Meet 6 people making Philly greener, one neighborhood at a time.

1 month ago

(and they're all SustainPHL nominees!) From storm drains in Germantown to community gardens in Kensington, these community leaders are showing…

Vacant lot greening, A challenge to the school board, & more

1 month ago

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Teens turn vacant lot into green space. Since the spring, a coalition of…

The Philly Passive House: What does a home without fossil fuels look like?

1 month ago

Inside a Francisville Passive House project, Green Philly attendees saw how airtight construction, insulation, efficient HVAC, and solar power can…

New trash bill, utility assistance, National Estuaries Week, & more

2 months ago

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Council considers new bill for waste disposal contract. In June, City Council extended…

Announcing the SustainPHL 2026 Nominees

2 months ago

Meet the local leaders, organizations and changemakers shaping a more sustainable Philadelphia. Philadelphia has welcomed the world in 2026, from…

Trolley tunnel closures, Fall foliage predictions & more

2 months ago

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Philadelphia is experiencing some of the largest rain changes in the country. This…

What Does It Mean to Practice Community?

2 months ago

Individual choices matter, but building sustainable communities also requires cooperation, shared resources and stronger relationships. In this digital age, we…

Water rates rise, West Nile Virus spreads, & more

2 months ago

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Park group awarded arboretum accreditation. Friends of Penn Treaty Park has received Level…

How to protect our drinking water at the source

2 months ago

From watershed restoration to simple changes at home, protecting water relies on collective action. Chester, Ridley and Crum Creeks are…