Camden County announces $400 million initiative to reduce sewage overflows
Outdated sewage systems send raw sewage and stormwater through the same pipes, leading to flooding issues during heavy rainfall.
4 days ago
Listen 1:08Levee plan not viable for Philly’s flood-prone Eastwick neighborhood, says U.S. Army Corps
Earlier this year, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced that the formally proposed levee would be downsized. Now they say the levee is not feasible.
1 week ago
Sunoco pipeline leak cleanup in Upper Makefield is ‘moving too slowly,’ residents say
Bucks County residents are raising concerns over noise and safety, as well as impacts on the water supply, as Sunoco works to clean up leaked jet fuel.
1 week ago
Listen 1:063 decades in the making, Delaware lawmakers pass measure to protect state’s wetlands
The legislation will create a tiered permitting system for development based on how critical a nontidal wetland is.
2 weeks ago
The annual Delaware River Sojourn has been drawing kayakers and canoers to the Delaware River for 31 years.
3 weeks ago
Listen 2:20New tool shows toxic PFAS chemicals pervasive in Delaware River
The so-called “forever chemicals” were found at higher levels between Chester and Pea Patch Island.
1 month ago
Listen 1:15Lessons learned from Ida: Philadelphia must brace for next big storm, Penn researchers say
During the aftermath of Hurricane Ida, the Schuylkill River rose to levels that hadn’t been recorded in more than 150 years.
2 months ago
Listen 1:04Conservationists launch plan to protect Wissahickon Valley Park and Creek
During the aftermath of Hurricane Ida in 2021, water rushed down the creek, flooding Forbidden Drive.
2 months ago
Listen 1:26The exhibit features multimedia installations created by 10 local artists that bring to life the once-obscure underground corridors of the water system.
2 months ago
Listen 1:22Toxic PFAS chemicals are found in hundreds of everyday products, including cosmetics, menstrual products, dental floss and items for babies.
3 months ago
Listen 1:08Anglers help stock White Clay Creek with trout, celebrate improvements to water quality
Pennsylvania has awarded more than $17 million in grants to 89 state projects to improve water quality and support trout.
3 months ago
Listen 1:17Delaware lawmakers advance measure to protect state’s wetlands
After several failed attempts to protect nontidal wetlands, Delaware lawmakers have introduced legislation that developers say they can get behind.
3 months ago
Listen 1:19Toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in New Jersey’s tap water have dropped 55%, Rutgers study finds
PFAS are commonly found in household items and can remain in the environment — and our blood — for decades.
3 months ago
Listen 1:19Trump administration proposes new research for microplastics, pharmaceuticals in drinking water
The EPA has proposed adding microplastics and pharmaceuticals to a list of priority contaminants.
4 months ago
Listen 1:20Art with a message: Delaware creatives turn trash into works of art
The Trash Into Treasure Delaware Art Contest challenges artists to create pieces that promote clean waterways.
4 months ago
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