Julie Hancher

Climate optimism for Earth Day: Solutions for Pennsylvania

The IPCC made it clear: we have to lower emissions by 2030. But in Pennsylvania, we have local solutions available.…

2 years ago

Philadelphia Water Department Utility Fairs help Philadelphians with unpaid bills to avoid shutoffs

Residents can get assistance before shutoffs resume next month Philadelphia residents struggling with unpaid utility bills can get help before…

2 years ago

10 community orgs receive grants for trail use

Circuit Trails Coalition Community Grants Program is investing $150K in the region. Trail enthusiasts can celebrate more. The Pennsylvania Environmental…

2 years ago

March was much warmer and drier than normal

Climate Central's monthly report revealed that Marches are getting over 3.1°F warmer on average If March felt warmer than normal,…

2 years ago

Woodergate 2023 explainer: What we know about chemical spill in the Delaware & the City Water Supply

Here's a quick summary of the background, common questions and where your drinking water comes from. UPDATE 3/28 at 10:00…

2 years ago

‘Progress Over Perfection’ shows the complexity of climate solutions during our 3rd annual virtual symposium

Over 10 sessions discussed the circular economy, breaking away from fossil fuels and more. The IPCC issued its most dire…

2 years ago

PennFuture honored 11 women in conservation during awards ceremony

From climate organizing, protecting watersheds and planting trees, these women have an impressive track record for local sustainability efforts. PennFuture…

2 years ago

Can Philly quit its natural gas addiction? Vicinity Energy holds one piece of the decarbonization puzzle.

To cut our ties with natural gas, we must reimagine powering our city. Luckily, Philly has a solution with a…

2 years ago

“Philadelphia Tree Plan” released for the first time in City

Plan outlines a 10-year strategy for the equitable growth and care of Philadelphia’s urban forest.  The City and Philadelphia Parks…

2 years ago