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Coronavirus changed Philly travel. But did it change our environmental impact?

COVID-19 has drastically impacted how we travel – regardless of by land, sea, or air. But how did Philly fare…

4 years ago

Don’t buy that plastic: Philly Tap Water is (Still) Safe for Residents According to New Report

Philadelphia Water has good news to share—the city's drinking water meets or exceeds all state and federal water quality standards.…

4 years ago

One Year Later: Questions, Health Repercussions & Environmental Racism Linger from Oil Refinery Explosion

The PES Refinery Site has been sold to a promising redeveloper. Community members still have questions about accountability, health, and…

4 years ago

The Common Market is Donating $3.9 Million of Fresh Produce to Locals Facing Food Insecurity

Nonprofit mobilizes to send 35,000 boxes of produce from local farmers to residents in need weekly. The U.S. Department of…

4 years ago

Mariposa Accepting Nonprofit Applications for “Round-up for Change”

Program allows shoppers to "round up" their purchases to the nearest dollar, with proceeds going to local causes. Are you…

4 years ago

City pilots Retrievr, clothing & electronics doorstep pickup

Retrievr is SmartCityPHL's first winner of the Pitch & Pilot challenge Looking to responsibly rid hard-to-recycle items like clothing, electronics…

4 years ago

Yay for parks: Philly’s Park System jumps to 15th Spot on Annual ParkScore Index

The Trust for Public Land released its annual list of the country’s metropolitan park systems. As warmer weather and cabin…

4 years ago

Plant-lovers: Enter the PHS Gardening Contest

Another socially-distant activity for your quarantine Are you a non-professional gardener from PA, NJ or Delaware? The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society…

4 years ago

Reminder: You should be wearing a mask outdoors in the city, every time.

Keys? Check. Phone? Check. Mask? Check. City says: regardless if you're biking, running, doing errands, walking, or hanging out in…

4 years ago

Another COVID Victim: City Kills Zero Waste and Litter Cabinet & Director Position

City announced that there'd be painful budget cuts. Here's one devastating impact on sustainability. Cover Photo: Plastic water bottles on…

4 years ago