Angie Bacha

Will Philly’s Tree Plan wither or thrive? Experts push for action & “proactive” care.

Despite planting thousands of trees, funding cuts and public distrust pose challenges. On Wednesday, March 5, the Philadelphia Council of…

9 months ago

Effort to adapt Philly schools to rising temperatures threatened by Trump

As federal programs are being slashed, IRA funding designed to help schools adapt to rising temperatures now faces an uncertain…

9 months ago

“The rug pulled out”: Inside the EPA firings in Philadelphia’s Region 3 headquarters

Employees fear the long-term impact of eliminating environmental justice programs. Jada Ackley believed that her position as an EPA Environmental…

9 months ago

How David Evans keeps his neighborhood litter-free and well-informed

As founder of Block by Block and social media educator, Evans is an activist for the modern era. David Evans,…

9 months ago

10 Ways to Get Involved in Philly’s Green Scene (and maybe even land a job)

You asked, so we delivered! Wondering how to get more involved in Philadelphia’s sustainability, climate, and environmental justice scene? Well,…

10 months ago

Kristen Bowman Kavanagh is an “optimistic realist” for clean water

Green Philly’s latest Civic Catalyst is Kristen Kavanagh, the new Executive Director of the Delaware River Basin Commission. Role: Executive…

10 months ago

Staying clear-eyed: How climate groups are continuing their work despite a new federal administration

Green Philly spoke with four local climate and sustainability organizations about how they are preparing for forecasted changes to climate…

10 months ago

Do you experience dangerous streets? Here’s how to request traffic calming.

Vision zero says residents should report unsafe streets. But is this working for residents? The city’s most recent Vision Zero…

11 months ago

“Short-sighted and non-targeted:” Local sustainability experts weigh in on twice weekly trash collection

Green Philly checks in with neighborhoods and trash experts during the early days of Clean and Green’s new twice-a-week trash…

12 months ago