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Climate activists arrested at Vanguard headquarters in Chester County
Climate activists want the suburban Philadelphia-based asset manager to stop investing in fossil fuel. Vanguard says it's carefully managing climate risks for customers.
2 years ago
WHYY News launches Climate Desk to tackle our changing environment
The newly formed desk reports on how our changing climate affects residents of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.
2 years ago
Can capitalism save the planet from a climate crisis?
Many would say capitalism is what drove the climate crisis, and that a solution would depend on a different economic model that prioritizes sustainability and equity.
2 years ago
Listen 6:52A 15-year-old law would end fossil fuels in federal buildings, but it’s on hold
A combination of factors halted the regulations, most notably opposition from natural gas utilities that faced the likelihood of losing business.
2 years ago
Pa. to get $6 million in grants for climate change planning from the Environmental Protection Agency
Department of Environmental Protection Acting Secretary Rich Negrin said the money will jumpstart the state’s blueprint for a safer and cleaner future.
2 years ago
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
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