Environment
N.J. environmental regulators call for overhaul of Trenton Water Works
Two independent reports outline a history of neglect and underinvestment, putting the water utility at risk of systematic failure.
10 months ago
Listen 1:22FACT FOCUS: A look at false and misleading claims made by Trump during his first week back in office
President Trump, who returned to office Jan. 20, has wasted no time setting a new agenda, relying on false and misleading information to support several of his initiatives.
10 months ago
During the aftermath of Hurricane Ida, the Brandywine watershed was hit with the worst flooding in 200 years.
10 months ago
Listen 1:14Trump temporarily halts leasing and permitting for wind energy projects
Trump wants to increase drilling for oil and gas and has been hostile to renewable energy, particularly offshore wind.
10 months ago
Philadelphia receives federal funding to expand Schuylkill River Trail
The initiative is part of a regional network known as Circuit Trails, which aims to connect more than 800 miles of trails across Pennsylvania and New Jersey by 2040.
10 months ago
Listen 1:14Space heaters and snow pants: Eagles fans brave snowy conditions for Sunday’s divisional playoff
As temperatures dipped below freezing, the parking lots around the Linc were packed with the usual sea of green.
11 months ago
Experts recommend ‘road salt diet’ as snowstorm hits the Philly region
While salt makes it safer to walk and drive, it can also pollute waterways, soil and groundwater.
11 months ago
A Philly artist created a climate news AI bot. The result is ‘a little sassy’
Sarah Kaizar’s AT Feed is an automated aggregate of current climate news and a critique of the future of information.
11 months ago
Listen 1:14Philly-area MACH2 hydrogen ‘hub’ gets greenlight from Biden administration
It’s one of seven hubs across the country that the Department of Energy originally announced in 2023, which will receive a combined $7B from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
11 months ago
South Jersey congressman working with Trump to halt offshore wind
Congressman Jeff Van Drew said he’s drafted an executive order to halt offshore wind, which will be rolled out within the next couple of months.
11 months ago
Listen 1:37Ya Fav Trashman bringing out his newly bought truck for MLK Day of Service
Terrill Haigler has been using it for junk removal and illegal dump pickups around Philly, offering jobs for returning citizens.
11 months ago
Climate Fixers: One Philly designer knits nature and fashion for sustainability
NOOR by Grant Blvd, a Philly-based fashion house, uses only natural, plant-based fibers like Tencel and linen, or wool. None of the materials are sourced from fossil fuels.
11 months ago
‘Small steps are truly worth it’: Philly-area residents discuss climate solutions at WHYY event
Entrepreneurs and activists attended a WHYY News Climate Desk event to discuss climate action and screen short climate films.
11 months ago
Listen 1:04How a week of weather extremes upended the lives of millions of Americans
Scientists say the week’s extreme weather is one of the hallmarks of climate change.
11 months ago
How Philly-area residents can help those affected by the California wildfires
California wildfires have killed at least 11 people and burned thousands of structures. Here are a few ways to help the victims.
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