Articles Written by Tonya Russell

You’ve seen environmental justice come under fire. But what does the term mean? Here are the basics of what it is – and why it matters now more than ever. Environmental justice is a term that describes the principle of...

This Queen Village business blends open play, clothing swaps, and eco-conscious community. Between outgrown clothes, forgotten toys, and gear that barely gets used, childhood can be a pretty wasteful time for parents. But one Philly mom found a better way...

As climate change extends dry seasons, the Philadelphia region faces more frequent fires. Here’s how to protect yourself. Despite western states historically experiencing the majority of wildfires, the Philadelphia region is at an elevated fire risk. Wildfires in Wharton State Forest in...

A new grant program can clean up deserted boats that pose environmental or safety hazards. A US Boat Foundation grant program seeks to ease the environmental impact caused by abandoned boats. This grant program could potentially help with efforts to...

You’ve probably heard of greenwashing. So what’s the ‘hush’ about? While many companies have sustainability built into their operations, quite a few won’t publicize the efforts that they make. This practice is called “greenhushing.” With an overwhelming number of businesses...

With more companies embracing the triple bottom line, finding a career that matches your values is getting easier. Here are a few ways to start looking. Whether you work at a vegan restaurant or in a solar company that wants...

How Eric Dale and Julie Woodard are turning Philly’s waste into stunning installations A new installation combines puzzles and art from upcycled trash to connect visitors with their surroundings. Eric Dale and Julie “Juicebox” Woodard created Pockets of Light, installations...

PennEnvironment study highlights contaminants’ effects on equitable river access The Delaware River has a Pollution Problem A PennEnviroment report explains exactly how polluted the river is and how often the water is safe for recreation The Floatopia jury has spoken:...

As temperatures heat up, these advocates raise awareness to keep the river clean and accessible. During hot summer months, nothing is as refreshing as a dip in the water. However, it hasn’t been as simple for city dwellers as jumping...