Angie Bacha

SEPTA approved its “doomsday budget.” Here are four ways you can support public transit in Philly.

SEPTA’s board voted to adopt a budget for Fiscal Year 2026 that will result in service cuts, higher fares, and…

8 months ago

Hot Philly schools, EPA workers declare dissent, city union on strike & more

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Over half of Philadelphia’s K-12 students are overheating in schools. 58 percent of…

8 months ago

Food recovery tool helps businesses divert excess food from landfills

This visual guide from a local nonprofit helps speed up decision-making for busy restaurants.   Food businesses in Philadelphia have a…

8 months ago

Compost network growing, rising temperatures, state energy plans, & more

Check out the latest sustainability news: Community Compost Network is expanding. Farm Philly, Parks and Recreation’s urban agriculture program, is…

9 months ago

How Louis Bartholomew supports greening efforts in Queen Village

Read about how our latest Civic Catalyst advocates for and supports greening efforts in Queen Village.  Name: Louis Bartholomew Role:…

9 months ago

Climate action updates, EPA deregulation, new gardens, & more

Check out the latest sustainability news: Office of Sustainability releases 2025 Climate Action Update. OSS released its first Climate Action…

9 months ago

How Fishtown neighbors organized for a pedestrian safety win

More than 500 residents advocated for change, leading to 40% longer crosswalk times on Girard Avenue It can be dangerous…

9 months ago

Protecting community gardens, PA’s green energy package & more

Check out the latest sustainability news: City Council votes to protect one of the city’s oldest and largest community gardens.…

9 months ago

Mayor Parker’s $2 Billion H.O.M.E. plan to tackle housing & climate change

Here’s how the city plans to retrofit the aging housing stock and support existing repair programs. Philadelphia is facing two…

9 months ago