Sophie Brous

Sophie Brous is an editorial intern at Green Philly. Born and raised in NYC, she now attends Haverford College, where she majors in linguistics. When she's not writing, she can be found exploring cities, making arts and crafts, and finding ways to live a greener lifestyle.

2021 Farmers Market Guide

Where to get local, fresh produce Looking for better ways to get local food? Philly is teeming with farmers markets…

3 years ago

Baby Gear Group helps parents go zero-waste by renting essential child equipment at affordable prices

Baby Gear Group makes parenting cheaper and more sustainable  Bo Zhao learned just how wasteful mothering could be after her child…

3 years ago

50 low and moderate income households went solar thanks to new program

The Philadelphia Energy Authority announced their energy & economic milestone on Earth Day The Philadelphia Energy Authority (PEA) announced the outcomes of their…

3 years ago

Where to recycle old toys

Children outgrowing their old dolls & Legos? Here’s what to do with your kid’s unwanted toys.  If you’re a parent, chances…

3 years ago

Zero Waste Groceries: Weavers Way Co-op announces new plan to cut plastic

Launching on Earth Day, Weavers Way will continue to roll out a new waste reduction program monthly. Weavers Way Co-op…

3 years ago

Parks & Rec wants your input to get to the “root” of mistrust of Trees

Philly residents have a love-hate relationship with its trees. The city launched a campaign to address the decline in the…

3 years ago

Zero Waste Takeout: Tiffin rolls out new reusable container program

The Indian restaurant has been serving up food in reusable packaging since March, and the results have been amazing.  If you…

3 years ago

How local artists can tackle climate change & bring more voices into the urban heat conversation

The Tyler School and The Trust for Public Land are teaming up through Heat Response PHL. Here’s how it’s working.    Education is the first step to…

3 years ago

It’s true: You can blame Climate change for making your allergies & asthma worse, Philly.

It’s not just in your head: Philly is ranked 28th for allergy & asthma sufferers. And not everyone is affected…

3 years ago