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Technology

NREL engineers Eric Kozubal, left, and Jason Woods conduct initial research on the Blue Frontier prototype, the first sustainable HVAC system capable of reducing CO2 emissions by 85%. (Photo by Dennis Schroeder/NREL 20175)
The Pulse
Science

Meet two companies vying to make the next generation air conditioner

Air conditioning is a century-old technology, but now companies are racing to reinvent it and lower its large environmental footprint.

5 months ago

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Matt McKenney crumbles blast-frozen raspberries into the desert topping known as raspberry caviar. Blast freezing preserves the shape and texture of the delicate fruits in a way that ordinary freezing can't. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
The Pulse
Science

Store owners use 'blast freezers' to improve food safety, quality, reduce waste

Blast freezers freeze food super fast and at very low temperatures, which ensures freshness, and cuts down on food waste.

5 months ago

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Mitch Engleka, 28, manufacturing engineer (right) and Nick Ball, a manufacturing technician (left), inspect a mold that creates latches to secure the spare tire on a Dodge Durango at Southco in Concordville, Pa.(Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Education

Bucks County Community College receives $2M for clean energy job training

Students will work with the college’s existing network of more than 170 small- and medium-sized companies to help them cut costs and reduce carbon emissions.

5 months ago

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Nate Golubiewski trying to use an EV charging station
Courts & Law
Billy Penn

So many electric vehicles in Philly, but so few chargers

The federal government is investing in EV infrastructure, but very slowly.

5 months ago

rendering of subway car
Urban Planning
6abc

Renderings of new SEPTA train cars for Market-Frankford Line revealed

The company, Hitachi Rail STS USA, will deliver the first 200 cars starting in 2029.

5 months ago

A traveler moves through the Philadelphia International Airport
Community

How is the Philly area impacted by the global IT outage? Here’s what to know

Millions of people worldwide are impacted by an IT outage that has affected airlines, banks and hospitals. Here’s what we know so far.

5 months ago

Travelers walk to their gates at the Philadelphia International Airport
Community

Widespread technology outage disrupts flights, banks, media outlets and companies around the world

The issue affected Microsoft 365 apps and services, Visa, ADT security, Amazon, and airlines including American Airlines and Delta.

5 months ago

Members of the crowd react as U.S. Secret Service agents surround Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump at a campaign event in Butler, Pa., on Saturday, July 13, 2024. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

Did you entertain conspiracy theories after the Trump assassination attempt?

Since the attempted assassination of former President Trump, conspiracy theories have been circulating about what happened. Why do we fall victim to this outlandish thinking?

Air Date: July 17, 2024 12:00 pm

Listen 51:45
medical devices next to a bed
Health

How to prepare for power outages if your health depends on home medical devices

For most people, power outages are an inconvenience. For those who count on electricity for home medical equipment, they can be a crisis.

6 months ago

an electric bus
Politics & Policy

Biden awards $1.7 billion to boost EV manufacturing and assembly in Pa. and 7 other states

The grants cover a broad range of the automotive supply chain, including parts for electric motorcycles and school buses, hybrid powertrains and electric SUVs.

6 months ago

Many teenagers are using social media as a tool to connect. Some thought are taking it a step further.
Studio 2
Education

Is social media to blame? Chester County teachers become target of viral attacks

Middle schoolers in Chester County made national headlines for creating TikTok accounts impersonating their teachers. We ask: Are teens getting meaner in the digital age?

Air Date: July 9, 2024 12:00 pm

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A Amazon truck makes deliveries in Wheeling, Ill., Thursday, May 16, 2024. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
The Pulse
Science

How Amazon dominated the e-commerce market

Supply chain innovations helped the online juggernaut change the way we shop and achieve two-day delivery.

6 months ago

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Data centers are in Ashburn in Loudon County, Virginia, on Sunday, July 16, 2023. The centers house the computer servers and hardware required to support modern internet use, including artificial intelligence. The county is home to the world's largest concentration of data centers. (AP Photo/Ted Shaffrey)
The Pulse
Science

Data centers transformed Northern Virginia’s economy, but residents are wary of more expansion

The largest concentration of data centers in the world are in northern Virginia. Amazon estimates that around 70 percent of global internet traffic goes through the area.

6 months ago

Listen 10:40
United Nations Secretary General António Guterres speaks into microphones
Politics & Policy

United Nations launches global principles to combat online hate and lies, demands big tech and media take action

Principles laid out Monday call on tech companies, advertisers and media to refrain from using disinformation and hate speech for any purpose and ensure the ethical use of AI.

6 months ago

Someone using a kiosk
Health

Test and go: Delaware County to roll out automated health care kiosks in Chester, Media and Yeadon

The red health care kiosks in Chester, Media and Yeadon will dispense tests for free and provide results for RSV, flu A/B, COVID-19, STDs and HIV.

6 months ago

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