Utilities
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How PECO Works to Manage Energy Prices for Customers
These days, prices for everyday items seem to be higher than ever before. From gasoline to groceries, consumers are paying more than they’re used to for the goods and services they rely on. The market also drove energy prices higher in recent years; however, prices have begun to slowly decline in the spring of 2023.…
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After Early-August Storm Wreaked Havoc on Region, PECO Went into ‘Storm Mode’ to Restore Power
The thunderstorm that hit the region on Aug. 7 left 139,000 homes without power in just a few minutes, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. For PECO employees, who said the storm was one of the worst they could recall, the end of the storm marked the start of a race to get the…
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PECO Helps You Understand Your Energy Supply Contract
In Pennsylvania, utility customers have the opportunity to choose their electricity or natural gas supplier, which may save them money. Regardless of who you choose to supply your energy, PECO will continue to serve as your energy delivery company and will respond to outages, manage billing, etc. As electricity and natural gas supply rates increased…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Invests $3 Million into Delaware County Infrastructure
Aqua Pennsylvania is investing $3 million in Delaware County infrastructure to replace nearly 7,000 feet of aging water main in Upper Darby and Upper Providence townships. The company is upgrading aging water mains with ductile iron water mains, which are more durable and comprised of nearly 90 percent recycled materials. This investment is part of…
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Ridley Park Native, PECO’s First Female COO, Works to Keep the Power On
The onslaught of storms and excessive heat has more of us thinking about possible power outages this summer. Luckily, there’s a local woman over at PECO who’s on the job, writes Eri McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Nicole LeVine of Ridley Park has been PECO’s chief operating officer—the first woman to hold that position—for less…
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Aqua Encourages Customers to Apply for Aid with Water, Wastewater Bills
Aqua Pennsylvania encourages customers in need to apply for new financial support through the Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) available now through Aug. 11, 2023. Through LIHWAP, a temporary federal emergency water and wastewater assistance program, Pennsylvania homeowners or renters can receive up to $2,500 in benefits if their household income is below the state’s 2023 income…
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Delaware County Benefits From PECO Natural Gas Investments
PECO’s natural gas investment included more than 96 Delaware County projects in 2022 so the county would have a safe and reliable natural gas system. PECO executed a multi-million-dollar investment plan which included equipment inspections, preventative maintenance, repairs, and installation of new natural gas mains and service lines to reach more customers. During the next…
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Delaware County Leadership: Justin Brame, Senior Manager of Operations, Pennsylvania American Water
Justin Brame, senior manager of operations for Pennsylvania American Water, recalled the difficulties of growing up poor, including living in a camper and doing odd jobs for neighbors to earn money. He found his comfort zone in hunting, fishing and being outdoors and developed a strong work ethic, at first, out of necessity. Brame enlisted…
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Work’s in Progress on Delaware County’s Infrastructure
Four major players involved in Delaware County’s infrastructure had an opportunity to talk about modernizing the county’s aging infrastructure at a Delaware County Chamber of Commerce breakfast Friday, writes Linda Stein for the Delaware Valley Journal The Philadelphia International Airport is taking on a massive cargo expansion project, and two-thirds of the land is in…
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Remembering Edward ‘Ned’ Foley, Haverford High Grad and Former IBEW Local 98 President
Edward “Ned” Foley, former president of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 98, passed away at age 86 in his Linfield home. He was taken by lung disease. Lizzy McLellan Ravitch authored his Philadelphia Inquirer notice. Foley was born in Havertown, the youngest of 14 children, and attended Haverford High School. Later, as…
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Essential Utilities Names Alicia Beauchamp to Lead Aqua Division’s Environmental Laboratory
Essential Utilities has named Alicia Beauchamp, a 20-year veteran of the company, as Director of its state-of-the-art water analysis and technology lab. The lab is a cornerstone of the company’s work to ensure water quality across the eight states where it operates Aqua water and wastewater services. Beauchamp played a significant role in the company’s…
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Environmental Review Needed for Marple PECO Station, Judge Rules
A planned PECO “gas reliability station” at Sproul and Cedar Grove roads in Broomall that sparked resident protest cannot proceed until the Public Utility Commission conducts an environmental review, a Commonwealth judge has ruled. In March 2022, the Pennsylvania PUC approved the controversial project. Judge Ellen Ceisler has now overturned that approval, stating the PUC…
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Essential Utilities Partners on Cobbs Creek Golf Course Restoration
The Cobbs Creek Foundation and Essential Utilities have announced a multi-year strategic partnership to help revitalize one of Philadelphia’s largest green spaces, the Cobbs Creek Golf Course, and enhance the quality of life for all residents in the region through a $1 million donation from its Essential Foundation. The funding and partnership will support CCF’s…
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Aqua Invests $1.5 Million in Main Replacement Project in Haverford Township
Aqua Pennsylvania announced that a $1.5 million main replacement project is underway in Haverford Township. This investment is part of Aqua’s continuing infrastructure improvement program to improve service and reliability for customers on the Main Line. Crews recently began working to replace 4,808 feet of aging 6-inch water mains with new 8-inch ductile iron water…
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Aqua Invests $1.2 Million in Main Replacement Project in Springfield Township
Aqua Pennsylvania announced that a $1.2 million main replacement project is underway in Springfield Township. This investment is part of Aqua’s continuing infrastructure improvement program to improve service and reliability for customers throughout Delaware County. Crews are working to replace 4,674 feet of aging 6-inch water mains with new 8-inch ductile iron water mains, which…
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Aqua Expands Electric Vehicle Fleet With $36,000 State Grant
Aqua Pennsylvania has announced it has been awarded a $36,000 grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). The grant, which will enable Aqua to replace gasoline and diesel utility vehicles with all-electric versions, is part of the DEP’s Alternative Fuel Incentive designed to improve air quality and reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Pennsylvania…
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Aqua Invests $1.6 Million in Main Replacement Project in Delaware County
Aqua Pennsylvania has announced a $1.6 million main replacement project is underway in Springfield. This investment is part of Aqua’s continuing infrastructure improvement program to improve reliability for customers throughout Delaware County. Crews are working to replace 6,089 feet of aging 6-inch water mains with new 6-and 8-inch ductile iron water mains, which are more…
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Aqua Offers Tips to Prevent Pipes from Freezing This Winter
As colder weather approaches, Aqua Pennsylvania is reminding homeowners they should take steps now to prevent their household water pipes from freezing this winter. Frozen pipes become a concern when the air temperature drops below freezing for a sustained period. “Any time temperatures drop below freezing for a sustained period, frozen pipes become a concern,”…
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