Energy
Grid operator PJM was unable to secure enough promised power to reach its reliability goal during an auction this week.
8 months ago
Listen 0:58N.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.
9 months ago
Listen 1:13Philadelphia’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.
9 months ago
Listen 1:04As Trump administration moves away from solar energy, Philly doubles down with new Abes Run deal
The 20-year contract locks in a fixed price meant to insulate the city from rising costs. But the price is higher than what the city initially sought.
9 months ago
Listen 1:02There currently are no federal regulations for microplastics in public drinking water, and most water providers don’t monitor for these contaminants.
9 months ago
Listen 1:12How Trump’s rollbacks to vehicle mileage rules could impact Philly air quality
The Trump administration said it wants to make cars more affordable.
9 months ago
Listen 1:07Pa. households can apply for heating bill assistance after monthlong delay
The state delayed its LIHEAP program as it waited for federal funds held up by the government shutdown. The program opens Wednesday, Dec. 3.
9 months ago
Listen 0:51Vicinity Energy steam plant safety conditions spur OSHA complaint
Union alleges company has been slow to address electrocution and asbestos hazards.
9 months ago
A tax credit for home insulation, air conditioners and heat pumps ends soon. Here’s what to know
The Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit saved households in Pa., Del. and N.J. more than $200 million in a recent tax year.
9 months ago
Listen 0:54PGW residential customers will see monthly bills jump by about $6 on average starting in December
The average customer will see a 6.6% rise in costs starting on Monday, Dec. 1. The rate hike will increase PGW’s annual revenue by $62 million.
9 months ago
Listen 0:57Last week, Lower Merion Township passed a ban on gas-powered leaf blowers. Many are happy to wave goodbye to noisy and pollutive equipment. Others have reservations.
Air Date: November 24, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:40Delmarva’s legal power forces 2 villages to vacate laws banning new electricity towers
The “tree huggers” of Ardentown and Ardencroft wanted Delaware’s dominant utility to reroute a project to replace seven high-voltage towers.
9 months ago
Listen 2:07Un proyecto de 25 millones de dólares de Little Living transformaría 22,5 acres de terreno en una comunidad alimentada por energía solar para la clase trabajadora del condado.
9 months ago
‘Consequential decision’: PJM electrical grid to decide who pays bill for massive data centers
Delaware and Maryland state lawmakers say ratepayers should not pick up the tab for energy-hungry data centers.
10 months ago
Listen 1:05In rooftop solar, advocates see a ‘missed opportunity’ for clean energy in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania lawmakers have been at an impasse on clean energy legislation for years.
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