Environment

The Department of Environmental Protection had opposed the transfer, but withdrew objections after reaching an agreement on oversight in August.

The head of the United Nations is calling on countries to end what he calls a war on nature and instead embrace a future without carbon pollution triggering global warming.

Gov. Wolf announced the studies last year after pressure from families of cancer patients in Washington County.

Atlantic City, Hoboken and Camden among the most vulnerable to climate effects.

The grants will go to Adams, Bedford, Centre, Cumberland, Franklin, Lancaster, Lebanon, and York counties.

Biden has vowed to reinvigorate and expand the country's commitment to fighting climate change, including rejoining the Paris climate accord soon after inauguration.

Plans are in the early stages, but people weary of water contamination are on edge.

In Pennsylvania, a high-polluting state with a history of coal and natural gas production, it’s fair to expect pushback on Biden’s plan.

After years of friction, recreational drivers and conservationists say New Jersey still has no clear policy regarding vehicles in the Pinelands.

John Kerry will lead the incoming administration’s effort to combat climate change. Biden also plans to nominate Antony Blinken as his secretary of state.

President Trump has rolled back 125 environmental policies while in office. We'll discuss Trump's environmental legacy and how President-elect Biden can address it.

Wolf’s office has previously said he would veto the bill, as it “poses an undeniable risk to the health and safety of our citizens, the environment, and our public resources."

Rep. Frank Pallone expected to help steer bill with strict health standards, reflecting those in New Jersey and some other states.

Rain from Tropical Storm Isaias sent Darby Creek overflowing. More than 3 months and a major restoration effort later, things are almost the way they were.

Plans for an offshore wind farm off the coast of Atlantic City are moving forward. A year ago, the state boosted its wind energy goal from 3,500 megawatts to 7,500.