Lifestyle

Car-free living isn’t for everyone. Here’s why some Philadelphians are opting for a “car-light” approach without completely giving up their vehicles – and how other drivers can do the same. A growing number of Americans are opting out of driving,...

A simple notebook can help you slow down, observe, and reconnect with your local environment. A cool breeze rustles gently through the lush, green leaves as you make your way down a wooded trail. You want to capture the splendor...

From Malvern to Massachusetts, the first blind birding event showed accessibility in action. Chester County resident Natanya Sortland suddenly lost considerable vision in 2015, following a freak accident. When she was invited on a birding date, she recalled saying, “Hello!...

Green Century has helped investors and businesses support the planet, not polluters, for over 30 years with your retirement savings. You may shop local, take public transit, and aim to match your lifestyle with your values – but what about...

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...

In a world saturated with digital content, Philly-based creators are using their platforms to reconnect us with the environment — and inspire real-world action right in our own neighborhoods. In 2023, local urban forester Andrew Conboy, aka @Andrew_the_Arborist, posted a...

You asked, so we delivered! Wondering how to get more involved in Philadelphia’s sustainability, climate, and environmental justice scene? Well, friend, much like our love for the planet, the options are endless ??! Below, we compiled a list of 10...

Parenting is hard. But leading a more sustainable lifestyle doesn’t have to be, according to local business owners. As the New Year unfolded, many of us created resolutions to lead healthier, productive, and organized lives. As parents, we strive for...

Learn how birding improves mental health, fosters patience, and how to help avian populations. At the height of the pandemic, there was a 50% sales increase of bird seed and bird-watching accessories. Becoming a “bird nerd” seemed to become trendy...