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The latest about how Philadelphia is becoming a more sustainable city.

This snowstorm made one thing clear: Philly needs better ways to get around

We wondered if the recent snowpocalypse might lead to a less car-dependent city. Instead, as cleanup drags on, residents say…

4 days ago

Trying to reduce waste? Here’s a practical, local guide for Philly residents

Local tips, services, and swaps to help you send less to the landfill. Climate change shows no signs of slowing…

2 weeks ago

Eco-Explainer: Why Philly has so many sinkholes

In early January, a giant sinkhole formed at an intersection in the West Oak Lane neighborhood of North Philadelphia after a water…

3 weeks ago

This Philly educator helps students map the land, water, and sociopolitical systems

High school educator Anna Herman is a self-described “food person.” But her interests and expertise extend well beyond the plate.…

3 months ago

Climate Change is overwhelming Philly’s sewers. Here’s what GSI can do for stormwater.

Why heavier rain means more sewage in Philly’s rivers As climate change brings more frequent and intense rainstorms to Pennsylvania,…

3 months ago

Advocates want the district’s long-term facilities plan to prioritize climate preparedness.

The Philadelphia school system is undergoing a facilities planning process and will be announcing school closures. Advocates say schools can…

3 months ago

Local activists tackle waste with ‘Philly Talks Trash’ newsletter

How neighbors in Northwest Philly are communicating waste reduction. This story was originally published in the Chestnut Hill Local, a…

3 months ago

The Friends keeping Penn Treaty Park’s Indigenous roots alive

How Penn Treaty Park got its name may be legend, but the community’s commitment to honoring that story is very…

4 months ago

Building connections: How Ash Richards uses land care as cultural preservation

The city’s Director of Urban Agriculture talks about the impact of history, gardening as collective power, and resources for food…

5 months ago

Organizing hope in tough political times: How PennEnvironment’s Flora Cardoni is fighting for a livable climate

The Deputy Director of PennEnvironment talks about the power of collective advocacy, the frustrations of politicking, and how you can…

5 months ago