Energy

An increasingly common scamming tactic is a phone call from a number with a fake caller ID that reads “PECO,” the company said.

The newly approved offshore wind farms will be located about 40 miles off the N.J. coast and generate enough electricity to power 1.8 million homes.

The legislature must reauthorize a law that shields people from winter utility shut-offs before the end of the year.

The program, geared toward people impacted by the justice system, teaches solar panel installation and electric work. It pays $15 an hour.

The utility has restored power for all but about 2,000 customers from Tuesday’s storms. Extra crews remain active in case of a repeat tonight.

Climate-warming greenhouse gasses in the U.S. declined 1.9% last year, but that's only a third of what's needed to meet Paris climate change goals.

Delaware report encourages the state to approach offshore wind with “flexibility” in an uncertain market.

City Hall, the criminal justice center, and several homeless shelters could get HVAC upgrades, LED lighting, or solar panels.

Philadelphia takes steps toward renewable energy goals with a solar farm in Adams County.

Scientists say there is no credible evidence linking offshore wind farms to whale deaths. That hasn’t stopped conservative groups and others from making the connection.

Climate change took a big toll on the Philly region this year, featuring everything from wildfire smoke to serious flash floods. And yet, climate solutions abound.

“I was played a fool,” said one resident, who will have a gas well running under her land. “This was the most egregious betrayal I’ve experienced."

NOAA said there should be no impact to any critical habitat for the North Atlantic right whale, only 360 or so of which remain in the world.

The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program provides cash grants to help cover heating bills that don’t need to be repaid.

The deal still needs to be ratified by the union.