Climate Change

Gen Z for Sustainability engages youth in environmental activism

The new nonprofit, founded by a rising senior at William Penn Charter School, runs initiatives to protect the planet and…

8 months ago

Hottest day ever, Apple Pay on SEPTA, Gritty & Green on EcoWURD & more

Here's the latest sustainability news this week. Monday set a new record as the hottest day ever globally, surpassing the…

9 months ago

Philly artists spark dialogue around climate change

Rhonda Babb and Chantal Westby challenge audiences to rethink their relationship with the planet, reminding us that we have agency…

9 months ago

From worry to willpower: 5 ways to conquer Climate Anxiety

January's weird weather is another reminder that climate change is here. If you’re feeling weather whiplash, you’re not alone. Let’s…

1 year ago

COP28 comes to a close, what to do about astroturf and a sustainable rebrand

Here's the latest green news to catch up on: As COP28 comes to a close, nearly 200 countries approved a…

1 year ago

New Storytelling project from Independence Seaport Museum, Transition Green committee & more.

What's happening in local sustainability this week? Members of the Environment & Sustainability sub-committees of Cherelle Parker’s transition team have…

1 year ago

Climate trends: June was cooler and wetter than normal

Junes in Philadelphia are increasingly hotter, so this past month was an exception. Despite temperatures rising (and even breaking the…

2 years ago

As air quality warnings for Philly return, more change their vacation plans

DEP declared Thursday a "Code Red" and Friday a "Code Orange" for Air Quality Action Day across the keystone state.…

2 years ago

Most Americans understand Climate Change is happening but aren’t talking about it.

A new study finds that most Americans understands that climate change is human-caused and think that individual choices make a…

2 years ago