funding
Oct. 11, 2021 1:07 pm
Philly’s first ‘green bank’ will connect clean energy projects to capital
Here's what Executive Director Maryrose Myrtetus says the recently launched Philadelphia Green Capital Corp. could mean for the city's environmental needs.
funding
Nov. 15, 2018 12:53 pm
Money Moves: These Philly impact orgs received a collective $3,921,660 in grants this fall
In this first edition of a new column tracking philanthropic and corporate giving, read about local funds supporting college access programs, youth diversion advocacy, solar energy training and more. (There's a donated house in there, too.)
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.
method
Mar. 7, 2018 7:46 am
This faith-based organization puts ‘the soul back in solar’ energy in North Philly
Serenity Soular partners with local churches and community spaces, plus Swarthmore College students and solar company Solar States, to make renewable energy more accessible.
people
Nov. 17, 2017 9:52 am
Drexel’s Urban Innovation Fellows are tackling workforce development and public health
The three inaugural fellows — Michael O'Bryan, Priya Mammen and Chris Spahr — will be working with Drexel University's Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation for the next three to six months.
results
Sep. 15, 2017 12:55 pm
Solar States just won the Chamber of Commerce’s second ImpactPHL Award
The solar panel installation and education company is being honored for its mission of sustainability, its workforce development programs for disadvantaged youth and its contribution of jobs to the Philadelphia region.
purpose
Mar. 8, 2017 8:20 am
Get plugged into Philly’s green economy this Friday
The Free Library's Business Resource and Innovation Center is hosting a Green Economy Fair and panel discussion with local experts.
purpose
Mar. 3, 2016 12:39 pm
City Council: Sustainable procurement would be great, but what’s the cost?
At a council hearing this week on sustainable procurement, three council members in attendance showed support -- but concern over upfront costs.
purpose
Jan. 18, 2016 11:11 am
How this local solar company is growing, one neighborhood at a time
Solar States is expanding into Philly's suburbs by offering tiered bulk packages to communities.
method
Apr. 27, 2015 11:30 am
Mayoral Candidates weigh in on #GoodEconomyPhilly
[metaslider id=36808] Sustainable Business Network members and other sustainable-minded citizens gathered at Temple University’s Fox School of Business to hear what five of the mayoral candidates had to say about the Good Economy Challenge, which focuses on: Improving the small business climate in Philadelphia. Prioritizing local and sustainable business procurement by City government, universities, and […]