sustainability

Consumers want authentic sustainability from suppliers. Without flashy funding or shortcuts, here’s how these local businesses build trust one decision at a time. Green Philly’s recent investigation into The Rounds revealed public concern about greenwashing. Modern customers have a hunger...

Councilmember Jamie Gauthier is Green Philly’s latest Civic Catalyst. Read how Gauthier uses her role as a public servant to further sustainability initiatives in Philly.  Role: Third District City Councilmember representing much of West and Southwest Philadelphia. As part of...

Things feel heavy for the environment right now. For the sustainability community, coming together to set “Sustainability in Motion” can spark ideas for change.   Over thirty-five community members, local experts, and the Green Philly team joined together on March 18th...

Transform Your Lawn into a Thriving Meadow! You can make a critical difference in fostering the health of our planet. Join us for a four-part immersive course on converting traditional lawns into vibrant, biodiverse meadows. Whether you’re a home gardener, professional landscaper, or a budding ecologist — we can...

You asked, so we delivered! Wondering how to get more involved in Philadelphia’s sustainability, climate, and environmental justice scene? Well, friend, much like our love for the planet, the options are endless ??! Below, we compiled a list of 10...

Saturday, February 1 from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm Weathering the Winter Winters were harsh in the 18th century, but even in cold and snowy weather there was still plenty of work to do around the farm.  Fires had to...

In our latest Civic Catalysts column, Rep Rabb talks nerding out about cool science, vertical farming & holding greenwashers accountable. Role: State Representative for the 200th Legislative District of Pennsylvania. Rabb represents 68,000 constituents in four Philadelphia neighborhoods –Chestnut Hill,...

Make 2024 a year of action as a conscious consumer. If you’re aware of the climate crisis, you likely have climate anxiety from time to time. Although advocates frequently point to large corporations as the bulk of carbon emissions, with...

Over 10 sessions discussed the circular economy, breaking away from fossil fuels and more. The IPCC issued its most dire climate report earlier this week, calling it the “last chance” to save the planet. So, it was perfect timing for...