Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Council considers new bill for waste disposal contract. In June, City Council extended Philadelphia’s existing waste disposal contracts until the end of thi...

Meet the local leaders, organizations and changemakers shaping a more sustainable Philadelphia. Philadelphia has welcomed the world in 2026, from the World Cup to major events that have put our city on an international stage. At SustainPHL, we’re bringing that...

Individual choices matter, but building sustainable communities also requires cooperation, shared resources and stronger relationships. In this digital age, we can conference with our coworkers across...

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We want to hear from you! We're taking a quick pulse on how Green Philly's stories and resources impact our community. This 1-minute survey will help us better understand what you're learning--and what you're inspired to do. Thanks for being part of Gre...

From watershed restoration to simple changes at home, protecting water relies on collective action. Chester, Ridley and Crum Creeks are over 95% impaired, meaning they fail to meet at least one state ...

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Park group awarded arboretum accreditation. Friends of Penn Treaty Park has received Level I Accreditation by The ArbNet Arboretum Accreditation Program and...

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Schools close for extreme heat. On Tuesday afternoon, 52 Philadelphia schools closed early due to extreme heat and lack of proper cooling systems. Although the district says it is making strides in upgrading...

Here’s a look at the intricate system of infrastructure, testing, treatment, and the people who help ensure your water is safe to drink. The water began to bubble, then gurgle. Brown, discolored water...

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: SEPTA 11th Street Station to close for one year. At the beginning of September, SEPTA will be closing 11th Street Station to L train riders in order to make...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

“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. ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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…

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...

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…

Catch up on the latest sustainability news:  Governor “vocally and forcefully” opposes utility rate increases. In an unusual move, Governor Josh Shapiro is stepping in to oppose rate increases if util...