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Nominations (https://bit.ly/458bhW8) are now open through 8/19 for the 9th annual SustainPHL. Submit your picks for individuals, groups, projects, nonprofits, civic/government entities, or businesses that are driving sustainability and social impact in the Greater Philadelphia area. 💚
According to the Philadelphia Inquirer, more Philadelphians are opting to shop at local farmers’ markets for their produce as cyclospora outbreaks continue to pop up. One great way to eat seasonally and know EXACTLY where your food comes from is to shop locally.
Carlton Williams is leaving the Office of Clean and Green Initiatives after helping launch Mayor Parker’s anti-litter efforts. Community leaders say his successor should build on that work while tackling the root causes of waste. Read the full story: https://bit.ly/4cmlbqW
What's next for the Office of Clean and Green? Advocates say the next leader needs to go beyond clean - Green Philly
Carlton Williams is leaving the Office of Clean and Green Initiatives after helping launch Mayor Parker's anti-litter efforts. Community leaders say his successor should build on that work while tackling the root causes of waste. Carlton Williams, the i...
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🤝 Ever wanted to collab with a local creator? In this 2026 Summit session, @greenphilly.bsky.social's Julie Hancher and News Creator Corps' Maya Srikrishnan will share their experiences with viral content and creator partnerships –– check it out: tinyurl.com/LIONSummit26
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Air quality emergencies, data centers, & more - Green Philly
Catch up on the latest sustainability news: 100 kayakers take to the Schuylkill. To celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday, Schuylkill River Greenways Association hosted a large kayaking parade highlig...
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Retreat to these local gardens and green spaces that feel like an escape, but all within city limits. https://bit.ly/3RO0oWj
8 historic gardens and green spaces to explore in the city - Green Philly
Retreat to these local gardens and green spaces that feel like an escape, but all within city limits. As Philadelphia continues celebrating America’s 250th anniversary, there’s no shortage of places t...
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ONE WEEK LEFT TO JOIN US! 🌿🪦✨ Join us at Laurel Hill Cemetery East on 7/22 for a one-of-a-kind evening where history, horticulture, and creativity come together through a guided garden tour and hands-on cemeterrarium (that's a cemetery terrarium!) workshop. Sign up: https://bit.ly/4fIGfKZ
Philadelphia Water’s Drinking Water Quality Annual Report for 2025 dropped on Wednesday, sharing that the city’s drinking water meets safety standards. https://bit.ly/4fby3B2
Herons are back in the Manayunk Canal. Here's what else Philadelphia Water's annual water report found. - Green Philly
PLUS: PFAS remains a focus as regulations are coming, and resources to check for lead pipes. Philadelphia Water reconnected the Manayunk Canal at the Flat Rock Dam to connect the waterways for the pas...
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Trail network grows, flash floods hit the city, & more - Green Philly
Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Severe weather causes flash flooding. After record-high temperatures likely impacted by climate change, intense storms led to flash floods throughout the Ph...
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👻 Love all things spooky and sustainability? You don't have to choose! 🌿 Celebrate Summer-ween with us at Laurel Hill for an evening of history, horticulture, and hands-on creativity. 🎟️ Spots are limited: https://bit.ly/4fIGfKZ
As mayors around the world pledge to reduce municipal greenhouse gas emissions, they’re missing the literal low-hanging fruit of bolstering urban forests, dozens of scientists argue in a new essay. This story was originally published by Grist. https://bit.ly/3SLY9TD
Urban trees aren’t just nice, scientists say — they’re mandatory - Green Philly
“This story was originally published by Grist. Sign up for Grist’s weekly newsletter here.” They tower overhead and sway in the wind and often teem with squawking birds, yet trees are easy to ignore. ...
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🌸⚰️ Blooms, tombs, and a little Summer-ween magic? Count us in. Trade an ordinary evening for one where history, horticulture, and gothic garden vibes collide at Laurel Hill East on July 22 at 5:30 PM. 🌿✨ RSVP: https://bit.ly/4fIGfKZ
A multi-use trail would allow pedestrians and bikes to travel from Rowan University to the Edelman Fossil Park and connect to other area trail systems. This article is republished in partnership with South Jersey Climate News. https://bit.ly/4eEM5w1
Dinosaur Trail path to connect Gloucester County towns and institutions - Green Philly
A multi-use trail would allow pedestrians and bikes to travel from Rowan University to the Edelman Fossil Park and connect to other area trail systems. This article is republished in partnership with South Jersey Climate News. By Michael Bautista, Staff...
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👀NEW EVENT! Discover the intersection of history, botany & spooky gardening! Join a captivating garden tour at Laurel Hill East on 7/29 followed by a hands-on crafting workshop. 🪦 RSVP: bit.ly/4fIGfKZ
“A day may come when the courage of [Philadelphians] fails, when we forsake our [plants] and break all bonds of fellowship. But it is not this day.” -Aragorn (probably) if he learned about the Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) invasion
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Floatlab on Schuylkill, PGW debates electric vs gas future, new pedestrian safety measures & more - Green Philly
Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Heat health emergency ends. Last week, the Department of Public Health declared a Heat Health Emergency, putting special emergency heat programs, such as c...
