Articles Written by Julie Hancher

PWD hosting virtual events in Feb & March to help customers get help Customers burdened by utility bills can get help from one city department. Philadelphia Water Department (PWD) announced a series of virtual events, #UtilityFairsPHL, in February and March...

Grant from the Pennsylvania Greenways, Trails, and Recreation Program secures land as community green space Another piece of land will remain “green,” thanks to funding with the support of local legislators. The Neighborhood Gardens Trust (NGT) was awarded a $125,000 grant...

Committee will take steps of addressing enviromnetal justice and creating a resilient future. The City and Office of Sustainability announced the launch of its first Environmental Justice Advisory Commission (EJAC), including the 17 residents selected. The Environmental Justice Commission began...

The Timberloop™ take-back program launched with a customer incentive to recycle branded products. Apparel brand Timberland is taking part in the circular economy. Customers can return Timberland footwear, clothing, or accessories as a part of their new Timberloop™ take-back program. Collected...

Terrill Haigler gathered 100 people for a cleanup. Now, he’s asking city officials to do their part. Terrill Haigler (aka Ya Fav Trashman) organized a cleanup in North Philadelphia on Monday for the MLK Day of Service. With over 100...

2030 is the new 2050 when it comes to the climate crisis Local groups are taking legal action to hold legislators accountable for the climate crisis. EmpowerNJ, a coalition of over 120 environmental groups sued the Murphy administration for its...

New recycling program from Terracycle & Parade gives a second life to your used undies. What can you do with your underwear after you’re done using it? Terracycle and Parade have launched a recycling program for your undies, called Second...

Ramkissoon, an immigrant and social entreprenuer, has advanced the work of small businesses from underrepresented communities across Latin America, Asia, sub-Saharan Africa, and the Middle East. After an open position, Sustainable Business Network has announced its new Executive Director. The...

An op-ed on air pollution at the former PES Refinery from the United South/Southwest Coalition for Healthy Communities It would seem our state is having a bit of an environmental justice “moment.” In October, Governor Wolf and lawmakers announced the...