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Pennsylvania’s first congressional race pits five-term incumbent Republican Brian Fitzpatrick against Democratic County Commissioner Bob Harvie.
2 months ago
Listen 1:15Delmarva Power’s rate hike request slammed as ‘largest in Delaware history’
Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer says the average annual Delmarva Power bill went up nearly $400 over the past five years.
2 months ago
Delaware at-home solar initiative aims to reduce energy bills while reducing emissions
The plan aims to expand access to grants and rebates that help people install solar at home.
2 months ago
Conservationists to restore wetlands, save habitat for diamondback terrapins in New Jersey
Tidal salt marshes across New Jersey are being drowned out by sea level rise.
2 months ago
Listen 1:17Vineland data center accused of operating natural gas generators without permit
The 300-megawatt AI data center is being developed by DataOne for the Nebius Group.
2 months ago
Listen 1:11Delaware governor signs legislation that aims to make data centers ‘pay their fair share’
The legislation would prevent data centers from passing the costs of running data centers onto ratepayers.
2 months ago
Listen 1:03In a divided America, the left and right unite to oppose artificial intelligence data centers
Data centers have become a growing concern as November's midterm elections loom. The debate has united left-leaning environmentalists and conservative farmers.
2 months ago
Governors’ races are being increasingly buffeted by the toxic politics of data centers
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro is just one of several governors across the country trying to address the hot button issue of residents not wanting data centers near them.
3 months ago
Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro signs wide-ranging executive order reining in data center development
While stopping short of issuing a moratorium on new data centers, Shapiro’s executive order accuses developers of “predatory” behavior against local communities.
3 months ago
Listen 1:20Vineland planning board approves 2nd phase of 300-megawatt data center plan
The plan would make way for the construction of a liquefied natural gas tank and fuel cell units.
3 months ago
Listen 1:13A futuristic, hybrid-electric aircraft took flight at a test demo in Philadelphia
As a next-generation aircraft is tested at the Tioga Marine Terminal in Port Richmond, entrepreneurs and elected officials hope to reap economic benefits.
3 months ago
Listen 2:19Opposition to data center construction is rising sharply, survey says
Opposition has jumped significantly among both Democrats and Republicans, according to a recent Penn poll.
3 months ago
Listen 1:07City 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 months ago
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 months ago
Listen 1:23Plymouth 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.
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