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Pennsylvania’s century-old water infrastructure faces modern climate threats. Here’s why it’s complicated. https://bit.ly/4ee1W4m #sponsored
Aging infrastructure, extreme weather, and pollution: Why drinking water is under pressure - Green Philly
Pennsylvania’s century-old water infrastructure faces modern climate threats. Here’s why it’s complicated. The U.S. has over 2 million miles of underground pipes controlled and run by about 150,000 pu...
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The outdoors are for EVERYONE! 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ Here are a few of the Philly-based LGBTQ+ orgs that will help you get outside and moving this month (and year-round). Tell us what Pride events or awesome orgs you’re showing up for this month! Happy Pride, Philly! 🌈
Pennsylvania has become a hot spot for data center proposals and public backlash about where to build them. https://bit.ly/4vghf2I This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license.
How Pennsylvania towns are protecting themselves from the noise, heat and utility costs of massive data centers - Green Philly
Pennsylvania has become a hot spot for data center proposals and public backlash about where to build them. by Michael Helbing, Penn State I’m a law professor and executive director of Penn State’s Ce...
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Wish this was a green space instead... Also still missing the IKEA ship. 🚢
Host cities for the 2026 FIFA World Cup face issues with pollution, heat and waste. ⚽Read the full story: https://bit.ly/4acYioQ This article is republished with permission by @sjclimatenews.
Environmental concerns loom over World Cup events - Green Philly
Host cities for the 2026 FIFA World Cup face issues with pollution, heat and waste. What does this mean for New Jersey? This article is republished with permission by South Jersey Climate News. The Wo...
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Legislation for affordable water? New bus routes, & more - Green Philly
Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Committee considers bills to make water more affordable. On Tuesday, Councilmember Jamie Gauthier presented her Just Water legislative package for consideration to City Council's Committee on Transportation a...
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BIG NEWS: ALL Free Library locations now have the Birding Backpack lending program! 👀 Have you always wanted to try out birding but feel a bit overwhelmed on where to start? Snag your own Birding Backpack and join us next week at The Discovery Center for Birding 101! 🦆 RSVP: https://bit.ly/3REslzt
Agrivoltaics, combining agriculture and solar energy, could be a tool in climate change, support farmers and clean energy. Read the full story: https://bit.ly/4x9Lny3
Growing food or energy? Agrivoltaics says Pennsylvania farms can do both - Green Philly
Agrivoltaics, combining agriculture and solar energy, could be a tool in climate change, support farmers and clean energy As energy demands explode due to the construction of data centers, farmers a...
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Good morning, Philly! Catch up on the latest sustainability news: https://bit.ly/4wL3zxu
800 bags of litter gone, making data centers pay, Philly parks climb the ranks & more - Green Philly
Catch up on the latest sustainability news: City partners with Quebec on sustainable transit. At the 4th annual Smart and Sustainable Mobility Showcase, the City of Philadelphia partnered with the Québec Government and SEPTA to examine sustainable solu...
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The rules volunteers follow to keep shared food accessible and safe to feed neighbors. Read more: https://bit.ly/4wDg1PV
Can I Donate This? A Philly Guide to Community Fridges and Food Distros - Green Philly
The rules volunteers follow to keep shared food accessible and safe to feed neighbors. On Friday mornings, the southern end of Mifflin Square Park bustles with dozens of grocery shoppers. But unlike most markets, the groceries, sourced from people and...
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Got to chat with @nataliebencivenga.bsky.social on her show "Facts Over Fear" about the Franklin Slag Pile Superfund site in Philly. Read more @greenphilly.bsky.social: greenphl.com/philly/after...
Our 3rd annual EcoFair will help you spring clean, learn and live more sustainably! RSVP: https://bit.ly/4sPXqxU https://bit.ly/4dx315N
10 reasons you can't miss EcoFair this Saturday - Green Philly
Our 3rd annual EcoFair will help you spring clean, learn and live more sustainably. Looking for something fun – and actually useful – to do in Philly this weekend? Head to Green Philly’s 3rd Annual Ec...
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Join a FREE Mobility & movement pop-up class at Ecofair on Saturday at 12:30 PM. BYo Please bring a yoga mat, comfortable clothes, and water. There will be mats provided if you don't have one. https://luma.com/xsztq5kw
FREE Mobility & movement pop-up class at Ecofair · Luma
Get your mind and body ready for the EcoFair! This FREE mobility & movement pop-up class focuses on improving flexibility, joint health, and balance. You will…
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Billions in energy savings, Citywide Garden Challenge, & more - Green Philly
Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Clean energy campaign created over $1.4 billion in energy savings. The Philadelphia Energy Campaign created more than 11,000 jobs and over $1.4 billion in energy savings for the City of Philadelphia during th...
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