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Environment

A Philadelphia Gas Works sign
Urban Planning

Climate change takes center stage at Philadelphia Gas Commission meeting

Testifying ratepayers urged commissioners to strike down a proposal that would limit public participation in Philadelphia Gas Works’ budget process.

2 years ago

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Chris Coons and a person look at the technology
Community

Chemours opens new battery materials lab in Newark, Del.

Chemours says its process for producing battery materials reduces cost and energy.

2 years ago

Heat pumps can work for both heating and cooling. You can think of a heat pump as an air conditioner that can also work backward.
Urban Planning

The Philly region is claiming millions in home energy tax credits. Here’s how taxpayers saved

President Biden’s 2022 climate law expanded the tax credits, which cover the costs of heat pumps, air conditioners, home insulation and solar panels.

2 years ago

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NREL engineers Eric Kozubal, left, and Jason Woods conduct initial research on the Blue Frontier prototype, the first sustainable HVAC system capable of reducing CO2 emissions by 85%. (Photo by Dennis Schroeder/NREL 20175)
The Pulse
Science

Meet two companies vying to make the next generation air conditioner

Air conditioning is a century-old technology, but now companies are racing to reinvent it and lower its large environmental footprint.

2 years ago

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A sign on a gate stating that part of the Bartram's Garden hiking trail in Philadelphia is closed
Science

What to know about the chemical contamination at Bartram’s Garden

A portion of trail remains closed after testing found small amounts of contamination on the property. Evidence shows similar contamination documented two years ago.

2 years ago

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A woman shows two children a cockroach at Bug Fest in Phialdelphia
Community

‘Creepy crawlies’ fiesta: Philly’s Bug Fest returns

The annual celebration includes all things insect-related. This year, certain events will include American Sign Language translations.

2 years ago

People paddle through a flooded area of New York following Tropical Storm Debby
Weather

Debby finally moves out of the US, though risk from flooded rivers remains

Officials in Tioga County in north-central Pennsylvania said Saturday that a search and rescue operation was going on for one person unaccounted for in the Knoxville area.

2 years ago

A man walks under an umbrella during a rain storm, Tuesday, July 15, 2014, in Philadelphia
Weather

Debby brings threat of tornadoes and flooding to the Philadelphia region

Episodes of heavy rain and damaging wind are possible Friday. Sunny skies should return Saturday.

2 years ago

Kamala Harris and Tim Walz raising their hands together on stage
Politics & Policy

Here’s what Tim Walz did on climate change as Minnesota governor

Climate change advocates heaped praise on Minnesota Governor Tim Walz.

2 years ago

Kamala Harris
Politics & Policy

Harris’ views on key issues over the years

In her campaign against former President Trump, VP Harris is touting her accomplishments, while also charting her own path forward.

2 years ago

A pedestrian walks with little protection from his collapsed umbrella during a rainstorm
Weather

Here’s how Tropical Storm Debby will impact the Philly region

Some areas have already seen a month’s worth of rain this week.

2 years ago

Listen 1:06
Executive order
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Legal bills top $4.2M in fight over key Pa. climate change program

The Shapiro administration and legislative Republicans are on opposite sides of court cases involving the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative.

2 years ago

climate activists hold signs saying Hydrogen is going nowhere and No Mach2
Science

Hydrogen-related businesses pay to network. Environmental justice advocates say those doors should be open to the public

MACH2 leaders say the business networking events don’t preclude community engagement. Activists say they’re an example of exclusivity.

2 years ago

Morning traffic moves along Interstate 76 in Philadelphia, Monday, March 29, 2021.
Weather

Philly area under Heat Advisory, with heat index values up to 103; Code Orange declared due to poor air quality

Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses, per the National Weather Service.

2 years ago

A Philadelphia Gas Works sign
Science

Climate activists want a seat at the table when it comes to PGW’s budget. The city has a proposal to prevent that

Clean energy advocates say the city is trying to block transparency regarding PGW’s budget process. The city says it needs to make the process more efficient.

2 years ago

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