Philly’s trash is burned in Chester. Advocates say the health impacts don’t stay there

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As Philadelphia considers ending incineration tied to Chester pollution, environmental justice advocates point to health impacts in the region. “Do…

Mural Arts Institute closure, bike rack permits, budget hearings & more

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Catch up on the latest sustainability news:  PennDOT to repair potholes in Philly region. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has responded…

Data centers are booming in the Garden State. Are local communities ready?

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New Jersey is an attractive place to build a data center. Lawmakers and residents are struggling to keep up. This…

SEPTA real-time arrivals, FDR Park lawsuit, & more

2 months ago

Catch up on the latest sustainability news:  SEPTA to debut digital bus stop displays. SEPTA announced that it will be…

New research shows widespread “ghost forests” in New Jersey

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Scientists mapped millions of dead trees along the Atlantic coastline that show the impact of climate change and rising seas.…

Why are Philly recycling rates so low? A mix of contamination, culture and systems still make it complicated in 2026.

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City leaders, educators, and community advocates agreed on one thing at our recent recycling panel: fixing Philadelphia’s waste problem will…

Climate storytelling, nuclear production, & more

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Catch up on the latest sustainability news:  Chinatown Stitch design moves forward. The Chinatown Stitch – a project to build…

Open Streets helps businesses, Transit in the City Budget & more

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Catch up on the latest sustainability news:  Center City car-free streets increased sales for local businesses. Center City District released…

d’griot Cafe Brings Sustainable Food and Community Space to Germantown

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The Black-owned cafe in Maplewood Mall centers sustainable food, local vendors and community programming, all rooted in Germantown’s long tradition…

Lobbying polluters, SEPTA funding boost, & more

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Catch up on the latest sustainability news:  Farm Philly expands Community Compost Network. Farm Philly’s Community Compost Network is expanding…