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Despite planting thousands of trees, funding cuts and public distrust pose challenges. On Wednesday, March 5, the Philadelphia Council of the Environment held a hearing to review the Philly Tree Plan, a ten-year plan to increase the city’s tree canopy....

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Franklin Square is getting some sustainable upgrades. Various capital investment projects were recently announced for the historic green space, including new bike lanes, a playground incorporating nature-based play, and a switch to LED...

As federal programs are being slashed, IRA funding designed to help schools adapt to rising temperatures now faces an uncertain future. By Angie Bacha (Green Philly) and Elizabeth Miller (Climate Central) This is the first story in a two-part series...

The latest in sustainability news: 3rd graders helped design a new Kensington green space. A collaboration between the Trust for Public Land and Webster Elementary School empowered students to learn about green infrastructure, the water cycle, site analysis, and more...

Employees fear the long-term impact of eliminating environmental justice programs. Jada Ackley believed that her position as an EPA Environmental Protection Specialist was a solid career choice. “You are told that federal employment is typically pretty stable,” said Ackley. Instead,...

The latest in sustainability news: Pennsylvania’s 2025 River of the Year is…(drumroll please)… The Delaware! The Delaware River received the most votes at 2,962 out of the 8,037 who participated in public voting. As a result, the Upper Delaware Preservation...

As founder of Block by Block and social media educator, Evans is an activist for the modern era. David Evans, Green Philly’s latest Civic Catalyst, equates civic engagement to maintaining a healthy relationship. “You can’t just vote and be done...

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Environmental risks at the site of the Northeast Philly plane crash are being addressed. Potential environmental impacts of the accident include poor air quality as well as soil contamination from spilled jet fuel....

The latest in sustainability news: January was cold, but climate change is still warming up Philly winters. Although last month’s average temperatures were 3.3°F below normal at 30.4°F, data has shown that January is still Philly’s fastest-warming month with a...