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A photo of the Philadelphia skyline taken in October, 2021
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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.

2 years ago

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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.

2 years ago

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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.

2 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.

2 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.

2 years ago

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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.

2 years ago

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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.

2 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.

2 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.

2 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.

2 years ago

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Science

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

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NPR
Politics & Policy

A 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

Outdoor press conference in Harrisburg
Politics & Policy
StateImpact Pennsylvania

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

A panel of South Philly residents and activists kick off a day-long summit on the redevelopment of the former PES refinery
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

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

Charred and smoking trees are visible.
Community

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

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