News / Energy

Peco Power Wins Empower a Billion Lives Competition

Peco Power, a spin-out company from the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits), has been named the Energy Supply Track Winner in the IEEE Empower a Billion Lives competition. This global initiative recognizes scalable solutions that expand...

Feb 07, 2026 10:31 2026-02 - Peco Power wins prestigious Empower a Billion Lives competition

Peco Power Wins Empower a Billion Lives Competition

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News / Food Safety

FDA Expands Pecorino Romano Cheese Recall Due to Listeria Concerns

Several brands of Pecorino Romano cheese have been recalled across 20 states due to Listeria contamination, prompting the FDA to issue a Class I recall.

Jan 14, 2026 00:01 Cheese recalled in 20 states, including Oregon, bumped to highest FDA risk level due to listeria concerns

Food News / Recalls

Nationwide Pecorino Romano Recall Over Listeria Concerns

A nationwide recall of Pecorino Romano cheese has been upgraded to Class I status by the FDA due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. This poses a significant health risk, urging consumers to check their cheese products immedi...

Jan 08, 2026 22:01 Nationwide Cheese Recall Carries Risk Of Death—Here's What To Know

News / Energy

Pennsylvania Electricity Prices Increasing in December 2025

Starting December 1, 2025, Pennsylvania residents will see an increase in electricity prices. The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) is urging customers to understand their options and seek assistance if needed. This increase affe...

Nov 26, 2025 14:32 Electric prices in Pennsylvania going up on Dec. 1

News / Recalls

Boar's Head Pecorino Romano Cheese Recalled Due to Listeria Risk

Several Boar's Head Pecorino Romano cheese products are being recalled nationwide due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. Consumers are advised to check their refrigerators and discard or return affected products to avoi...

Nov 25, 2025 04:32 2 Popular Boar's Head Deli Products Recalled for Potential Listeria Contamination

News / Energy

Understanding and Combating Phantom Energy Use

Phantom energy use, also known as vampire power, refers to the electricity consumed by electronic devices and appliances when they are plugged in but not actively in use. This article explores how to identify and reduce this hidden energy d...

Oct 31, 2025 11:02 I&M warns against ‘phantom energy use’

Finance / Energy Assistance

PECO Offers $500 Grants to Help Customers Pay Overdue Bills

PECO is launching a new customer assistance fund to help households struggling with rising electricity bills. Starting August 4, 2025, qualifying customers can apply for a one-time $500 grant to be credited to their accounts. This initiativ...

Jul 31, 2025 19:03 PECO is offering $500 grants to help customers pay off overdue bills

News / Utilities

PECO Billing Glitches Shock Customers with Unexpectedly High Bills

Thousands of PECO customers in Pennsylvania have been affected by billing glitches since last fall, leading to significant issues such as unexpectedly high bills and months-long delays in receiving statements. This has caused considerable d...

Jun 02, 2025 12:34 PECO customer shocked after getting $12K statement, as others go months without bills

Energy / Home Improvement

Simple Ways to Cut Down Your Gas, Electric and Water Bills

Managing energy costs is a priority for many. With rising temperatures and increased energy usage during the summer, it's essential to find effective strategies to lower your gas, electric, and water bills. This article provides expert-appr...

May 09, 2025 11:05 PECO Advancing Tree and Vegetation Management Initiatives to Reduce Outages, Enhance Service Reliability