Events

Green New Deal Recap

Flash talks covered topics of sustainability, carbon capturing from cows and more.

Our attendees heard each speaker give a five-minute talk on an aspect of the Green New Deal. The featured speakers were:

  • Saleem Chapman – Office of Sustainability
  • Tiffany Threadgould – Terracycle
  • Megan Garner – Philadelphia School District
  • Timothy McDonald – Onion Flats
  • Chad Adams – Ground Plan Studio
  • Barbara Moore – Philadelphia Housing Authority
Photo: In Between Rivers

Tiffany Threadgould discussed LOOP, Terracycle’s way to bring back the milkman and cut our single-use plastic dependency.

Photo: In Between Rivers

Chad Adams of Ground Plan Studio challenged that animal agriculture can heal the earth instead of being destructive.

Photo: In Between Rivers

Rob Fleming discussed Woodstock and how the momentum of sustainability is continuing to grow. His Sustainability Leadership Certificate Program helps professionals accelerate the green momentum.

Photo: In Between Rivers

See more moments from the Green New Deal:

Watch the Facebook Live Stream:

Want to see more? You can catch the live stream here:

Julie Hancher

Julie Hancher is the co-founder and Executive Director of Green Philly, an independent media organization making sustainability accessible, affordable and actionable. Since launching Green Philly in 2008, she has grown it from a passion project into a leading voice for local climate storytelling, pairing impactful journalism with community events and experiences. Julie is a frequent speaker on climate, media innovation and the future of local journalism, and is the creator of SustainPHL and EcoFair. Outside of Green Philly, you can find her hiking, biking, traveling, or exploring Philadelphia.

Share
Published by
Julie Hancher
Tags: Green New Deal
7 years ago

Recent Posts

Here are the SustainPHL 2026 Award Recipients

Meet the latest changemakers to take home the awards At a time when sustainability is…

9 hours ago

Vigil for Academy, Indigenous garden restoration & more

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Activists hold march and vigil for Academy of…

4 days ago

Energy and restoration grants, bird migration & more

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Temporary bike lane closer to permanent status. Councilmember…

1 week ago

Op-ed: Dinosaurs may be extinct. But the Academy of Natural Sciences doesn’t have to be.

The Academy of Natural Sciences survived for more than two centuries. Now, its future depends…

2 weeks ago

Washington Avenue Connector, trash pickup contest, & more

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: New Washington Avenue Connector completed. The City of…

2 weeks ago

Meet 5 people building Philly’s green workforce

From a solar-powered shed in East Parkside to an orchard on State Road, these SustainPHL…

3 weeks ago