Energy
Pennsylvania lawmakers sue over Delaware River drilling ban
The GOP senators want a federal court to invalidate the ban, potentially opening a sliver of NE Pa. to what their lawsuit describes as $40 billion worth of natural gas.
3 years ago
Trump EPA erects new barriers to crucial science
The rule goes into effect on Wednesday and applies to all future EPA regulations.
3 years ago
New nuclear plant could rise at former Oyster Creek site in N.J.
The company that's in the process of mothballing one of the nation's oldest nuclear power plants says it is interested in building a new next-generation nuclear reactor
3 years ago
Planned New Jersey wind port will help meet strong demand from a growing offshore industry
Set for 200 acres along the Delaware River, the port will be a staging ground for the manufacture, assembly, storage, and shipment of giant wind turbines.
3 years ago
Pennsylvania’s alternative energy goals set to flatline next year, unless legislature acts
Advocates for raising the standards say it will create jobs and help address climate change.
3 years ago
Pennsylvania is on the cusp of a solar energy boom. Some communities want to fight it
Solar developers proposed more than 200 projects in Pennsylvania in 2020. Many are slated for rural townships, which haven’t traditionally hosted energy projects.
3 years ago
Paulsboro port to host $250M plant for building offshore wind towers
The facility will complement a wind port planned for nearby Salem County.
3 years ago
Reform of secrecy law for Pa. utilities faces long odds despite agreement that it’s a problem
Lawmakers in both parties acknowledge the measure impedes government transparency and public safety, but powerful special interests stand in the way of any major changes.
3 years ago
Penn State looking to grow its role as an ‘Energy University’
University President Eric Barron says he's looking forward to environmental issues getting more focus in Biden administration.
3 years ago
Controversial Gibbstown LNG terminal gets final DRBC approval
The vote came after a flood of opposition, including worries that ‘bomb trains’ along the proposed shipping routes could destroy homes and families.
3 years ago
Fears for safety and climate surround LNG export terminal planned on the Delaware
The Delaware River Basin Commission has greenlighted the dock, dredging and some infrastructure for the controversial Gibbstown terminal.
3 years ago
Listen 5:49Federal agency approves transfer of TMI-2 for decommissioning
The Department of Environmental Protection had opposed the transfer, but withdrew objections after reaching an agreement on oversight in August.
3 years ago
Biden’s next climate chief will tackle ‘existential threat’ at home
Biden has vowed to reinvigorate and expand the country's commitment to fighting climate change, including rejoining the Paris climate accord soon after inauguration.
3 years ago
Trump’s climate legacy, Biden’s environmental future
President Trump has rolled back 125 environmental policies while in office. We'll discuss Trump's environmental legacy and how President-elect Biden can address it.
Air Date: November 20, 2020 10:00 am
Listen 49:42Pa. bill heading to governor would relax environmental laws for conventional drillers
Wolf’s office has previously said he would veto the bill, as it “poses an undeniable risk to the health and safety of our citizens, the environment, and our public resources."
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