Articles Written by Angie Bacha

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Angie Bacha (she/her) is a Philadelphia-based solutions journalist and recent Erasmus Mundus Master's in Journalism, Media and Globalisation student in Aarhus, Denmark. Previously, she worked as a student journalist at Community College of Philadelphia and Editorial Intern at Resolve Philly. Some other hats she has worn: Human Rights and Theatre Studies graduate; teaching artist; carpenter; AmeriCorps volunteer; and rock climbing gym shift supervisor. NEWS TIPS: angiebacha1@gmail.com

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New transit hub, schools turning into housing, & more

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: SEPTA opens new Wissahickon transit hub. The project began in 2023 and is expected to serve 5,000 bus riders a day. The new center includes weather-protected waiting areas, better lighting, and improved crosswalks....

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December 18, 2025 | 0

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City planning survey, bird songs as art, & more

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Philadelphia Planning Commission launches survey to hear from residents. The Philadelphia2050: Planning Together survey asks Philadelphians to provide their input on how the city should be built moving forward. The survey’s topics include...

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December 11, 2025 | 0

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City solar agreement, new pocket park, & more

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Philadelphia Water Department releases service line records. PWD will soon be sending out notices to property owners and residents to update them on the materials of their water service lines. These are annual...

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December 04, 2025 | 0

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Thanksgiving trash schedule, water bill relief, & more

Check out the latest sustainability news: Holiday trash and recycling collection schedule. In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday, city departments will be closed. There will be no trash or recycling pickup on Thursday or Friday of this week....

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November 26, 2025 | 0

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500 miles of trails, government reopens, & more

Catch up on the latest sustainability news Circuit Trails network reaches 500 miles of trails across the region. The Circuit Trails network connects Philadelphia to Trenton and beyond through walkable and bikeable trails. The network now includes 420 miles of completed...

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November 20, 2025 | 0

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Eco-Explainer: What is a rain garden?

Let’s dig into this form of GSI, and three perennial flowers that are also good for stormwater management. DYK you can help Philadelphia become cleaner and greener, and even fight climate change? One way to contribute in your neighborhood is...

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November 19, 2025 | 0

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PA exits RGGI, 10-cent bag fees, Birds supporting Birds & more

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Pa. budget deal officially kills key greenhouse gas program. Pennsylvania lawmakers approved a $50.1B state budget that officially withdraws the Commonwealth from the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI), a multi-state program designed to...

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November 13, 2025 | 0

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

The Philadelphia school system is undergoing a facilities planning process and will be announcing school closures. Advocates say schools can tackle health, safety, and climate at once. This article is published in collaboration through our Every Voice Every Vote work...

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November 06, 2025 | 0

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

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Sustainable Business Network welcomes new executive director. Zoraida Cordero is the new Executive Director at the Sustainable Business Network, whose mission is to help Philadelphia businesses become more sustainable and have a greater...

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November 06, 2025 | 0

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Articles Written by Angie Bacha

New transit hub, schools turning into housing, & more

City planning survey, bird songs as art, & more

City solar agreement, new pocket park, & more

Thanksgiving trash schedule, water bill relief, & more

500 miles of trails, government reopens, & more

Eco-Explainer: What is a rain garden?

PA exits RGGI, 10-cent bag fees, Birds supporting Birds & more

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

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

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