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Science

Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro wants more data centers but they need to bring their own power

Gov. Shapiro said his data center proposal includes greater transparency, community outreach and water conservation.

4 months ago

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Community

Philadelphia Auto Show shifts into high gear at Pennsylvania Convention Center

The vehicle showcase returns with test-driving opportunities, one-of-a-kind vehicles and Eagles and Flyers players.

4 months ago

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Politics & Policy

N.J. Gov. Sherrill wants to freeze rate hikes. Here’s what that means for your electricity bills

New Jersey customers’ electric bills increased by as much as 20% last summer. They could rise again this year.

4 months ago

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Ask Governor Meyer
Politics & Policy

Ask Governor Meyer | WHYY & DPM | 01/29/2026

Delaware Governor Matt Meyer joins us for this January edition to address top issues for residents of the first state.

Air Date: January 29, 2026 9:00 pm

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The roof of a data centre is pictured
Politics & Policy

Amid data center boom, Delaware lawmakers want to protect residents from electricity rate hikes

Residents are concerned that a strain on the power grid could mean higher electric bills.

5 months ago

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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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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.

5 months ago

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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.

5 months ago

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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.

5 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.

5 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.

5 months ago

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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.

5 months ago

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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.

5 months ago

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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.

5 months ago

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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.

5 months ago

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