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Aqua Pennsylvania Highlights Leak Repair Program Following Fix A Leak Week
Aqua Pennsylvania recently joined in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) annual Fix A Leak Week by shining a light on a program that goes further than leak-detection tips: Aqua’s Leak Repair Program, which helps income-eligible customers cover the cost of fixing leaks that are driving up their water bills when customers reach out to Aqua before a…
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The Public-Private Partnership Required to Remove Forever Chemicals From Your Water
In more than 35 years working in water and wastewater operations, I’ve watched this industry transform in ways I never saw coming — and the pace of that change isn’t slowing down. Scientific advancements challenge us to be even better stewards of the environment and provide exemplary customer service. Engineers, chemists, and water treatment professionals…
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PECO’s All-of-the-Above Approach to Energy Affordability
Pennsylvania’s energy landscape is at a crossroads. After decades of relatively flat electricity demand, energy use hit an all-time high in 2024 and continues to rise — driven by data centers, AI, industrial reshoring, and electrification. At the same time, many power plants have retired across the PJM Interconnection region, and many renewable energy projects…
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Brandywine Valley HVAC Technician Rescues Cat Stuck High in Tree in East Bradford
On the morning of Mar. 5, a Brandywine Valley HVAC technician, Drew Knerr, was completing a service call on Copes Lane in East Bradford when he noticed a nearby customer’s cat stranded high in a tree. Taking a brief pause from his scheduled work next door, the technician set up a large ladder and carefully…
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PECO Reinforces Commitment to Fight Rising Energy Costs as Part of ‘The Exelon Promise’
As families and small businesses across southeastern Pennsylvania continue to face higher energy bills, PECO is reinforcing its commitment as parent company, Exelon, launches The Exelon Promise — a comprehensive, customer-first strategy focused on delivering immediate customer relief, strong protections amid growing demand, and long-term solutions to address the root causes driving higher costs. PECO…
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West Fallowfield Lands $1M Grant to Bring Public Water Line to 300-Year-Old Cochranville
West Fallowfield Township has secured a $1 million federal grant, moving the 300-year-old village of Cochranville closer to getting its first public water line, writes Brooke Schultz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Bringing public water to the mostly agricultural township in western Chester County has been a decade-long effort, according to Duane Hershey, chairman of the board of supervisors. A…
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New Records Set as Extreme Cold Drives PECO Customers to Use More Natural Gas, Electricity
Following Philadelphia’s second-coldest January in the past decade, and more than 30 days dipping below 32 degrees already in 2026, PECO customers set new natural gas usage records and pushed the region’s electric and natural gas systems to peak performance. On four separate days in January, natural gas usage surpassed the previous 20 highest usage days. The extreme weather continued into early February, driving customer energy usage significantly…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Accelerates Effort to Get the Lead Out Across Commonwealth
Since starting work on customer-owned service lines in 2024, Aqua Pennsylvania has surveyed construction materials for 71,239 of its customers’ drinking water service lines in support of the ongoing project. In addition, Aqua Pennsylvania has completed replacements of lead and galvanized drinking water service lines at 2,523 homes and businesses across the Commonwealth. While Aqua…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Supports West Chester Food Cupboard with New Emergency Generator
West Chester Food Cupboard (WCFC), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation, celebrated today the installation of a new generator that will allow the Chester County facility to remain fully open in the event of an extended power outage. Each year, WCFC purchases $800,000 worth of refrigerated and frozen food items. At any point in time, $50,000 worth…
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PECO Electric and Natural Gas Systems Stand Strong During Winter Storm Fern
Despite the significant impacts of Winter Storm Fern, PECO’s electric and natural gas systems performed with exceptional reliability, delivering safe and reliable service for customers across the company’s service area during one of the most challenging winter weather events in nearly a decade. At the same time, the company has continued its strong focus on…
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PECO to Highlight EV Savings, Clean Energy at Philadelphia Auto Show
Visitors to this year’s Philadelphia Auto Show, which runs from Jan. 31 through Feb. 8 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, will find more than cutting-edge cars on display. Through its sponsorship of the two electric vehicle test tracks — and an on-site educational booth — PECO is using the high-profile event as a hands-on classroom,…
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Pennsylvania American Water Urges Customers to Be Prepared during Sub-Freezing Weather
As temperatures across the Commonwealth reach sub-zero levels, Pennsylvania American Water encourages customers to prepare their homes and pipes, providing handy tips to help avoid costly repairs and unwanted stress from frozen pipes. The company also reminds customers that internal plumbing is the responsibility of the homeowner. “It’s important that customers take steps to protect their pipes from freezing, especially during extended cold periods like…
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Pennsylvania Supreme Court Blocks Proposed Sale of Chester Water Authority
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has blocked the proposed sale of the cash-strapped Chester Water Authority, which provides water service to 200,000 residents in Chester and Delaware counties, to a for-profit company, writes Peter Hall for the Pennsylvania Capital-Star. The justices’ decision means that the city’s financial guardian cannot unilaterally force the transfer of the water authority’s assets to the city…
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BVHVAC to Host Fixer Mixer on Feb. 10 to Support Chester County Families
Brandywine Valley Heating & Air Conditioning (BVHVAC) will serve as the host site for the Housing Partnership of Chester County’s upcoming Fixer Mixer, a community-centered fundraising and networking event designed to support Chester County families in securing and maintaining safe, comfortable homes. The Fixer Mixer will take place on Feb. 10, from 5:30-9:00 PM, with…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Awarded $16.9M in PENNVEST Funding for PFAS Treatment Projects
Aqua Pennsylvania has been awarded a combination of principal forgiveness loans and low-interest loans through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST). Funding totaling $16.9 million will support five PFAS treatment systems at nine community well sites in southeastern Pennsylvania, which will meet federal regulatory requirements. Aqua Pennsylvania is already in full compliance with the Pennsylvania…
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PECO Preparing to Support Customers Ahead of Weekend’s Winter Weather
A significant winter storm is forecast to bring periods of heavy snow and possible freezing rain across the region this weekend. In advance, PECO is coordinating its storm preparation and response efforts to support customers and is sharing important tips with customers, including how to report and track power outages, should they occur. PECO has…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Urges Customers to Protect Pipes Ahead of Winter Storm Fern
With Winter Storm Fern set to affect 180 million Americans this weekend, Aqua Pennsylvania is urging customers to take immediate steps to prevent frozen pipes, which can result in costly repairs and leave families without running water during the coldest days of the year. Pipes become especially vulnerable when temperatures stay below freezing for extended periods of time. Tips to…
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PFAS Treatment, Infrastructure Investment, and the Power of Partnerships
Last month, we completed the installation of our tenth PFAS treatment facility since 2018 at our Edgely Water Treatment Facility in Bristol Township, Bucks County. You may be wondering: What does it take to remove chemicals designed to last forever? The answer at the Edgley facility is six ion exchange resin filters, millions in funding,…
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