New federal funding to speed clean up efforts at Montgomery County superfund sites
Residents with private wells in parts of Montgomery County have relied on bottled water or filtration systems since the 1990s.
5 months ago
Meet the Cobbs Creek Park Ambassadors
The volunteers are a formidable force wielding buckets, trash cans, wire cutters and even chainsaws in the fight against trash.
5 months ago
Bucks County residents are fighting a youth camp development proposal near wetlands
In addition to concerns about traffic and increased noise, residents say they worry development might impact the environment.
5 months ago
Listen 4:50To comply with new PFAS regulations, Gov. Josh Shapiro seeks more funds for drinking water testing
The Pa. Dept. of Environmental Protection is asking for funding from the state’s next fiscal budget for new water testing equipment.
5 months ago
Listen 1:13Marsh Creek State Park once again the site of cleanup due to Mariner East pipeline construction
Mariner East pipeline builder Energy Transfer is back at the area near Marsh Creek State Park to clean up more drilling mud.
5 months ago
Listen 1:14Philly Zoning Board delays FDR Park tree-cutting decision
At issue are 48 mature trees, which the Fairmount Park Conservancy proposes cutting down to make way for athletic fields.
5 months ago
Listen 1:01‘Long Live Sturgeon!’: WHYY, Academy of Natural Sciences host discussion on endangered fish
Scientists discussed the importance of protecting endangered species during an event hosted by WHYY and the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University.
5 months ago
Listen 1:21Environmental groups want NOAA to protect horseshoe crab habitats, and restrict how the species are harvested.
5 months ago
Listen 1:20Fast-moving storm drops up to 9 inches of snow across Delaware Valley
5 months ago
Winter storm to bring rain, sleet and snow to Philadelphia region
Rain and sleet are expected to create slushy conditions for early commuters before snow moves in by mid-morning.
5 months ago
‘Long Live Sturgeon!’: WHYY, Drexel to host discussion on endangered species
Researchers will discuss the importance of researching and protecting endangered species, including the Atlantic sturgeon.
5 months ago
Extreme rain and rising tides threaten Philly’s Revolutionary War-era Fort Mifflin
Fort Mifflin sits right along the Delaware River. It’s one of many historic sites across the country at risk from climate change.
6 months ago
Listen 5:44Chester LNG project promises return, despite Biden’s pause and other hurdles
The Penn America Energy CEO is still bullish on building an LNG facility in Chester. He plans to meet public opposition with public engagement.
6 months ago
Listen 1:17More than 100 tires have washed ashore Delaware beaches since December
Delaware’s Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control is investigating whether washed ashore tires came from decades-old artificial reefs.
6 months ago
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.
6 months ago