Energy

Proponents of community solar energy say the initiative is a solution to rising costs of electricity.

PGW says it needs to replace an aging liquefier in Port Richmond. Philadelphia Gas Commission staff had recommended not to approve the project.

From switching to LED light bulbs, to turning down your hot water heater, here are a few things you can do to save on your electricity bill.

The move lifts a 40-year de-facto moratorium tied to the federal government finding a permanent facility to store radioactive nuclear waste.

The city is evaluating waste-disposal options, while also studying bacterial “digesters” and tip-toeing into composting.

PFAS are commonly found in household items and can remain in the environment — and our blood — for decades.

PECO seeks to raise rates again by 12.5% for Philly and suburban electric customers. The governor's office says Shapiro believes the rate case should be withdrawn immediately.

The city is still evaluating the environmental impacts of burning trash versus landfilling it, the Office of Clean and Green director said.

Dozens of data centers are planned for the Philly region. Some lawmakers want to put up guardrails, while others want to speed their development.

Stanford University researchers estimate rising gasoline prices will cost American families an extra $850 this year, zeroing out any expected tax refunds.

The stalemate comes one day after PECO filed a rate hike request with the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission.

The utility wants to raise its rates for electricity customers and suburban natural gas users. The CEO of PECO's parent company, Exelon, made more than $15.6 million in 2025.

New Jersey has partnered with Revive Environmental to remove and destroy 150,000 gallons of aqueous film forming foam.

The National Consumer Law center said that about a quarter of all U.S. households sacrificed food and medicine to pay for their energy bills in 2024.

The bill aims to shield households and small businesses from electric bill hikes caused by large data centers.