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New EV training program, rapture exhibit & more.

The latest in sustainability news this week

Philly is introducing a new program to train workers to build electric car infrastructure in the city with a $1.46 million federal grant. “Plug in Philly” is aiming to train 45 workers, which would expand electric vehicle use in the city. The Inquirer

The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education is hosting a Slow-Burning Rapture art exhibit through May 3, 2024. The art pieces include a variety of media including sculpture, installation, video, sound and 3D models that explore our relationship to the natural world. Featured artists include Tim Portlock, Talia Greene, Jordan Deal, Sarah Peoples, and Leslie Mutchler with Jason Urban (JULMstudios)

The City is updating its traffic calming request process to make it easier for residents to provide input to make streets safer. Visit Philly’s traffic calming request page for more info and to get safer streets.

Featured image: Exhibit from the Schuylkill Center’s Slow-Burning Rapture

Julie Hancher

Julie Hancher is Editor-in-Chief of Green Philly, sharing her expertise of all things sustainable in the city of brotherly love. She enjoys long walks in the park with local beer and greening her travels, cooking & cat, Sir Floofus Drake.

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