The Region’s Aging Locks and Dams Could Put Growth on Lockdown
Moving goods on barges is big business. But it’s a part of the economy that floats precariously on infrastructure in dire need of an overhaul.
Economy
Can Environmentalists Reach Trump Voters? The Head of PennFuture Says, Yes.
From championing the cause of retraining miners to finding common ground in the public commons, veteran environmentalist Larry Schweiger thinks there are plenty of ways environmentalists can reach out beyond their base.
Here’s How to Advance an Environmental Agenda in the Trump Years
Urban revitalization expert Majora Carter thinks environmentalists can still be effective by finding areas where environmental and economic development goals overlap.
Governor Wolf Touts Jobs Coming from Shell’s New Ethane Cracker
Governor Tom Wolf says Shell's new petrochemical plant could mark the start of a new era of manufacturing in western Pennsylvania.
Getting By After the Fracking Boom
StateImpact Pennsylvania returns to the small town of Towanda, where four years ago, fracking was pumping big money into the local economy. But how are residents faring now that the boom has turned bust?
How Labor and Environmental Groups Are (Finally) Finding Common Ground
Gone are the days when unions and environmentalists were mortal enemies. Today, both groups are pushing a new plan to rebuild the country's infrastructure that they say is a winner for workers and the environment.
Delaware River Ports Face Tough Competition As Dredging Project Nears Completion
The jury's still out on whether the $400-million dredging project on the Delaware River will be a boom or boondoggle.
As Coal Fades, What’s Next for Thousands of Miners?
There's no sugarcoating it—the coal industry is in a state of free fall. And thousands of laid-off miners are struggling to find a path forward.
How Did Things Get So Bad, So Fast for the Coal Industry?
Less than a decade ago, the coal industry was at its peak. Now, bankruptcies across the industry are leading many to question whether it's the beginning of the end for coal. So what happened?
Former Coal Workers Embark on a High-Tech Future
As the coal industry fades, business leaders in Appalachia are laying the groundwork for a more diverse—and high-tech—economy.
