BREAKING: Circle Compost merging with Bennett Compost
Philadelphia’s two private composting services are now combined into one. Circle Compost and Bennett Compost have announced that the two Philadelphia-based composting services will merge in 2026. Citing rising operational costs and ongoing barriers to securing a permitted composting site...
Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Philadelphia Planning Commission launches survey to hear from residents. The Philadelphia2050: Planning Together survey asks Philadelphians to provide their input on how the city should be built moving forward. The survey’s topics include...
The low-waste holiday gift guide for everyone on your Philly list
Running out of ideas for everyone from your brother to Gritty? Here’s a list of thoughtful gifts from alpaca encounters to refillery finds: The holiday season is here, bringing chances to reconnect, celebrate, and give. Whether you’re celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah,...
Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Philadelphia Water Department releases service line records. PWD will soon be sending out notices to property owners and residents to update them on the materials of their water service lines. These are annual...
In an attempt to reach a new state budget, Pennsylvania has been pulled from RGGI, raising concerns among climate activists about the state’s environmental commitments. Pennsylvania lawmakers and Governor Josh Shapiro voted to withdraw Pennsylvania from the Regional Greenhouse Gas...
Check out the latest sustainability news: Holiday trash and recycling collection schedule. In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday, city departments will be closed. There will be no trash or recycling pickup on Thursday or Friday of this week....
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Explore the 38-acre Strawberry Mansion Reservoir during a guided bird tour with Audubon Mid-Atlantic. With over 170 bird species recorded, you’ll have a chance to spot both year-round residents and seasonal visitors as you walk the scenic trails.
Whether you’re a seasoned birder or just bird-curious, this is the perfect way to connect with Philadelphia’s urban wildlife, meet fellow sustainability enthusiasts, and learn more about your local watershed.
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High school educator Anna Herman is a self-described “food person.” But her interests and expertise extend well beyond the plate. This story was originally published by Chalkbeat and is a partner newsroom in Every Voice, Every Vote. Sign up for...
One simple pilot program is proving that if you give residents tools, they can clean up their block, according to Ya Fav Trashman. For years, I’ve been saying that Philadelphia doesn’t have a trash problem; it has a systems problem....
Catch up on the latest sustainability news Circuit Trails network reaches 500 miles of trails across the region. The Circuit Trails network connects Philadelphia to Trenton and beyond through walkable and bikeable trails. The network now includes 420 miles of completed...
Let’s dig into this form of GSI, and three perennial flowers that are also good for stormwater management. DYK you can help Philadelphia become cleaner and greener, and even fight climate change? One way to contribute in your neighborhood is...
Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Pa. budget deal officially kills key greenhouse gas program. Pennsylvania lawmakers approved a $50.1B state budget that officially withdraws the Commonwealth from the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI), a multi-state program designed to...
From a family business to over 2,500 projects across the region, Exact Solar keeps community, education, and local care at the center. Twenty years ago, Exact Solar began with a single project and a belief that solar power could make...
Want to get gardening in the city? Meet “Gritty and Green,” a new podcast by Master Gardener Meredith Nutting.
May 22, 2024 | Podcast
This new podcast explores all the facets of gardening in a city and is presented by Green Philly. Exciting news for urban garden enthusiasts! Green Philly is proud to present “Gritty and Green,” a brand new podcast hosted by the knowledgeable...
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