Energy
How PECO’s profits impact your electricity bill
Electricity rates are rising along with profits for investor-owned utilities.
4 months ago
Listen 6:59Massive scrap metal fire on barge in Delaware Bay spews smoke throughout Philadelphia region
Firefighters are battling a massive scrap fire on the barge, which is in the process of getting towed to the New Jersey side of the bay.
4 months ago
US gas prices join a host of other rising costs faced by American drivers. What's behind this affordability crisis?
Air Date: March 10, 2026 1:00 pm
Listen 51:36Trump said data centers should build their own power source, but offers few details
President Trump said in his annual State of the Union address that he made deals with data centers to tamp down electricity costs for consumers. But there are few details.
5 months ago
Listen 1:02PECO’s profits skyrocket almost 50% after 2025 rate hikes
Critics say investor-owned utilities, which enjoy a monopoly, earn too much at the expense of ratepayers. PECO says the increased rates fund needed infrastructure upgrades.
5 months ago
Listen 1:15New Jersey ratepayers will catch a break on electricity prices starting in June
Electricity bills jumped by as much as 20% for New Jersey households last year. This June, some customers’ bills will fall slightly.
5 months ago
Listen 1:15Politicians, energy providers, Big Tech and climate activists are talking about data centers. Here’s what to know.
5 months ago
How much water do data centers use? One in Delaware City could use up to 20 million gallons a year
A proposed data center in New Castle County would use tens of millions of gallons of water every year.
5 months ago
Listen 1:03Why Gov. Shapiro wants to scrutinize electric utility profits
Gov. Josh Shapiro has a plan to scrutinize utility profits. Investor-owned utilities say it's important to invest in infrastructure that keeps the lights on.
5 months ago
Listen 5:35Shapiro’s plan includes heightened scrutiny of utility profits by state regulators and getting rid of “junk fees.”
5 months ago
Listen 1:06Proposed Delaware City data center hits major setback from environmental regulators
Environmental regulators in Delaware say the proposed data center, known as Project Washington, would be one of the state’s top polluters.
5 months ago
Listen 1:13Pa. 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.
5 months ago
Listen 1:11Philadelphia 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.
5 months ago
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.
5 months ago
Listen 1:04Ask 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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