We ask: Could Philadelphia use geothermal energy to meet its climate goals? And, a new book of poetry explores the damage that people have done to each other and nature. Vultures may have a bad name, but they serve an important function. Plus, the construction of the Mariner East pipeline is finally complete.
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The turkey vulture has a cast-iron stomach - Vultures have such bulletproof digestive systems they can even eat anthrax. But their powerful stomachs also serve an important environmental function.
A nature poet grapples with life at the edge of the climate crisis - Penn State professor Todd Davis has a new book of poetry that explores the damage that people have done to each other and nature.
Geothermal energy lies right beneath our feet. Could Philadelphia tap into it? - Geothermal could help the city reach its goal of net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. It just has to convince the city-owned gas works.
Group highlights economic and public health costs of fracking - One study examined pregnant women who live near natural gas wells and their exposure to toxic chemicals like benzene.
Pennsylvania led gas-producing states in growth in 2021 - A new report credits the increase to unusually high gas prices in the second half of the year.
Advocates say stricter air permit for Clairton Coke Works could help ensure air quality - U.S. Steel claims adding new emission limits go beyond what is allowed by the Clean Air Act.
