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Madeleine Jones, who goes by her last name, is the Editorial Intern at Green Philly. She is new to Philadelphia and recently graduated from Dickinson College in Carlisle, PA, with a bachelor's in Environmental Studies and International Studies. Jones spends her free time with her nose buried in books, sampling Philly's vegan restaurants, fawning over her pet mouse, and filling out job applications.

Lifestyle

7 Steps to Go Green: In the Kitchen

If we want to create a more sustainable and equitable world, we need to pressure governments and companies to adopt greener policies, AND ALSO challenge ourselves to take individual action. There’s no better way to do that than by breaking...

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August 22, 2019 | 0

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Lifestyle

What’s the Deal with Biodegradable and Compostable Plastics?

Now that we’ve established that we have a plastic problem (or several…), let’s delve deeper into possible solutions. Enter Biodegradable and Compostable Plastics Biodegradable plastics and bio-based compostable plastics are not new. Biodegradable plastics and polymers were first introduced in...

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August 20, 2019 | 2

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Events

Lessons from SustainPHL 2019 : How to Plan a Zero Waste Event

We at Green Philly recognize that we can’t just “talk the talk” when it comes to sustainability; We need to “walk the walk” at our workplace and especially at our events. SustainPHL is our biggest annual event, and it’s important...

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August 15, 2019 | 0

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Energy

Philly Makes Solar (More) Affordable, Mayor Kenney Signs 2 Clean Energy Bills to Celebrate Solar Week

Yesterday, Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney signed two clean energy bills into law halfway into the city’s Solar Week. The bills target both residential and commercial buildings, providing incentives to build solar projects on both. “Philadelphia is ramping up our efforts...

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August 15, 2019 | 1

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Lifestyle

Eco Explainer: What’s the Problem with Plastic?

Almost everyone knows we have a plastic problem, but looking at the numbers shows what we’re really up against. We have all, at some point, become aware of the environmental implications our rampant consumption of plastics cause, either through a...

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August 13, 2019 | 2

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Philly

Announcing the SustainPHL 2019 Award Recipients

Last evening was our fourth annual SustainPHL! Congratulations to our amazing 2019 nominees AND award recipients. Thank you to all of the attendees, sponsors, partners, my committee, and all of those who made the evening a success! Read about ALL...

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August 09, 2019 | 0

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Philly

SURPRISE: SustainPHL 2019 Guests Will Be Attending a Zero Waste Event

Green Philly is excited to reveal that this Thursday’s SustainPHL 2019 will be zero waste. Part of this effort included ditching hard-to-recycle plastic or greenwashing-compostable cups for durable, reusable cups that guests can take home and use again and again....

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August 06, 2019 | 0

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Philly

Meet the SustainPHL Nominees: #FuturePHL

The following nominees were chosen for their efforts to propel Philadelphia’s future in sustainability. Their work sets this city on a greener path for the benefit of everyone. Join us on Thursday, August 8th at WHYY for the SustainPHL Awards...

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August 05, 2019 | 0

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Philly

Meet the SustainPHL Nominees: Business Innovation

The following nominees are for-profit companies with a new and innovative product, solution or service with benefits for people and the planet. Their work shows us that change can come from the for-profit sector just as much as the nonprofit...

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August 02, 2019 | 0

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7 Steps to Go Green: In the Kitchen

What’s the Deal with Biodegradable and Compostable Plastics?

Lessons from SustainPHL 2019 : How to Plan a Zero Waste Event

Philly Makes Solar (More) Affordable, Mayor Kenney Signs 2 Clean Energy Bills to Celebrate Solar Week

Eco Explainer: What’s the Problem with Plastic?

Announcing the SustainPHL 2019 Award Recipients

SURPRISE: SustainPHL 2019 Guests Will Be Attending a Zero Waste Event

Meet the SustainPHL Nominees: #FuturePHL

Meet the SustainPHL Nominees: Business Innovation

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