
Tons of Philadelphia’s trash are burned in Chester. A bill in City Council could stop that
The proposal would require the city to rethink its waste disposal contracts after they expire next summer.
17 hours ago
Philadelphia tests out ‘cool pavement’ in Hunting Park to combat summer heat
The city finished installing a second “cool pavement” test patch this summer. So far, results are mixed.
3 days ago
Listen 4:31Horsham Township has big plans to redevelop former Willow Grove Naval base
The redevelopment plans include a town center, aviation museum and several homes.
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:26Native flora and fauna in the spotlight at the New Jersey State Museum’s ‘Ecosystems at Risk’
The exhibition highlights the state’s natural habitats and efforts to protect them.
2 weeks ago
Listen 2:39Pennsylvania schools still pursuing solar projects despite federal tax credit rollbacks
None of the schools that received Solar for Schools grants have told the state they’re pulling out due to federal tax credit rollbacks.
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:23Pennsylvania lawmakers grapple with how to handle demand for data centers
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania state lawmakers held a hearing with stakeholders to better understand how the state can prepare and manage the growth of data centers.
2 weeks ago
The tax credits help offset the cost of upgrades such as heat pumps, windows and insulation. They expire at the end of December.
2 weeks ago
Pennsylvania House bill lays out new heat protections for workers
The bill, introduced ahead of Labor Day, would require employers to provide paid rest breaks and water when the heat index hits 80 degrees Fahrenheit.
3 weeks ago
A major solar installer in Philly is ceasing most operations amid federal tax credit rollbacks
In a letter obtained by WHYY, PosiGen’s CEO said recent rollbacks to federal tax credits made it harder for the company to secure financing.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:27Trump administration deals another blow to offshore wind, plans to kill Delmarva project
The project would provide renewable energy to about 718,000 Maryland homes. Delaware had inked a deal to reap $128 million in benefits.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:02The family-run Audubon Water struggled with PFAS contamination and water main leaks.
4 weeks ago
Listen 1:15Philly climate activists celebrate a rare win in their battle to reform PGW
A proposed settlement with PGW would lower the utility’s planned rate hikes, and force the natural gas provider to hold public hearings over climate impacts.
4 weeks ago
Listen 1:19Grid operator PJM is under increasing scrutiny over rising electricity costs. Lawmakers want a clearer look at how the nonprofit operates.
1 month ago
Listen 1:13400 trees and 12 new gardens: Nicetown-Tioga residents celebrate neighborhood greening initiatives
As part of the “Love Where You Live” program, the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society has helped transform 1.2 million square feet of land and plant 400 trees.
1 month ago
Listen 3:11Electricity bills are going up in the Philly region. Who’s in charge of the grid, anyway?
A little-known organization called PJM Interconnection directs the flow of electricity. Here’s how its actions can impact your bills.
1 month ago
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