Julie Hancher

May 2022 was hotter and wetter than average

Climate change is already making Philadelphia hotter and wetter. Monthly temperatures are trending hotter and wetter in line with climate…

3 years ago

Schoolyard with GSI opens  at Lowell Elementary

The space provides students access to an outdoor learning space and decreases the park equity gap in the Olney neighborhood.…

3 years ago

Environmental groups want to revamp Pa’s outdated recycling laws

Waste has increased 45% over the past 30 years. Act 101, PA's recycling law, has not been updated since 1988.…

3 years ago

Where to find a Community Compost site

The Parks and Rec program is up and running, on a neighborhood level. Philadelphia Parks and Recreation announced a community…

3 years ago

Earlier Summer temps in Philadelphia are another reminder of climate change

Climate change trends are shifting us towards warmer temps earlier in the year. May heating up is another reminder of…

3 years ago

Solar powered: Lancaster produced the most solar energy in PA

Pennsylvania ranks #23 in solar power, and #16 in wind power Renewables are gaining momentum. The contiguous U.S. generated an…

3 years ago

Where to get rid of hazardous waste in 2022

The Streets Department has five upcoming Household Hazardous Waste Events scheduled Have hazardous waste you need to get rid of?…

3 years ago

Parks on Tap returns in 2022

The traveling beer garden returns, as well as an outpost by Fairmount Water Works. Get ready for another season of…

3 years ago

Vote for The 2022 Clean Water Spokesdog

Choose your fav pup now through May 31 It's time to cast your vote... for your favorite canine The Philadelphia…

3 years ago