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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

The initiative is one of more than 60 conservation projects nationwide to receive a total of more than $122 million through Biden’s America the Beautiful Challenge.

New research from Climate Central shows record-breaking ocean temperatures helped spin hurricanes faster, creating more destructive wind speeds.

The restoration project involves dredging 380,000 cubic yards of sand from a shoal on the south side of the Indian River Inlet to rebuild the beach and dunes.

Between Thanksgiving and New Year's, there is about a 25% increase in food waste, according to the nonprofit organization the Ecology Center.

Items like TVs, game consoles and phones create toxic e-waste and emissions. Environmental advocates say repaired items are a better deal.

The region faces about a 10-inch deficit in rainfall. Three to four inches of rain a month are typical during the winter.

Homeowners are not required to inspect their septic systems until they sell their home, meaning deteriorating systems could go unnoticed.

Reservoir levels remain above thresholds that trigger drought operations, but officials could soon declare a water supply emergency.