Why ‘leaving the leaves’ this fall could help your garden flourish
Scientists say bagging your leaves can have detrimental impacts on the ecosystem.
1 year ago
To rein in climate change, Biden pledges $7 billion to regional ‘hydrogen hubs’
President Joe Biden announced the projects Friday during a stop at the Tioga Marine Terminal in the Port of Philadelphia.
1 year ago
Biden to announce funding for ‘clean energy’ hydrogen hub in Pa., N.J., and Del.
The move is part of the Biden administration’s plan to tackle climate change. But climate activists say it’s a false solution.
1 year ago
Listen 1:20Philadelphians envision Black green futures at inaugural ecoFEST
The event hosted by WURD radio’s EcoWURD featured panels, on-stage interviews, and workshops at a community center in West Philly.
1 year ago
Climate change is causing more damaging ‘mid-size’ storms. Insurers are taking notice
Storm damage is on the rise. Here’s what that means for homeowners in the Delaware Valley.
1 year ago
Listen 7:01‘They’re gonna get you’: Southbridge residents seek relief from decades-old mosquito problem
Scientists say the mosquito problem could worsen as climate change threatens more rain and increased sea levels.
1 year ago
Listen 5:23Climate activists bike hundreds of miles through Pennsylvania to demand change
“We're never going to get anything done if we don't work together,” one activist said, at a stop in Philly Wednesday.
1 year ago
Ophelia’s remnants continue to damage N.J. and Del. beaches with flooding and erosion
Remnants of Tropical Storm Ophelia continue to cause high winds, flooding, and beach erosion along the Delaware and New Jersey beaches.
1 year ago
Philadelphia Eagles unveil ‘kelly green’ hydrogen fueling station
A new hydrogen fueling station at the Linc uses water and solar power to produce clean hydrogen for fuel cell vehicles.
1 year ago
‘Organizing works’: Young Philly activists are excited about American Climate Corps
In its first year, the new corps could put 20,000 young people to work in areas such as forestry and clean energy. “We did it,” a Philly activist said.
1 year ago
Despite record global heat, Philly had coolest summer since 2014
Philadelphia recorded just one official heat-related death, the lowest count in 6 years.
1 year ago
New Jersey residents urged to prepare for more extreme weather emergencies
“That preparedness is what helps you mitigate when you have a devastating storm,” said State Police Superintendent Col. Pat Callahan.
1 year ago
Listen 5:28‘Why is there no air?’: An inside look at Philly’s early school dismissals amid extreme heat
More than 57% of Philly public school buildings lack adequate cooling systems. As climate change makes extreme heat more likely, students are bearing the consequences.
1 year ago
The New Jersey Clean Energy Act requires the largest building owners to report energy and water usage for the first time, and there are incentives to conserve power.
1 year ago
Listen 2:13FEMA designates several Pa., Del., N.J. areas as ‘disaster resilience zones’: Here’s what that means
The new designation prioritizes the areas for federal funding related to climate change resilience.
1 year ago
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