Green Philly Weekly Roundup

Farm tool library, brush fires delay trains, & more

Catch up on the latest sustainability news:  Farm tools and resources soon open to the public. A new Agriculture Resource…

7 days ago

800 bags of litter gone, making data centers pay, Philly parks climb the ranks & more

Catch up on the latest sustainability news:  City partners with Quebec on sustainable transit. At the 4th annual Smart and…

2 weeks ago

Billions in energy savings, Citywide Garden Challenge, & more

Catch up on the latest sustainability news:  Clean energy campaign created over $1.4 billion in energy savings. The Philadelphia Energy…

3 weeks ago

Utility rate opposition, “Alleygators,” EV chargers, & more

Catch up on the latest sustainability news:  Governor “vocally and forcefully” opposes utility rate increases. In an unusual move, Governor…

4 weeks ago

Rideshare tax, failing air quality, native plant kits, & more

Catch up on the latest sustainability news:  Bill to amend city code to curb illegal dumping. Environmental advocacy group PennFuture…

1 month ago

Record April heat, Clean Streams Ruling stands, and more.

It's officially a heat wave outside. The Wednesday temperature of 91* broke records set in 1941, and the heat wave…

2 months ago

Mural Arts Institute closure, bike rack permits, budget hearings & more

Catch up on the latest sustainability news:  PennDOT to repair potholes in Philly region. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has responded…

2 months ago

Open Streets helps businesses, Transit in the City Budget & more

Catch up on the latest sustainability news:  Center City car-free streets increased sales for local businesses. Center City District released…

3 months ago

Lobbying polluters, SEPTA funding boost, & more

Catch up on the latest sustainability news:  Farm Philly expands Community Compost Network. Farm Philly’s Community Compost Network is expanding…

3 months ago