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“Ocean Bound” opens Saturday at the Academy of Natural Sciences; connects our local watershed to the sea – even when we’re not at the shore. How do our actions in the city affect the ocean? Ocean Bound, a new exhibit...

See hundreds of bird species right in the city At a recent sustainability event, a friend mentioned how she recently got into birding. Beyond the search for the next great fowl, she raved about the variety of people she met...

Thrive Flower focuses on supporting local farmers and lab-testing to ensure quality products. When the 2018 Farm Bill reclassified hemp as a legal crop to grow, it created opportunities for farmers and local entrepreneurs. But with the explosion of cannabidiol...

June is Great Outdoors Month. This local org is building community outdoors. After hitting the trails in Colorado during a 2017 vacation, Brandi Nicole’s life completely changed. Over the next two years, she worked full-time while completing a dual Master’s...

It’s been five years since Mayor Kenney announced ambitious plans for combating climate change locally. Here’s a look at how it’s going Former President Trump’s approach to climate policy was not the best. But his 2017 withdrawal from the Paris...

From consignment shops to recycled pieces, there’s an option for everyone. Want to wear clothing that matches your sustainable lifestyle? Whether you’re looking for thrifted deals or sustainably-made clothing that matches your values, Philly has a plethora of sustainable options...

Here’s a sneak peek of the 2022 exhibits It’s back! The PHS Philadelphia Flower Show is back from June 11 – 19th at FDR Park.  For the second consecutive year, the show returns to Franklin Delano Roosevelt Park due to the...

Shop from one of these small & local plant shops for your next green addition Plants are extremely useful, whether it be as a best friend, a house decoration, or a new hobby to take up. Plants have several benefits...

The Parks and Rec program is up and running, on a neighborhood level. Philadelphia Parks and Recreation announced a community compost program in 2019. It’s finally up and running, on a neighborhood-by-neighborhood level. Currently, the program requires residents to connect...