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Courts & Law

PGW to offer free methane detectors to all customers as part of ‘landmark’ settlement

The “landmark” settlement with PUC stems from a 2019 home explosion in South Philadelphia that killed two people and caused $1.4 million in property damage.

5 months ago

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Ruins of a home after an explosion
PlanPhilly
Community

Port Richmond residents sue PGW, PECO, city and neighbors over 2023 explosion that leveled homes

Three suits filed by residents of Miller Street accuse PGW, the city, PECO and other residents of negligence that contributed to the blast.

5 months ago

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Bald eagle
Science

New Jersey removes bald eagles from endangered species list as populations soar

The state was able to delist the species because their reproductive rate over multiple years reached sustainable levels.

5 months ago

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A gas-powered hot water heater
Politics & Policy

New federal clean energy rebates are in limbo for residents of Pa., Del., and N.J.

Federal funding is still pending for 21 states, as Biden’s term nears its end. The rebates can cover heat pumps, electric stoves and insulation.

5 months ago

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Science

Delaware inks deal with US Wind worth $128 million

US Wind plans two offshore wind projects off the coast of Delmarva. The projects require running cables beneath Delaware waters, wetlands and state park land.

5 months ago

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This Dec. 2, 2008, file photo shows a chicken farm just outside the city limits of Pittsburg, Texas. (LM Otero/AP Photo, File)
Health

Kent County, Del. chickens test positive for bird flu

More than 120,000 chickens on the farm were impacted by the outbreak, according to the Delaware Department of Agriculture.

5 months ago

First Day Hikes in 2024
Community

Explore more than 30 trails during New Jersey’s ‘First Day Hikes’

Last year, nearly 2,000 hikers took part, collectively traveling 5,000 miles.

5 months ago

Sunrise in Philly
PlanPhilly
Weather

2024 tied for Philly’s warmest year on record

Since 2020, Philly has consistently had one of its top 10 warmest years on record.

5 months ago

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Community

Here’s how to recycle your Christmas tree in Delaware

Christmas trees have been banned from Delaware’s landfills since 2008.

6 months ago

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Science

‘So grotesque they’re beautiful’: Eastern hellbender may get federal protections

The species has existed for millions of years, but the salamanders are threatened by poor water quality and populations have drastically declined.

6 months ago

A flood warning sign installed in Sea Isle City. (Image courtesy of Sea Isle City government)
Science

The U.S. Army Corps wants to elevate 6,000 N.J. homes to protect them from storms

The plan is not yet funded and is still subject to change. Construction could begin as early as 2030.

6 months ago

Work continues at a shale gas well drilling site in St. Mary's, Pa., March 12, 2020. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic, File)
Science

Top climate stories of 2024: N. J. wildfires, fracking fact checks and an uncertain future for ‘green’ hydrogen energy

2024 marked a year of climate solutions pushed by the federal government. But the future of President Joe Biden’s signature climate programs are uncertain.

6 months ago

Outgoing DNREC Secretary Shawn Garvin
Science

Delaware releases updated energy ‘playbook’ to combat climate change

The last time Delaware updated its energy plan was 2009. The new plan contains strategies to combat climate change.

6 months ago

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a backup transformer on a truck
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

PECO moves transformer flooded during Ida to prepare for more extreme weather

The utility got a federal grant to speed up several projects to improve reliability of its grid during extreme weather.

6 months ago

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Planes at Philadelphia International Airport.
PlanPhilly
Science

Flying this holiday season? Here’s what to know about the climate impact

Aviation is one of Philly’s largest sources of carbon emissions, but other forms of transport aren’t necessarily a better option.

6 months ago

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