Energy
7 arrested at ‘people’s decommissioning’ of oil tank farm in Southwest Philly
Residents want the tank farm associated with the former PES refinery permanently shut down, but the new owner has left the door open to restarting it.
3 years ago
Pa.’s natural gas industry set to get billions in state tax credits
Environmental groups criticize the tax credits because they would heavily subsidize natural gas production, a process that emits the potent greenhouse gas methane.
3 years ago
PES refinery explosion investigation says EPA should scrutinize deadly chemical hydroflouric acid
The Chemical Safety Board’s investigation points to a corroded pipe as the source of the explosion. It also says several safety provisions failed to kick in immediately or wer
3 years ago
Pa. election 2022: Where governor candidates Mastriano, Shapiro stand on energy and the environment
Polling shows that voters in the state are increasingly concerned about climate change driven by the burning of fossil fuels and the industry’s impacts on the environment.
3 years ago
More than 100,000 clients in Puerto Rico are still without power 2 weeks after Fiona
Nearly a third of customers in Puerto Rico's westernmost municipalities are still waiting for electricity.
3 years ago
Rehoboth considers ban on gas-powered mowers and other yard equipment
A Rehoboth Beach committee is expected to recommend a phased-in ban on gas-powered gear to cut down on pollution and noise.
3 years ago
Gov. Murphy addresses opposition to offshore wind energy in New Jersey
New Jersey is committed to producing 11,000 megawatts of wind energy by 2040.
3 years ago
Rehoboth hosts update on wind projects off Delaware beaches
The Rehoboth Beach commissioners offered an update Tuesday on a pair of offshore wind projects proposed off the Delaware coast.
3 years ago
Puerto Ricans seething over lack of power days after Fiona
Many Puerto Ricans are questioning why it is taking so long to restore power since that Fiona was a Category 1 storm that did not affect the entire island.
3 years ago
Isolated communities in Puerto Rico struggle to regain water and power after Fiona
Hurricane Fiona's rains led to swollen rivers and washed out roads and bridges in many areas of Puerto Rico. It has isolated many mountain communities and slowed recovery.
3 years ago
N.J. Gov. Murphy orders big jump in offshore wind
Governor boosts goal for green power, key to carbon-free target.
3 years ago
8 climate activists arrested at Vanguard headquarters in Malvern
Activists say the company should be using its economic muscle to force companies to de-carbonize. But instead, they say it has increased its investments in fossil fuels.
3 years ago
Penn students camp out to demand university take further action against climate change
Nearly a dozen students slept on a campus green Wednesday night, according to an organizer. Among their demands for UPenn: divest from fossil fuels
3 years ago
Catholic nuns seek damages against pipeline company, citing religious freedom
The Adorers of the Blood of Christ say the Transco Atlantic Sunrise pipeline that runs through their land violates their commitment to care for the Earth.
3 years ago
Environmentalists decry permit extension approval for natural gas terminal in South Jersey
The extended permit gives Delaware River Partners, an affiliate of New Fortress Energy, until June 2025 to build a dock on the Delaware River in Gibbstown, Gloucester County.
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