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A gas pipeline construction crew in Wyncote, Pennsylvania, replaces older pipes that are prone to leaking climate-heating methane. Men in hard hats work alongside construction equipment on a street that's lined with foliage.

NPR

Natural gas prices are low, but your monthly gas bill is up. Here’s why

by Jeff Brady October 13, 2025October 13, 2025

Gas utility bills are rising even though natural gas prices are down. That’s because a much larger share of your gas bill now goes to infrastructure instead of fuel.

Environment, Possibly Podcast

Can a doctor give you a prescription for solar panels?

by Nat Hardy, Kolya Shields and Megan Hall August 20, 2024August 20, 2024

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A new program at the Boston Medical Center says it prescribes solar panels to patients. But we wondered, what does that really mean?

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