Environment
York County plant will move from coal to natural gas
The Brunner Island Power Plant had come under fire by environmentalists for air and water pollution.
8 years ago
Pipeline showdown: PennEast files for eminent domain against 130 landowners
By far the biggest hit is coming in Hunterdon County, a wealthy rural area of rolling hills and Delaware River-side towns.
8 years ago
Chemist charged with taking cyanide, dumping in suburban Philly storm drain
Reached at his home on Wednesday morning, O'Rourke said didn't want to comment. A message seeking comment from his lawyer wasn't returned.
8 years ago
In New Jersey, opponents of offshore drilling gear up for a fight
Fishermen, environmentalists, realtors, and local business owners, descended on a hotel near Trenton voicing their unified opposition to drilling off the coast of N.J.
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13,500 Pa. homes still without safe heating source this winter
Data released Wednesday by Pennsylvania’s Public Utility Commission shows there are fewer homes without a utility heating service this winter compared to last year.
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Blades residents express health concerns over contaminated water
A fire hall in Blades filled up with at least 100 residents concerned about their health after learning their drinking water is contaminated.
8 years ago
What will Sunoco’s $12.6 million Mariner East 2 penalty be spent on?
The Department of Environmental Protection’s penalty for dozens of permit violations over the last year was among the largest ever handed out by the agency.
8 years ago
Philadelphia’s new spot for fresh fish is … in a school?
Fishadelphia links fish harvesters in New Jersey with consumers in South Philadelphia. It's the city's first "fish-share" program, and it's run by South Philly students.
8 years ago
Listen 2:16Pittsburgh suburbs decide as fracking comes near: Welcome it, or resist?
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Mariner East 2 critics don’t trust DEP, Sunoco agreement to improve company’s record
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Carney asks EPA to waive renewable fuel requirements for Delaware City refinery
Carney, crude oil refiners say a federal renewable fuels program is to blame for financial problems at refineries such as Philadelphia Energy Solutions.
8 years ago
Sunoco to resume work, pay $12.6 million for Mariner East 2 pipeline violations
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PennEast pipeline seeks eminent domain, plus U.S. marshals to protect workers
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Conservationists acquire 477 acres for Cape May Wildlife Refuge
The largest privately owned piece of land remaining on the Cape May Peninsula has been added to the Cape May Wildlife Refuge after more than 10 years of negotiations.
8 years ago
N.J. environmental groups band together to oppose expanded offshore drilling
The possibility of a spill is too great a risk, say environmentalist who fear jeopardizing marine life and New Jersey's tourism industry.
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