Lifestyle

How to incorporate sustainable habits into your lifestyle

PECO Bills are high. Here’s how to cut your energy bills & save money this winter

Whether you rent or own your home, learn why you're seeing higher bills, how to cut down & Philadelphia payment…

1 month ago

The low-waste holiday gift guide for everyone on your Philly list

Running out of ideas for everyone from your brother to Gritty? Here's a list of thoughtful gifts from alpaca encounters…

3 months ago

Eco-Explainer: What is a rain garden?

Let's dig into this form of GSI, and three perennial flowers that are also good for stormwater management. DYK you…

4 months ago

What to know before you buy a hermit crab at the Jersey Shore

Hermit crabs aren’t beach souvenirs. They are exotic creatures that require lots of care and can live for decades. This…

7 months ago

Eco-Explainer: What is the Difference Between a Heat Advisory and a Heat Warning?

Feeling the heat? Learn how heat alerts can help you beat it and protect your health. While walking in the…

8 months ago

The car-light life: How Philadelphians are rethinking their rides

Car-free living isn't for everyone. Here's why some Philadelphians are opting for a “car-light” approach without completely giving up their…

8 months ago

How nature journaling can help you explore local ecosystems

A simple notebook can help you slow down, observe, and reconnect with your local environment. A cool breeze rustles gently…

8 months ago

A bird-a-thon without birdwatching? For blind birders, it’s all about sound

From Malvern to Massachusetts, the first blind birding event showed accessibility in action. Chester County resident Natanya Sortland suddenly lost…

9 months ago

How to match your dollars with your values: Invest in less plastic, not fossil fuels.

Green Century has helped investors and businesses support the planet, not polluters, for over 30 years with your retirement savings.…

10 months ago

Clothes, toys, and community: Everland is Philly’s sustainable playroom that has it all

This Queen Village business blends open play, clothing swaps, and eco-conscious community. Between outgrown clothes, forgotten toys, and gear that…

11 months ago