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How Erica Brown leads young people to “Sunrise” in the fight for climate justice

The Sunrise Philly Director shares her vision, challenges, and what keeps her going in the latest Green Philly Civic Catalyst…

2 months ago

No more stopping in bike lanes, enviro groups sue over toxic chemical, and how public spaces contribute to thriving democracies

Catch up on the latest sustainability news:  Stopping in bike lanes now ticketed. PPA began issuing tickets to vehicles blocking…

2 months ago

Got to go? PHLASK helps you find public restrooms & water fountains in Philly

An app created to help users find drinking water in the city has expanded to include public restrooms, food, and…

2 months ago

Philly students face longer commutes, how to make less trash, & more

Catch up on the latest sustainability news:  Salvage shop closes; owner talks mission of reuse. Sam Beaty, owner of Beaty…

2 months ago

DC 33 strike ends, new recycling resource, & more

Catch up on the latest sustainability news:  End of DC 33 Strike. After all-night negotiations, the city and AFSCME District…

2 months ago

SEPTA approved its “doomsday budget.” Here are four ways you can support public transit in Philly.

SEPTA’s board voted to adopt a budget for Fiscal Year 2026 that will result in service cuts, higher fares, and…

2 months ago

Hot Philly schools, EPA workers declare dissent, city union on strike & more

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Over half of Philadelphia’s K-12 students are overheating in schools. 58 percent of…

3 months ago

Here’s a map for where to take your trash during the DC 33 Strike in Philly

Glitter built an interactive map for this challenging time. Plus: why some residents are refusing to use the drop-off sites.…

3 months ago

Food recovery tool helps businesses divert excess food from landfills

This visual guide from a local nonprofit helps speed up decision-making for busy restaurants.   Food businesses in Philadelphia have a…

3 months ago

Compost network growing, rising temperatures, state energy plans, & more

Check out the latest sustainability news: Community Compost Network is expanding. Farm Philly, Parks and Recreation’s urban agriculture program, is…

3 months ago