Advocates want the district’s long-term facilities plan to prioritize climate preparedness.

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The Philadelphia school system is undergoing a facilities planning process and will be announcing school closures. Advocates say schools can…

New SBN leadership, new round of city cleanups, & more

5 days ago

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Sustainable Business Network welcomes new executive director. Zoraida Cordero is the new Executive…

Local activists tackle waste with ‘Philly Talks Trash’ newsletter

7 days ago

How neighbors in Northwest Philly are communicating waste reduction. This story was originally published in the Chestnut Hill Local, a…

Kinetic Derby, Illegal Dumping Task Force, LIHEAP delays, & more

2 weeks ago

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Philadelphia Water Department appoints new commissioner. Benjamin C. Jewell, who previously served as…

Harnessing People Power: How Councilmember O’Rourke advocates for the environment and the working class

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Councilmember Nicolas O’Rourke discusses affordability and access to green initiatives in our latest Civic Catalyst series. Get to know: Councilmember…

Drumroll for the 2025 SustainPHL Award Recipients

3 weeks ago

Let's sail-ebrate the latest changemakers who are moving the region towards a sustainable, equitable place. Last evening was the 8th…

Community farm preservation, curbing animal cruelty, & more

3 weeks ago

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Community Farm gets closer to community ownership. The Philadelphia Land Bank has acquired…

Did you hear? There’s an election on November 4th, and your voice (or sitting at home) can impact the environment.

3 weeks ago

Philadelphia residents will not only vote on who will be the next district attorney, but also whether or not the…

Nature Challenge results, National Walk & Roll to School Day, & more

4 weeks ago

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Transit advocates demand better SEPTA funding. On Tuesday morning, transit advocates, including Transit…

Philly wants more trash cans and trees, believes civic engagement is key

4 weeks ago

Part Two of Every Voice, Every Vote research revealed that Philly takes pride in community engagement but believes neighborhoods could…