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Climate Central’s monthly report revealed that Marches are getting over 3.1°F warmer on average If March felt warmer than normal, it was. The month’s average temperature of 45.1°F was 1.6° above normal. Marches in Philadelphia are getting hotter, leading to...

Public health takeaways from the Delaware River chemical spill Millions drink, shower, and wash their clothes every day with water from the Delaware River Watershed without thinking twice about its origin. But the recent chemical spill in Bristol Township was...

Environmental advocates welcomed the roadmap to improve Philadelphia’s tree canopy while questioning its cost and consistency with recent clear-cutting. The Philly Tree Plan, released last month by Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, offers a detailed blueprint to reverse the declining trend...

Here’s a quick summary of the background, common questions and where your drinking water comes from. UPDATE 3/28 at 10:00 AM: The Philadelphia Water Department issued an alert that drinking water is safe at least through Wednesday, March 29th at...

Over 10 sessions discussed the circular economy, breaking away from fossil fuels and more. The IPCC issued its most dire climate report earlier this week, calling it the “last chance” to save the planet. So, it was perfect timing for...

From climate organizing, protecting watersheds and planting trees, these women have an impressive track record for local sustainability efforts. PennFuture hosted their annual Celebrating Women in Conservation Awards on Tuesday at the Fitler Club in Philadelphia. Eleven women were honored...

Plan outlines a 10-year strategy for the equitable growth and care of Philadelphia’s urban forest.  The City and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation released its first-ever Philadelphia Tree Plan on February 23, 2023. Over 9000 residents provided input in the plan...

The month was way warmer and dryer, as trends of climate change continue to show. Spotting shorts in February is unusual. This past month, you may have noticed way warmer days than normal. Philadelphia was much warmer than normal and much...

Read Grid’s Mayoral Voter Guide, republished here. This Voter Guide was originally published in Grid and republished as part of the Every Voice, Every Vote coalition. Want to hear from Mayoral candidates directly about climate change, emissions, and systems? Register...