sustainability

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,...

Saturday, April 20th from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm Sheep Shearing Day Experience springtime on a colonial farm!  Watch our farmers shear our sheep to get them ready for the warm weather.  Then, follow the “wool to wardrobe” process as...

Join the Main Line Carbon Pollution Reduction Initiative (MLCPRI) at Riverbend’s Snider Barn to educate yourself on the pros and cons of switching to an electric vehicle (EV). This volunteer-led workshop and panel discussion will provide you with helpful tips...

Do you feel overwhelmed by the news about climate change? Do you talk to your kids about how they feel about it? Riverbend and the MLCPRI want to help families have these conversations and take action together. Join us in...

Many of our traditional ideas and practices need to be reconsidered to facilitate the swift transition away from fossil fuels to clean energy. We will consider the impact of our built environment, transportation, the natural environment, food, our stuff, disinformation,...