Environment

Pa.’s Democratic governor has sought to regulate natural gas development and embrace it at the same time, a sharp contrast to his approach to fracking as attorney general.

Fort Mifflin sits right along the Delaware River. It’s one of many historic sites across the country at risk from climate change.

Parker also made two key appointments to her education team: Sharon Ward as deputy chief education officer and Debora Carrera as chief education officer.

A set of troll sculptures made from reclaimed wood by Thomas Dambo presses visitors to think about the environment.

The discovery of the state's largest Atlantic white cedar tree reveals its rarity. Cedars were heavily logged over the centuries.

The Penn America Energy CEO is still bullish on building an LNG facility in Chester. He plans to meet public opposition with public engagement.

Delaware’s Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control is investigating whether washed ashore tires came from decades-old artificial reefs.

Councilmembers Isaiah Thomas and Rue Landau plan to evaluate whether the city is on track to meet its 2050 goal, and how to get there faster.

DCNR officials say they’re focused on ecological restoration for Big Elk Creek State Park.

Cohanzick Longhouse Sanctuary wants to continue using the property as a worship site. But Quinton Township says they need to reapply.

A 27-mile stretch of the Delaware River in the areas of Philadelphia and Camden is not safe for swimming. UPenn researchers evaluate how to improve water quality.

New Jersey has fined the town $12 million for unauthorized beach repairs that it says could worsen erosion.

Advocates are encouraged by the new mayor’s early plans to clean up the city. But some are skeptical about her pick to lead the efforts.

The newly approved offshore wind farms will be located about 40 miles off the N.J. coast and generate enough electricity to power 1.8 million homes.

The idea is to give small haulers an affordable, legal disposal option — so they don’t dump construction debris on empty lots around the city.