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SBN is helping local independent businesses rebuild with equity and climate resilience purpose

Dec. 22, 2020 8:51 am

SBN is helping local independent businesses rebuild with equity and climate resilience

The next workshop in the organization's Rebuilding program series looks at responsible supply chains for local businesses and takes place Feb. 10.
Use arts and culture as a platform for social justice, says this teen purpose

Nov. 19, 2019 1:47 pm

Use arts and culture as a platform for social justice, says this teen

"It is so important for local artists of all mediums to spread these strong messages," says Sabirah Mahmud, a member of the STAMP Teen Council, and Global Climate Strike activist.
‘Dangerous’ bicyclists are change agents, building a healthy and sustainable region purpose

Sep. 11, 2019 12:13 pm

‘Dangerous’ bicyclists are change agents, building a healthy and sustainable region

If Americans cut their driving by just 10%, the annual benefits would be equivalent to taking 28 coal-fired power plants off-line, says guest columnist Eric Hartman. Bicyclists "are the change."
Climate change at the forefront of the 2019 SustainPHL Awards purpose

Aug. 9, 2019 8:00 am

Climate change at the forefront of the 2019 SustainPHL Awards

The fourth annual ceremony honored individuals, businesses, nonprofits and government agencies working towards a more sustainable Philly.
On the final day of Netroots Nation, four presidential candidates showed up purpose

Jul. 14, 2019 10:08 am

On the final day of Netroots Nation, four presidential candidates showed up

Local politicians and community activists joined four Democratic presidential candidates onstage for policy talk and shout outs about immigration, climate change and trans-inclusive reproductive justice.
Green Philly is launching a podcast about climate change solutions purpose

Sep. 28, 2018 12:45 pm

Green Philly is launching a podcast about climate change solutions

"City Rising" co-host Julie Hancher has some advice for social impact folks interested in launching a similar side project: "Find partners who have different strengths than yours."
Read the City of Philadelphia’s just-released report on its clean energy goals results

Aug. 22, 2018 3:42 pm

Read the City of Philadelphia’s just-released report on its clean energy goals

"Powering Our Future: A Clean Energy Vision for Philadelphia" is a roadmap for reducing the city's carbon footprint.
Sustainability work can be as diverse as Philly’s residents: SustainPHL 2018 people

Aug. 17, 2018 12:34 pm

Sustainability work can be as diverse as Philly’s residents: SustainPHL 2018

The third annual awards show from Green Philly celebrated community development pros, local nonprofits and other people and orgs making Philadelphia greener.
This local environmentalist wants to get dads talking about climate change purpose

Jul. 5, 2018 7:41 am

This local environmentalist wants to get dads talking about climate change

"If we collaborate, exchange ideas, share experiences and create new tools, I predict that more families will make small but important changes that help combat climate change," writes Climate Dads founder Ben Block.
Facing a warming planet, these organizers are offering their Philly neighborhoods hope and solutions method

Sep. 14, 2017 1:55 pm

Facing a warming planet, these organizers are offering their Philly neighborhoods hope and solutions

How Philly Thrive, 350.org Philadelphia and Earth Quaker Action Team are encouraging the city become a leader in renewable energy.