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an aerial view of the shore in Avalon
Urban Planning

New Jersey finalizes higher elevation standards for the shore

The new rules require development in coastal flood zones to be elevated 4 feet higher to account for future sea level rise.

1 month ago

Listen 0:54
The front facade of an old Philadelphia rowhouse
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

From firewood to solar: This Philly rowhouse has seen over 250 years of energy transitions

A rowhouse built around 1760 in Old City was once heated with firewood. Now, it has solar panels on its roof.

1 month ago

Listen 1:22
A volunteer helps clean up the 52nd Street overpass in West Fairmount Park in Philadephia
Community

In Fairmount Park, volunteers spend MLK Day tackling invasive species

Organizers hope the day of service encourages people to volunteer year-round.

2 months ago

Listen 1:04
Two scientists in the lab at Temple University
Science

Temple researchers hope to remove PFAS, microplastics with sustainable treatment method

Water providers are removing toxic PFAS chemicals from drinking water, but current methods are energy intensive. Temple researchers are looking at alternative technologies.

2 months ago

Listen 1:12
Vehicles are under water during flooding
Science

Thousands of Bucks and Montco residents live in flood zones. A new study suggests ways to lower the risk

The remnants of Hurricane Ida caused millions of dollars in damage to homes and led to the deaths of four people in Bucks and Montgomery counties.

2 months ago

Listen 1:17
Flooding is pictured in Manayunk
Science

Philadelphians will see 15% discount on flood insurance starting in April

FEMA approved the city to join its Community Rating System, a program that rewards municipalities that take steps to reduce flood risk.

2 months ago

Listen 0:47
Delaware River
Science

Delaware proposes plan to eliminate carbon emissions by 2050

Delaware environmental regulators are calling for increased access to electric vehicles, and the protection of natural resources.

2 months ago

Listen 1:12
The scene of a fire at a Bucks County nursing home
Courts & Law

Lawsuit claims Bristol Township explosion could’ve been prevented; nursing home, PECO failed to protect people

The lawsuit filed against PECO and the company operating the Bristol Health and Rehabilitation Center says both companies failed to evacuate residents, staff and visitors.

2 months ago

Listen 1:05
A child wearing a crochet turtle hat carries a pumpkin outside
Education

How nature is fostering kids’ creativity in Philadelphia

Studies suggest nature can help lower stress and boost attention. Researchers and educators say it can also help kids express creativity.

2 months ago

Listen 4:42
a Christmas tree on a car
Community

Delaware residents encouraged to recycle Christmas trees at TreeCycle event

Delaware law does not allow residents to dispose of real trees or yard waste in landfills.

2 months ago

birds in New Jersey coastal wetlands
Science

New Jersey is investing $11 million to restore salt marshes, including Scotch Bonnet Island

Rising seas are drowning New Jersey wetlands. A new round of state climate funding aims to make them more resilient.

2 months ago

A crew installs a solar array on the roof of a home in Frankfort, Ky., in 2023.
Money

New financing is available for Philly-area homeowners seeking to install rooftop solar

The federal residential rooftop solar tax credits expire at the end of this year. But Philly-area homeowners have another affordable option through leasing.

2 months ago

Listen 1:11
Masoud Akbarzadeh, a professor of architecture at the University of Pennsylvania, works with students to design concrete structures
PlanPhilly
Science

Concrete is a big contributor to climate change. Penn researchers say they can shrink its footprint

Concrete reabsorbs some of its carbon emissions over time. Alternative ingredients and 3D printing could help supercharge that by making the finished concrete more porous.

2 months ago

Listen 1:12
A meter shows energy produced by a photovoltaic system
Community

Philadelphia utility bills surged in 2025, and more increases are coming in 2026. Here’s why

Philadelphians’ electric, gas and water bills all increased in 2025. Together, the typical household is paying around $30 more per month.

2 months ago

The roof of a data centre is pictured
Science

Pa., N.J. and Del. could see increased risk of power outages due to supply and demand crunch on regional grid

Grid operator PJM was unable to secure enough promised power to reach its reliability goal during an auction this week.

3 months ago

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