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Stephanie Wein speaks at a podium.
Science

Power plants among the largest industrial climate polluters in Pennsylvania

In a new report, environmental advocates crunched EPA data to call out Pennsylvania’s “dirty dozen.”

3 years ago

Listen 1:23
View of marshland near the Baxter Water Treatment Plant in Philadelphia.
Urban Planning

Climate change could impact the Philly region’s water supply. New storage options may help

Climate change could mean droughts and changing water flow in the Delaware River. Water regulators say new storage facilities could help mitigate future water scarcity.

3 years ago

The Delaware General Assembly in session at the Legislative Hall in Dover, Delaware
Politics & Policy

Delaware lawmakers unveil package of bills designed to combat the impacts of climate change

The legislative package includes a measure to reduce net emissions in the state by 50% by 2030 and by 100% reaching net zero by 2050.

3 years ago

In this Tuesday April 10, 2018, file photo are sections of Newark and the Passaic River in New Jersey. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Science

N.J. climate report: Increasing temperatures could lead to more heat-related hospitalizations and deaths, especially in vulnerable communities

Increasing temperatures could lead to more heat-related hospitalizations and deaths in the coming years, especially in vulnerable communities.

3 years ago

A Philadelphia Gas Works sign
Community

PGW must justify its 1,000% rate increase for Philly’s steam loop, Public Utility Commission orders

The battle between rival Center City heat providers has climate implications.

3 years ago

A photo of the Philadelphia skyline taken in October, 2021
PlanPhilly
Politics & Policy

The 2023 climate voter’s guide: Where do Philly mayoral candidates stand on the issues?

From the future of PGW to tackling trash, here are the candidates’ plans.

3 years ago

Listen 6:19
Kimora Jackson speaks at a podium in front of a presentation.
PlanPhilly
Science

My Climate Story: Philadelphia students present environmental problems and solutions at WHYY

Inside WHYY, students from eight area schools listened as their peers shared presentations, spoken word, and projects about the climate in Greater Philadelphia and beyond.

3 years ago

Listen 1:51
Flooding is visible in an area where there are benches under trees.
PlanPhilly
Science

Flooding at FDR Park lake renews criticism of renovation

Advocates worry the recent removal of tide gates at FDR Park hurt trees. Experts say it depends on the species and on how long they’re inundated.

3 years ago

Homes line North Repauno Avenue in Gibbstown
Science

Gibbstown LNG by rail proposal hits another roadblock

The controversial 200-mile transport of liquified natural gas from Bradford County, Pa., to a terminal along the Delaware River has hit another roadblock.

3 years ago

A black-and-white photo shows people gathered in a park.
Community

‘We have met the enemy, and he is us’: Remembering the first Earth Day 53 years later

It’s been 53 years since the first Earth Day. People in the Philadelphia area share their memories of the event, and what it means to them decades later.

3 years ago

Multiple people standing at a podium for a press conference
Community

First public hearing of Philly LNG export task force draws criticism for blocking community input

The Philadelphia LNG Natural Gas Export Task Force is charged with studying the feasibility of bringing an LNG export terminal to the Port of Philadelphia.

3 years ago

A closeup of seedlings
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Earth Day, StrEAT Festival, Center City Jazz Festival in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

April 20 - April 23: James Beard dinner in Del., Jazz Fest in Philly, and “Beauty and the Beast, Jr." in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.

3 years ago

Listen 5:00
An Adélie penguin with two chicks on Ross Island, Antarctica. (Annie Schmidt/Point Blue)
The Pulse
Science

One penguin species declines, while another thrives on the western Antarctic Peninsula

Scientists predict that Adélie penguins could disappear from the western Antarctic Peninsula. Researchers at UD and Temple are tracking the changing conditions.

3 years ago

Listen 13:55
Tredyffrin Township police arrest protesters at the Matthews Road entrance to Vanguard offices. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Community

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.

3 years ago

I-676 is filled with floodwater in the wake of Hurricane Ida in 2021.
Science

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.

3 years ago

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