
Environment
Global warming cooks up ‘a different world’ over 3 decades
We were warned. On June 23, 1988, a sultry day in Washington, James Hansen told Congress and the world that global warming wasn't approaching — it had already arrived.
7 years ago
FEMA blamed delays in Puerto Rico on Maria; agency records tell another story
Internal briefing documents show FEMA never had 500 generators on the island before the storm — it had 25.
7 years ago
Fear and frustration over EPA move to kill chemical-disaster protections
The EPA is taking public comments on the new chemical disaster regulations until July 30, and expects to make a final decision later this year.
7 years ago
As nuclear struggles, a new generation of engineers is motivated by climate change
The number of people graduating with nuclear engineering degrees has more than tripled since a low point in 2001, and many are passionate about their motivation.
7 years ago
New Jersey’s offshore drilling ban
Guests: John Moor, Cindy Zipf New Jersey passed the one of the toughest offshore drilling bans in the nation in A ...
Air Date: June 15, 2018 10:00 am
Listen 31:57The Atlantic hurricane season is here — that time of the year when tropical storms whip their way in from the sea, cutting paths of des ...
Air Date: June 15, 2018
Listen 50:06PUC keeps lid on Mariner East 2 work, but allows ME1 to re-start
In a split decision, the PUC found no evidence that Mariner East 1 poses a public safety threat but orders Sunoco to comply with judge's orders on Mariner East 2.
7 years ago
Excessive fecal bacteria levels close 2 N.J. beaches
On the heels of swimming advisories issued for dozens of New Jersey beaches earlier this week, state officials have closed two beaches due to excessive fecal bacteria levels.
7 years ago
Delaware to EPA: Reconsider petition about ‘upwind’ pollution
The state is asking the agency to give officials a chance to explain the importance of reducing air pollution beyond Delaware's borders.
7 years ago
Turtle roadway strikes in problematic area slashed thanks to group’s efforts
Why did the turtle cross the road? To lay eggs, of course. It’s now the beginning of the annual nesting season for northern diam ...
7 years ago
Gov. Wolf signs bill to help finance clean energy, efficiency projects
The bll aimed at helping commercial property owners finance the costs of installing renewable energy, water conservation, and energy efficiency upgrades.
7 years ago
Wilmington offers day-to-day jobs to clean the city
A new program will offer a day’s employment to city residents, paying them to clean up their neighborhoods.
7 years ago
NewsWorks Tonight, June 12, 2018
Concerns continue over elevated cancer rates in some Bucks and Montgomery County towns, despite a new state Department of Health study. O ...
Air Date: June 12, 2018
Listen 21:40Court rejects fracking company’s appeal in ‘rule of capture’ decision
7 years ago
Invasive jellyfish with powerful sting found in another N.J. river
A tiny invasive jellyfish that packs a powerful sting has been found in a second Jersey Shore river since May.
7 years ago