New trash bill, utility assistance, National Estuaries Week, & more

1 month ago

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Council considers new bill for waste disposal contract. In June, City Council extended…

Announcing the SustainPHL 2026 Nominees

1 month ago

Meet the local leaders, organizations and changemakers shaping a more sustainable Philadelphia. Philadelphia has welcomed the world in 2026, from…

Trolley tunnel closures, Fall foliage predictions & more

2 months ago

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Philadelphia is experiencing some of the largest rain changes in the country. This…

What Does It Mean to Practice Community?

2 months ago

Individual choices matter, but building sustainable communities also requires cooperation, shared resources and stronger relationships. In this digital age, we…

Water rates rise, West Nile Virus spreads, & more

2 months ago

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Park group awarded arboretum accreditation. Friends of Penn Treaty Park has received Level…

How to protect our drinking water at the source

2 months ago

From watershed restoration to simple changes at home, protecting water relies on collective action. Chester, Ridley and Crum Creeks are…

Rally to keep the Academy of Natural Sciences open

2 months ago

The institution plays a vital role in educating the public about science and climate change. The Academy of Natural Sciences…

Heat waves, Academy closing & more

2 months ago

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Schools close for extreme heat. On Tuesday afternoon, 52 Philadelphia schools closed early…

Roadless Rule rescindment, Schuylkill Center renovations, & more

2 months ago

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: USDA threatens Pennsylvania public land. The U.S. Department of Agriculture is proposing to…

How your drinking water gets treated, from stream to faucet

2 months ago

Here’s a look at the intricate system of infrastructure, testing, treatment, and the people who help ensure your water is…