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Safe Streets, Refinery Leaks & Soaring Eagles

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Safer streets coming to Pine and Spruce. Philadelphia Bike Action held a citywide meeting featuring invited guest, Rich Lazer, Executive Director of the Philadelphia Parking Authority. Participants discussed new safety and mobility projects...

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Catch up on the latest sustainability news: 25 Philly-Area Solar for Schools grants awarded. Lawmakers and educational leaders hope that the funds for green energy projects will help lessen the burden of rising energy costs. Representative Elizabeth Fiedler, who introduced...

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How to match your dollars with your values: Invest in less plastic, not fossil fuels.

Green Century has helped investors and businesses support the planet, not polluters, for over 30 years with your retirement savings. You may shop local, take public transit, and aim to match your lifestyle with your values – but what about...

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Can a greener Philly reduce crime?

In a bid to improve public safety, quality of life initiatives are bringing brighter lights and more green spaces to Philadelphia. This story was published by The Trace, a nonprofit newsroom covering gun violence in America. Sign up for its...

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