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Harrison Mace joins Green Philly Green Philly is very excited to be growing and announce a new member of our team.   Since 2008, Green Philly has grown from a hobby to a media organization with a diversity of sponsorships, grants,...

The 1,600 square-foot structure, which was ranked second in a previous review,  displayed as part of the competition near Beijing. Republished from Jefferson University. Article by Brian Hickey. With the 2022 Winter Olympics in full swing, a team from the...

PWD hosting virtual events in Feb & March to help customers get help Customers burdened by utility bills can get help from one city department. Philadelphia Water Department (PWD) announced a series of virtual events, #UtilityFairsPHL, in February and March...

Grant from the Pennsylvania Greenways, Trails, and Recreation Program secures land as community green space Another piece of land will remain “green,” thanks to funding with the support of local legislators. The Neighborhood Gardens Trust (NGT) was awarded a $125,000 grant...

Committee will take steps of addressing enviromnetal justice and creating a resilient future. The City and Office of Sustainability announced the launch of its first Environmental Justice Advisory Commission (EJAC), including the 17 residents selected. The Environmental Justice Commission began...

Terrill Haigler gathered 100 people for a cleanup. Now, he’s asking city officials to do their part. Terrill Haigler (aka Ya Fav Trashman) organized a cleanup in North Philadelphia on Monday for the MLK Day of Service. With over 100...

2030 is the new 2050 when it comes to the climate crisis Local groups are taking legal action to hold legislators accountable for the climate crisis. EmpowerNJ, a coalition of over 120 environmental groups sued the Murphy administration for its...

Ramkissoon, an immigrant and social entreprenuer, has advanced the work of small businesses from underrepresented communities across Latin America, Asia, sub-Saharan Africa, and the Middle East. After an open position, Sustainable Business Network has announced its new Executive Director. The...

PA Department of Enviromental Protection investing over $574K in local projects The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) announced funding for 12 projects to protect and restore the Delaware Estuary Coastal Zone. Funded primarily by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric...