Energy
Pennsylvania youth trek to White House to support climate justice initiative
About a dozen young Pennsylvanians are on their way to the White House to advocate for a climate and economic justice initiative.
3 years ago
Hearing on Mariner East 2 reroute shows public rifts persist over pipeline project
Sunoco’s defenders say the plan will help complete the work, while opponents urge DEP to deny the permits.
3 years ago
From diesel to electric, Philly schools invest in clean transportation
The district hopes to replace 4% of its bus fleet with electric buses every year, eventually bringing the total to 20% electric.
3 years ago
Tackling ‘energy justice’ requires better data. These researchers are on it
Biden's climate plans call for spending big on energy efficiency. New research could help make sure it actually targets the poor and minority households that most need it.
3 years ago
Judge tosses suit seeking end to Delaware River drilling ban
Judge Paul Diamond in Philadelphia ruled the GOP had no legal right to sue, writing the dispute "is primarily partisan and is best resolved through the political process.”
3 years ago
Developer abandons Keystone XL Pipeline project, ending decade-long battle
The company behind the controversial Keystone XL oil pipeline said Wednesday it's officially terminating the project.
3 years ago
Pathways to net-zero emissions; climate change in our National Parks
How can we get to net-zero emissions by 2050? And, can we save our National Parks from climate change?
Air Date: June 9, 2021 10:00 am
Listen 0:00Chester activists denounce a new Philadelphia Union-Subaru partnership as environmental injustice
A new partnership will make Subaru Park in Chester the first-ever “zero landfill” stadium in MLS, but local incinerator opponents are sounding the alarm.
3 years ago
Planned solar project near Gettysburg denied key permit
The decision comes after more than a year of hearings and increasingly heated debate on whether the community should host such a project.
3 years ago
PES refinery demolition to take four years, new owner Hilco says
A public information session sought by the community laid out the details, and clarified who is responsible for cleanup of the contamination.
3 years ago
Mariner East pipeline construction leaves hundreds without water in Delaware County
Construction split the Glen Riddle Station apartments in half. Residents complained about noise, dust, and truck traffic. Then there was no water.
3 years ago
As Philadelphia works to tackle climate change, a question emerges: Is PGW on board?
The city-owned gas utility has discussed with industry groups a Pa. Senate bill that would prevent Philly from taking steps to promote electrification.
3 years ago
Listen 6:08Earth is barreling toward 1.5 degrees Celsius of warming, scientists warn
"We're seeing accelerating change in our climate," says Randall Cerveny, a climate scientist at Arizona State University.
3 years ago
Hundreds of thousands of N.J. utility customers facing shut-offs
With few signs the moratorium will be extended before it is set to expire June 30, though, state officials and lawmakers are looking at how to ease the financial pain.
3 years ago
Controversial PECO gas project in Marple Twp. goes to PUC for hearings
People interested in testifying or listening to the telephone hearings have until 10 a.m. Monday to pre-register with the Public Utility Commission.
3 years ago