Environment
TerraCycle’s Loop launches reusable packaging to enthusiasm — and a little sticker shock
The program has launched in the mid-Atlantic region, allowing customers to order household products in reusable containers that they can return.
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Testing shows these N.J. waves are sick — in totally the wrong way
In one study at Monmouth University, researchers are evaluating water quality at popular surfing beaches along the Jersey shore.
5 years ago
‘We all owe Al Gore an apology’: More people see climate change in record flooding
A string of natural disasters has hit the U.S. in recent weeks. While none of these events can be directly attributed to climate change, for many the connection seems clear.
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Organic farming has a plastic problem. One solution is controversial
Many organic farmers would love to find an alternative to plastic, but they say there isn't one at the moment.
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SEPTA goes electric with 25 new ‘battery buses’
A new fleet of 25 electric buses hit Philadelphia streets this week. If all goes well, the entire fleet could eventually run on batteries.
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Firm to reapply for permits to build northeast gas pipeline
An company says it will reapply to build a hotly contested pipeline that would carry natural gas from Pa. through N.J., and under a bay and the ocean to New York.
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In drought-stricken Australia, farmers struggle with mental health issues, and learn to ask for help
The identity of Australian farmers is under threat as fire, flood, drought, and rising feed and water costs make it harder for them to stay economically viable.
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Listen 10:38‘Water warriors’ in Del. demand funding for clean water projects
Self-proclaimed “water warriors” rallied outside Legislative Hall in Dover in support of legislation that would fund steps to protect the state’s water.
5 years ago
Dangerous clinging jellyfish found in salt pond near South Jersey inlet
State environmental officials are warning the public about dangerous clinging jellyfish that were recently found for the first time in South Jersey.
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Philly has nearly 470 community gardens. We'll discuss the benefits of urban farming, the challenges these gardens face, and what the city is doing to support them.
Air Date: June 5, 2019
Listen 49:31The ‘Great Dying’ nearly erased life on Earth. Scientists see similarities to today
The "Great Dying," the biggest extinction the planet has ever seen, happened some 250 million years ago and was largely caused by greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.
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Opponents hope New Jersey scuttles gas pipeline to New York
New Jersey environmental officials are due to decide Wednesday on several permits for the proposed Northeast Supply Enhancement pipeline.
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Joe Biden’s $5T climate plan: Net zero emissions by 2050
Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden is pitching a $5 trillion-plus climate proposal that he says would lead the U.S. to net zero emission of carbon pollution by 2050.
5 years ago
Document reveals Range Resources, others agreed to $3M settlement in Western Pa. contamination suit
The public document doesn't specify how much money was distributed among plaintiffs.
5 years ago
PFAS chemicals: health risks and regulation
We discuss PFAS, compounds used in cookware, carpeting and upholstery, food wrappers, and firefighting foam, the health risks they pose and the challenges regulating them.
Air Date: June 4, 2019 10:00 am
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