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Philadelphia Water Department asks for 20% rate increase in next 2 years The planned hike comes after two previous years of rate increases

January 25, 2023
Thousands of Pa. homeowners feel stuck with homes, vital utilities on the line Backlogs and bottlenecks have dragged out wait times for a $350 million Pennsylvania mortgage relief program

January 24, 2023
Tips on what to do if you suspect a natural gas leak In the wake of the Port Richmond row house explosion, utilities are suggesting calling 911 as part of a series of steps to take

January 2, 2023
Residents’ energy conservation over frigid weekend prevented a larger strain on power grids The weekend cold strained power grids, but PECO said electricity was restored quickly

December 28, 2022
Philly Water Department reminds people to protect indoor pipes as temps plunge The department has suggestions for guarding against breaking pipes due to the cold

December 23, 2022
PECO customers to get 2nd straight natural gas rate hike The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission approved a smaller rate hike than what PECO sought

October 28, 2022
Woman accused of taking pandemic money meant to avoid eviction, utility shutoffs

October 3, 2022
New Atlantic City Electric smart meters: What you need to know

September 5, 2022
Solar Week in Philly aims to battle disproportional effect of climate change Leaders say more than 100 property owners in Philadelphia have gone solar through Solarize Philly, creating hundreds of jobs

August 15, 2022
Pennsylvania utility companies raise electricity rates by as much as 45% Pennsylvanians could see anywhere from a single-digit increase to 45%

June 1, 2022