Environment
It’s been 25 days without rain in Philadelphia
Philadelphia County has seen just 25–50% of the normal precipitation for this time of year.
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Listen 1:02Over 60? Climate change could be coming for your nest egg
Miriam and Benny Saladin were set to retire in Manville, N.J. But their home was located between two rivers, and in more than two decades, their house flooded three times.
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Wilmington asks for residents’ help identifying lead pipes
Last week, Wilmington released an inventory of lead pipes across the city. But the city has yet to determine the content of about 25% of its service lines.
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Listen 1:16PGW gets federal money to replace aging gas mains in Philly
The money will help the utility improve the safety of its distribution lines and reduce climate-warming emissions.
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Listen 1:11Here’s what you need to know about New Jersey’s current drought status
The Garden State has been dry since “a lot of rain” fell in August. Officials are asking people to conserve water voluntarily.
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Farmers face challenging drought conditions across the Garden State
New Jersey declared a drought watch last week, asking people to voluntarily conserve water. For those at Duffield's Farm in Sewell, the weather has been challenging.
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Conservation meets ‘ethical’ hunting: John Heinz Refuge hosts mentored deer hunts
The program is free and co-run by John Heinz, the Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC) and the National Deer Association (NDA).
2 months ago
What you need to know if you have lead pipes
Municipalities must locate and replace lead pipes over the next decade. Here’s what you need to know.
2 months ago
Listen 1:57Philly property owners could soon face fines if their EV chargers don’t work
Electric vehicle owners say the city does not have enough public chargers, and the ones that do exist need to be maintained.
2 months ago
Listen 1:05Environmentalists caution against PhilaPort proposal to dredge Delaware River — again
PhilaPort’s new 15-year plan includes a proposal to deepen the Delaware River from 45 to 50 feet.
2 months ago
Listen 1:22Delaware bans bonfires, encourages residents to conserve water
The decision comes following weeks of record low rainfall, making the state abnormally dry.
2 months ago
Listen 0:56In effort to balance growth and preservation, Sussex County acquires 165 acres of farmland
As Sussex County grapples with rapid population growth, officials have purchased 165 acres of farmland to preserve the region's agricultural heritage.
2 months ago
Listen 1:10Once incarcerated, Philly expert moves students into climate-solution careers
Jackie Robinson, a building trades instructor, spent time in prison but now works at a nonprofit that teaches students how to make homes more climate-friendly.
2 months ago
The federal money will support the state’s move toward more electric vehicles by adding overnight, fast and ultra-fast truck chargers on I-95.
2 months ago
The animal shelter is waiving adoption fees through Oct. 16 for adult cats and dogs to make room for the Hurricane Milton-affected cats.
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