Environment
Human composting? Legislation allowing organic cremation heads to Del. Gov. John Carney’s desk
The legislation allows an environmentally-friendly cremation option that turns the body into soil. It passed with bipartisan support in both chambers.
2 years ago
The Biden administration said federal funding will go toward projects on current or former mine land sites in Pennsylvania, Arizona, Nevada, Kentucky and West Virginia.
2 years ago
Drexel launches new health policy research center focused on climate change
The center will concentrate on equity and providing cities with evidence-based policies to protect their residents.
2 years ago
Liquid Death Founder Mike Cessario, Fixing Philadelphia’s Littering Problem
You’ve probably seen Liquid Death at parties, bars, and grocery stores. Yes, the tall-boy aluminum cans with heavy metal lettering ...
Air Date: March 21, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 50:01New rules aim to boost EV sales as Philly drivers await more charging stations
A federal program to help states install charging stations has met a slow rollout, leaving EV drivers dependent on the available slower chargers.
2 years ago
Listen 2:00So long, Stumpy. More than 150 of D.C.’s cherry trees have to go as water rises
This will be the last season for about 150 of the famous flowering trees — they'll soon be cut down to adjust to sea-level rise.
2 years ago
New Jersey’s gas tax could soon rise, and EV owners may have to pay a fee
“Climate change is killing us,” said one lawmaker of the electric vehicle fee. “We don’t need hurdles; we need to make it as easy as possible.”
2 years ago
Listen 1:25Too much Atlantic in Atlantic City: Beach erosion has casinos desperately seeking sand by summer
Weeks of winter storms have badly eroded beaches in the northern section of town, leaving little if any sand on which to play during all but the lowest tides.
2 years ago
First Day of Spring Means Time for Gardening, N.J. Ballot Design Challenge
On the first day of spring, we invite two master gardeners to answer your questions about planting, growing, weeding, mulching and more.
Air Date: March 19, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 50:01The spring equinox is here. What does that mean?
On the equinox, the Earth's orbit lines up so both hemispheres get the same amount of sunlight.
2 years ago
Residents of a gated community in Delaware say they’re worried they could lose their beloved waterfall, and a piece of history, if a dam is removed to protect fish species.
2 years ago
Listen 4:41Here’s what Mayor Parker proposed in her first budget to fight litter and illegal dumping in Philly
Parker’s spending proposal revealed more details about her plan to make Philly the cleanest big city in the country.
2 years ago
Listen 0:56New Jersey voters may soon decide whether they have a right to a clean environment
The ballot question for the November general election would ask, “Do you approve amending the Constitution to grant every person the right to a clean and healthy environment?”
2 years ago
Josh Shapiro proposes state climate program to replace RGGI, and asks for new renewable energy goals
Shapiro estimates the proposals would save ratepayers $250 million over five years and create 14,500 jobs.
2 years ago
New Jersey winter termination program ends for the season Friday
A seasonal program that prevents utility shutoffs in New Jersey ends on Friday.
2 years ago
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