There’s a new initiative to kick plastic use.
The Academy of Natural Sciences is kicking off Plastic-free Philly, a volunteer effort to reduce single-use plastic bottles in exchange for tap water & reusable bottles.
The Academy in partnership with the Philadelphia Water Department and BOMA Philadelphia kicked off the initiative on Tuesday. To coincide with the kickoff, the Academy commissioned artwork to examine how people’s habits positively and negatively impact the Delaware River Watershed. 10 original pieces (by mostly Philadelphia-area artists) were commissioned by the Academy and placed around prominent Center City and University City buildings.
“Each and every one of us can make a difference in helping keep our rivers clean, our wildlife safe and our communities healthy,” said Academy President and CEO Scott Cooper.
You can participate in the Plastic-Free Philly by signing the Plastic-Free pledge.
Additionally, see the temporary artwork at the following places:
Photo: “That Sinking Feeling” by Aymar Ccopacatty at 1900 Market Street
Credit: Ramon Torres/ANS
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