Philly

Gen Z for Sustainability engages youth in environmental activism

The new nonprofit, founded by a rising senior at William Penn Charter School, runs initiatives to protect the planet and…

8 months ago

Transforming a Garden into Neighborhood Pride: The Story of Tioga Hope Park and Garden

Collaborative efforts turn a vacant lot into a vibrant community hub. Gardening can be a hobby. But with invested neighbors,…

9 months ago

Ridge Avenue Reimagined: Blending History, Community & Sustainable Innovation

How the Roxborough CDC & Jefferson University MS is Sustainable Design collaborated to reimagine this historic commercial route into a…

9 months ago

Philly artists spark dialogue around climate change

Rhonda Babb and Chantal Westby challenge audiences to rethink their relationship with the planet, reminding us that we have agency…

9 months ago

How to find a green job in 2024

With more companies embracing the triple bottom line, finding a career that matches your values is getting easier. Here are…

1 year ago

PA Fibershed rekindles the looms of the keystone state

This local nonprofit uses education and advocacy to return textiles to PA, including its latest project: the Philly Dye Co-Op.…

1 year ago

Your A-Z Philadelphia Environmental Volunteer Guide

How to give back locally, from Goats to Gardens, Bottles to Boats, and everything in between. Ask anyone at any…

1 year ago

Philly Block Captains Hope Cleanups and Care Will Keep Streets Safe from Gun Violence

This story is republished from Love Now Media By Sammy Caiola When Nate Riley moved to his block in the…

1 year ago

Building Resilience: Strategies to create a sustainable future for Philadelphia

4 takeaways from Penn’s Future of Cities conference By 2050, nearly 90 percent of the U.S. population is projected to…

1 year ago

ReThink Disposable is helping restaurants tackle Philly’s plastic problem

This program from Clean Water Action helps businesses, government agencies, and consumers stop waterway plastic and litter at the source…

1 year ago