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Climate change trends continue in Philadelphia. Here’s what the science says. Philadelphia experienced a wetter and much cooler October in 2022. The average temperature was 57.2°F was 1.0° cooler than normal, according to Climate Central. This is outside the norm:...

Drumroll for this year’s award recipients We’re still overjoyed at the 5th annual SustainPHL, which was celebrated last evening (October 20th) at the Academy of Natural Sciences. After an almost three-year hiatus, it was incredible to celebrate this year’s nominees...

This nominee is making a difference on a micro-level (neighborhood engagement, block captain, etc) and his/her/their efforts could be unrecognized. In October, Philadelphia’s SustainPHL Awards will highlight and celebrate these community changemakers. Join us to honor them and announce the...

These businesses are making an impact in our community, by employing community members as well as positively affecting our environment. Impact businesses are proof that for-profit enterprises can be stewards of social and environmental change, creating that triple-bottom line. In...

This person or group’s work advocates for equitable and fair involvement of marginalized communities in their environment. This award is new for 2022. In October, Philadelphia’s SustainPHL Awards will highlight and celebrate these community changemakers. Join us in honoring them...

Here are this year’s nominees for up-and-coming sustainability leaders. Jackson Kusiak, Solar States Jackson is a solar designer and salesperson and uses a community organizing approach to develop local community Solarize initiatives. The focus of his outreach and organizing work...

This nominee is combating climate change through communications, advocating, and influencing change. In October, Philadelphia’s SustainPHL Awards will highlight and celebrate these community changemakers. Join us to honor them and announce the recipient at the SustainPHL Awards on October 20...

This nominee is working to provide communities with equitable access to clean air & water, clean & open spaces, and energy-efficient resources, as well as protecting local wildlife & habitats. In October, Philadelphia’s SustainPHL Awards will highlight and celebrate these...

This nominee is promoting a sustainability cause and is an activist in his/her/their community by increasing visibility and awareness of sustainability initiatives to new & broader audiences. In October, Philadelphia’s SustainPHL Awards will highlight and celebrate these community changemakers. Join...