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The trash incineration facility
Studio 2
Health

Incinerator or landfill? Philly’s trash problem

Philadelphia is considering a bill that would ban the city's waste from going to the Chester incinerator, the largest waste-to-energy incinerator in the country.

Air Date: January 28, 2026 12:00 pm

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Two shoppers in the cosmetics department at Target
Politics & Policy

New Jersey bans some products with toxic PFAS chemicals. Here’s what to know

People can be exposed to the so-called “forever” chemicals from household products like carpets and cosmetics.

2 months ago

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headquarters of American Water
Community

New Jersey American Water seeks $10 a month rate increase

The investor-owned utility said a rate increase would help fund major infrastructure projects.

2 months ago

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Trees covered with snow in Old City Philadelphia
Weather

Philadelphia 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.

2 months ago

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Community
Billy Penn

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

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PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

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.

3 months ago

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Vehicles are under water during flooding
Science

Thousands of Bucks and Montco residents live in flood zones. A new study suggests ways to lower the risk

The 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.

3 months ago

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Delaware River
Science

Delaware 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.

3 months ago

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The scene of a fire at a Bucks County nursing home
Courts & Law

Lawsuit claims Bristol Township explosion could’ve been prevented; nursing home, PECO failed to protect people

The lawsuit filed against PECO and the company operating the Bristol Health and Rehabilitation Center says both companies failed to evacuate residents, staff and visitors.

3 months ago

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Un medidor de servicios públicos
Community

‘Presiones económicas reales’: los clientes de Delmarva Power sienten la presión a medida que las tarifas de electricidad y gas siguen subiendo.

La falta de suministro de energía y los continuos aumentos de precios del gas y la electricidad este año han frustrado a los delawarenses.

3 months ago

A meter shows energy produced by a photovoltaic system
Community

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.

3 months ago

A utility meter
Community

‘Real, economic pressures’: Delmarva Power customers feel the squeeze as electricity and gas rates keep climbing

Lack of energy supply and continuing price hikes for gas and electricity this year have frustrated Delawareans over ability to afford higher utility bills.

4 months ago

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The roof of a data centre is pictured
Science

Pa., N.J. and Del. could see increased risk of power outages due to supply and demand crunch on regional grid

Grid operator PJM was unable to secure enough promised power to reach its reliability goal during an auction this week.

4 months ago

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A parking lot with EV chargers in front of two spaces
Politics & Policy

N.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.

4 months ago

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lead pipe
Science

Philadelphia’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.

4 months ago

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