Energy
With TMI closed, nuclear advocates’ concern shifts to Pa.’s other plants
Those who support nuclear worry that without tax breaks, the plants will be shut out of a competitive energy market.
7 years ago
As Three Mile Island stops producing electricity, one local community braces for change
For those who live nearby, the possibility of the plant’s closure loomed for years.
7 years ago
Five climate change science misconceptions, debunked
Here are five commonly used myths and the real science that debunks them.
7 years ago
PUC votes to make utility bills more affordable for low-income Pennsylvanians
In a 3-2 vote, Pa.’s Public Utility Commission amended its policy statement to reduce the burden on low-income customers in assistance programs.
7 years ago
Three Mile Island nuclear power plant’s shutdown is imminent
The shutdown of Three Mile Island, site of the United States' worst commercial nuclear power accident, is imminent.
7 years ago
Pa. GOP members begin moving priority, pro-natural gas package
The raft of proposals serves as a rejection of Democratic Gov. Tom Wolf’s own energy plan.
7 years ago
Philadelphia union workers split on Medicare for All
Moderate candidates tried to sway Philadelphia workers away from public health care, arguing it would strip them of their hard earned benefits.
7 years ago
Listen 3:08Environmentalists pressure Wolf to act faster on methane emissions
Their call for action comes as the Trump administration works to loosen federal regulations on the powerful greenhouse gas.
7 years ago
Court ruling clears way for Mariner East construction to restart in Chester County
PUC will have to lift injunction that blocked work at Chester County site, lawyers say.
7 years ago
Offshore wind farm developer secures approval to connect to Oyster Creek
A proposed offshore wind farm could revive the closed Oyster Creek Nuclear Generating Station in Ocean County.
7 years ago
Fishermen demand a say in decisions on offshore wind energy
The purpose of the hearing was to gather input from the fishing industry and its advocates to be considered in future regulation of the nascent wind energy market.
7 years ago
Going carbon neutral: Pa.’s key role in fight against climate change
StateImpact Pa. signed on to “Covering Climate Now,” an effort that describes itself as “aimed at strengthening the media’s focus on the climate crisis.”
7 years ago
PES refinery site attracts 3rd suitor, nationwide developer Industrial Realty Group
Industrial Realty Group has met with Philadelphia Industrial Development Corp. and the local Steelworkers union to discuss the South Philly complex.
7 years ago
Federal appeals court strikes blow to PennEast pipeline project
The Third Circuit decision blocks PennEast from condemning state-owned land in New Jersey
7 years ago
Bonuses paid to PES refinery executives infuriate ex-workers and environmentalists
Laid-off employees, who got no severance pay, expressed outrage at the $4.5 million paid out to Philadelphia Energy Solutions officials pre-bankruptcy.
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