for an expected major winter weather event
The storm could blanket the region with snow and ice and impact transportation services for a day or more.
1 month ago
As electricity rates soar, PECO adds $2.5 million in aid for low-income customers
Utility aims to keep the heat on during cold weather while calling for long-term solutions.
2 months ago
From firewood to solar: This Philly rowhouse has seen over 250 years of energy transitions
A rowhouse built around 1760 in Old City was once heated with firewood. Now, it has solar panels on its roof.
2 months ago
Listen 1:22The remnants of Hurricane Ida caused millions of dollars in damage to homes and led to the deaths of four people in Bucks and Montgomery counties.
2 months ago
Listen 1:17Delaware proposes plan to eliminate carbon emissions by 2050
Delaware environmental regulators are calling for increased access to electric vehicles, and the protection of natural resources.
2 months ago
Listen 1:12The lawsuit filed against PECO and the company operating the Bristol Health and Rehabilitation Center says both companies failed to evacuate residents, staff and visitors.
2 months ago
Listen 1:05La falta de suministro de energía y los continuos aumentos de precios del gas y la electricidad este año han frustrado a los delawarenses.
2 months ago
Philadelphia utility bills surged in 2025, and more increases are coming in 2026. Here’s why
Philadelphians’ electric, gas and water bills all increased in 2025. Together, the typical household is paying around $30 more per month.
2 months ago
Lack of energy supply and continuing price hikes for gas and electricity this year have frustrated Delawareans over ability to afford higher utility bills.
3 months ago
Listen 1:02Grid operator PJM was unable to secure enough promised power to reach its reliability goal during an auction this week.
3 months ago
Listen 0:58N.J., Del. and Pa. join lawsuit seeking Trump administration release funds for EV chargers
EV charging infrastructure development is stalled across the region because the White House is not releasing the funds.
3 months ago
Listen 1:13Philadelphia’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 months ago
Listen 1:04As 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.
3 months 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.
3 months ago
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