Suzanna Cook

Suzanna Cook is a lifelong Greater Philadelphia resident and graduate of Stockton University, where she obtained a B.S. in Sustainability with a concentration in Policy. Recently, she held positions on the editorial staff of her school’s independent student newspaper and as a Sustainability Specialist at Grand Canyon National Park. You can often find her riding the PATCO to Center City, crocheting with thrifted yarn, or practicing her latte art.

Eco Explainer: What are Green Building Certifications?

Unsure what those building plaques mean? Breaking down LEED, Passive House, Living Building Challenge, and other certifications. What does it…

2 weeks ago

March climate change data, Philly Tree Plan updates, a healthier Delaware, and more.

The latest in sustainability news: March is getting hotter in Philly. Last month’s average temperatures were 5.89° above normal at…

5 months ago

Horticulture in the Zoo, energy assistance for Philadelphians, and the latest funding cuts.

Catch up on this week's sustainability news: The Zoo’s gardens are getting a horticultural makeover. The Philadelphia Zoo is partnering…

5 months ago

Wildlife protections, Zero Fare in jeopardy, protests against EPA cuts, and more.

The latest in sustainability news: A new report by the PennEnvironment Research and Policy Center explains how wildlife corridors help…

6 months ago

Renewable energy for schools, Trump-DOGE impacts, open streets, and more.

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Philadelphia Gas Works is considering geothermal energy for the heating and cooling needs…

6 months ago

PFAs in waterways, the return of fire season, green jobs training, and more.

The latest in sustainability news: Philly residents can get free plants through a program to curb the spread of invasive…

6 months ago

Franklin Square improvements, water bill spikes, the Philadelphia Flower Show, and more.

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Franklin Square is getting some sustainable upgrades. Various capital investment projects were recently…

6 months ago

Green space in Kensington, a healthy Delaware River Basin, Camden air quality, and more.

The latest in sustainability news: 3rd graders helped design a new Kensington green space. A collaboration between the Trust for…

6 months ago

Solar co-ops, Delaware wins River of the Year, and Abington air quality concerns.

The latest in sustainability news: Pennsylvania’s 2025 River of the Year is…(drumroll please)... The Delaware! The Delaware River received the…

7 months ago