Articles Written by Julie Hancher

We can (almost) officially call Chester County a clean energy hub. After Phoenixville committed to 100% clean energy last week, West Chester refused to be left behind. On Wednesday night, the Borough of West Chester, Pennsylvania voted unanimously to establish a goal...

Think businesses typically are only focused on the bottom line? That mindset is quickly changing. For SBN members and thousands of companies worldwide, missions go beyond the financial impacts. And the results are worth the effort. For one, millennials and younger...

One of the perks of growing your own food is enjoying it, right? Saint-Gobain recently launched a community garden at its headquarters in Malvern. But rather than employees reaping the benefits, they’re donating 100% of the produce to Chester County...

In 1969, Franklin Kury decided to make a change after reading the New York Times and learning that coal companies were able to pollute freshwater sources without penalty. He thought it was important to protect the environment through legislation. In...

Ready for an evening of delicious food that helps support a local cause? Join Food Moxie for a night of food curated by Birchtree Catering, wine courtesy of Moore Brothers, and wonderful company in celebration of Food Moxie honoring David...

Another climate victory for PA! The Phoenixville city council unanimously voted to transition to 100% renewable electricity (wind, solar and small-scale hydro) by 2035 on Tuesday night. This is a huge deal because it’s the first municipality in PA and...

Have hazardous materials around your house? Philadelphia’s annual events alow you to drop off materials – and you can even earn bonus Recyclebank points as a bonus. hazardous waste Materials to Drop Off Paint and Paint Related Materials Solvent-based paints...

Ever since I heard about Amtrak’s observation car, I had a dream to take a cross-country train ride. Then, I decided to make it happen. Planning this solo trip with a budget required a little planning (and not a ton...

Did you know that PA protects your right to a clean environment? “The people have a right to clean air, pure water, and to the preservation of the natural, scenic, historic and esthetic values of the environment. Pennsylvania’s public natural...