Philadelphians envision a ‘fossil fuel-free’ refinery redo at community summit
The company redeveloping the former PES refinery site has promised a “green, sustainable” project, but residents want more specific commitments.
2 years ago
A changing climate is contributing to longer wildfire seasons in New Jersey, experts say
Officials say that 99% of wildfires are caused by humans.
2 years ago
Climate change could threaten Philly’s drinking water
A chemical spill endangered Philly’s biggest drinking water plant. Sea level rise combined with a drought could push salt toward that same facility.
2 years ago
PGW’s pipeline replacement plan will cost up to $8 billion and ignores climate impacts, study says
The report has a number of regulatory recommendations, which could help give PGW, the city, and ratepayers a more accurate accounting of the gas main replacement program.
2 years ago
This Philly drag show tackles climate change — on ice
Performers hope audiences leave the show feeling “energized and curious” about climate solutions.
2 years ago
Listen 5:05Vanguard pulls out of international climate initiative, angering environmentalists
Vanguard withdrew from a global network of asset managers committed to cutting carbon emissions. The company says it was to preserve independence and prevent confusion.
2 years ago
Tropical Storm Isaias damaged hundreds of homes in Philly. In low-lying Eastwick, residents are still recovering.
2 years ago
Listen 4:45New Jersey sues oil companies for deceiving public about climate change
N.J. wants the fossil fuel industry to pay for the impacts of climate change, files lawsuit over climate disinformation.
2 years ago
5 tips from your neighbors on how to deal with flooding
Flooding can be a life-altering event. While these tips won’t eliminate your flood risk, they could help you reduce your losses.
2 years ago
Listen 6:01Why Ida’s remnants left the Vine Street Expressway under water
A pump system, designed in the 1970s, lost power during Hurricane Ida. But it didn't have much of a chance to begin with.
2 years ago
Listen 4:18Could Philly’s steam system provide a climate solution? PGW says no
Vicinity Energy, which operates Philadelphia’s steam loop system, is now battling with PGW, another century-old institution, over its Center City customers.
2 years ago
Listen 7:24One year since Ida: How the remnants of a hurricane still leave Pa. residents paying the price
It has been one year since the remnants of Hurricane Ida battered Philadelphia, Montgomery, Chester, Delaware, and Bucks counties with historic rainfall and strong winds.
2 years ago
Listen 4:34Philly citizen scientists gather heat and air quality data in hopes of a ‘more livable’ city
Philly is one of 14 cities and counties across the country chosen by a federal agency to collect heat data this summer, in an annual citizen science project.
2 years ago
Listen 4:01Climate change means some coastal groundwater may soon be too salty to drink. What can cities do?
Desalination is a solution for cities on the coast that are running out of freshwater sources—but the process can turn out to be more than cities bargained for.
2 years ago
Listen 13:41The Atlantic surfclam industry generates ~$30M in yearly revenue. But a study shows offshore wind development planned for the Jersey coast could cut that income up to 25%.
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