“Short-sighted and non-targeted:” Local sustainability experts weigh in on...
Green Philly checks in with neighborhoods and trash experts during the early days of Clean and Green’s new twice-a-week trash collection program. The city rolled out a new twice-weekly trash pickup...
View Article16 Years Strong: Green Philly’s 2024 Recap
Highlights of our milestones, impact, and community contributions. 2024 was an incredible year of growth, connection, and impact for Green Philly. From securing over $200,000 in grant funding to...
View ArticleDelaware could be River of the Year, a walkable Old City, and...
The latest in sustainability news this week: The Delaware could be Pennsylvania’s 2025 River of the Year. This year, the Delaware River was nominated for the annual contest by the Delaware River...
View ArticleWhere to recycle Christmas Trees in 2025
Here’s where to give your tree its next purpose after the holidays. Don’t leave trees on your curb – they will become trash instead of a second life since they’re biodegradable. Guidelines for...
View ArticlePhiladelphia’s Water Revitalization Plan is underway
The Water Department’s 25-year project will improve the pipes, treatment plants, and processes that residents rely on for safe drinking water. Not all neighbors are happy. Following a planning process...
View ArticleDecember’s cold snap & 2024 temps, “Stream Smart” and more.
Catch up on the latest sustainability news 2025 has to offer: December’s cold snap broke a pattern of warmer-than-average months in Philly. Last month’s average temperature was just 0.1°F below normal...
View ArticleDo you experience dangerous streets? Here’s how to request traffic calming.
Vision zero says residents should report unsafe streets. But is this working for residents? The city’s most recent Vision Zero report for 2024 showed promising results along Roosevelt Boulevard but...
View Article$37 million for parkway & trails, the future of electricity generation, green...
Catch up on the latest sustainability news: The U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded Philly millions in funding for active mobility infrastructure projects in high-priority zones. $23.3...
View ArticleWant to workshop solutions for Philly’s sustainability problems? Join us at...
“Sustainability in Motion” will encourage roundtable discussions with local sustainability experts. Are you ready to tackle Philly’s biggest sustainability challenges? Join Green Philly for...
View ArticleUnsure how to make a change? Start giving back with some of these local orgs.
Local civically-engaged residents met over 8 local orgs that are making a difference last evening at our second annual volunteer mixer. Last night, the new year began with purpose and passion at...
View ArticleUrban Birdwatching: How Cities Are Shaping Avian Evolution
Learn how birding improves mental health, fosters patience, and how to help avian populations. At the height of the pandemic, there was a 50% sales increase of bird seed and bird-watching accessories....
View ArticleEnergy Bills Are Rising in 2025: Here’s What You Can Do
Electricity bills are set to increase by at least 20% over the next two years, affecting thousands of homeowners and businesses across Greater Philadelphia and beyond. These rate increases continue a...
View ArticleEnvironmental justice funding, clean hydrogen, EV infrastructure and more.
The latest in sustainability news: Environmental justice grants totaling $300,000 will be awarded to Philly orgs tackling air quality, climate, equitable food access, and more. 20 organizations will...
View ArticleKids have a LOT of stuff. Here’s 5 ways to parent more sustainably.
Parenting is hard. But leading a more sustainable lifestyle doesn’t have to be, according to local business owners. As the New Year unfolded, many of us created resolutions to lead healthier,...
View ArticleChallenging the PJM market, Venice island flooding & sustainable AI
Catch up on this week’s latest sustainability news. It’s Winter Salt Week, raising awareness that the salt we apply to the streets ends up in our freshwater, impacting our lakes, streams, and drinking...
View ArticleStaying clear-eyed: How climate groups are continuing their work despite a...
Green Philly spoke with four local climate and sustainability organizations about how they are preparing for forecasted changes to climate support. National executive orders have moved to pull out of...
View ArticleKristen Bowman Kavanagh is an “optimistic realist” for clean water
Green Philly’s latest Civic Catalyst is Kristen Kavanagh, the new Executive Director of the Delaware River Basin Commission. Role: Executive Director of the Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC). The...
View ArticleWater resistance in Germantown, PA’s energy landscape and a drier January.
The latest in sustainability news: January was cold, but climate change is still warming up Philly winters. Although last month’s average temperatures were 3.3°F below normal at 30.4°F, data has shown...
View Article10 Ways to Get Involved in Philly’s Green Scene (and maybe even land a job)
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...
View ArticleCrash-site environmental remediation, Trump funding freezes, and local...
Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Environmental risks at the site of the Northeast Philly plane crash are being addressed. Potential environmental impacts of the accident include poor air...
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