Julie Hancher

December was the second warmest in Philadelphia since 1872

The not-so-white Christmas wasn't normal; the month was also drier than normal. Climate change will bring warmer and wetter weather…

4 years ago

‘Don’t Look Up’ isn’t about the future; it’s happening now

The Netflix hit addresses the climate crisis with nods to current battles of taking action A few days before Christmas,…

4 years ago

Good news to close the year: Philadelphia given an “A” for climate action

Environmental non-profit CDP gave 95 cities a top score on climate action, including the city of brotherly love. With 2021…

4 years ago

Where to Recycle your Christmas Tree in Philadelphia – 2022 update

Don't put your Christmas tree on the curb so it can sit in a landfill forever. Here's better options. The…

4 years ago

Good news: We’re continuing our watershed reporting for another 2 years

Green Philly has been awarded funding from the William Penn Foundation for a second time. This past year has been…

4 years ago

Green Building United announces 2021 Groundbreaker Awards recipients

Annual awards celebrate leaders in sustainable design Green Building United hosted its annual Groundbreaker Awards virtually last evening. The Groundbreaker…

4 years ago

These warm December temperatures outside? Blame Climate Change.

No, these 60 degree days aren't normal for December. As much as we may enjoy them... Temperatures this week have…

4 years ago

City releases PGW Diversification study to start path towards decarbonization

Study explores four ways to decarbonize by 2050 Philadelphia has a goal to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. But one…

4 years ago

5 reasons to gift local this holiday season

Celebrate Sustainably with Philly Foodworks The holiday shopping rush seems extra panicky this year, thanks to global supply chain issues…

4 years ago