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Dope Botanicals combines herbalism and urbanism to create a distinctly Philly A’plant’ecary™

“If you don’t take care of your body, where are you gonna live?” Sisters Nakia and Taahirah Stith help city…

3 years ago

In a corporate world pushing to go big, Zsa’s Ice Cream chose to go small – and local

Businesses are often pushed to go big and expand. Zsa’s Ice Cream in Mount Airy chose a different path –…

4 years ago

Made and Maker: from Queer Eye to spreading sustainable fashion in Fishtown.

Inspired by her grandmother, Eilidh Macintyre opened Made and Maker to share her collection of timeless fashion. The idea of…

4 years ago

9 Black-owned green businesses that need to be on your radar

These Black-owned businesses help you shop locally & sustainably   DYK that supporting black-owned businesses helps close the racial wealth gap, strengthens local economies and helps job creation?  Here are…

4 years ago

Zero Waste Shopping in Philly: Where to Buy Groceries in Bulk

Containers and packages account for 23 percent of landfill waste, equal to about 39 million tons per year, according to…

4 years ago

How to Shop Local (for almost anything) this Holiday Season

Looking to cut out Amazon, Target & big box stores this holiday season? Here's our cheat sheet for EVERYTHING Local…

4 years ago

Eco-Explainer: What Are Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs)?

Since scientists first began testing genetically modified crops in the 1980s, GMOs have espoused fear and controversy. But what are…

5 years ago

Business of the Week: Karma Diva Green Cleaning

Kirstin Brug began cleaning a few houses in her area by request after cleaning for an inn. A freelance photographer, singer,…

6 years ago

Bog Berry Dryer Balls: From Blue Balls to Green

I'll admit it. I wanted to be 'greener' a few years ago, so I cut out dryer sheets from my…

12 years ago