Green Philly

12/18/2025

Such a delight to see proudly displaying their award as the Impact Business of the Year! 🥹

was selected for this award for their work driving social and environmental progress while supporting the local economy. 💚

12/18/2025

Can you BELIEVE these videos were taken in Philly?! ❄️😍

It’s easy to forget about that though we live in a major city, we are still very much living IN nature and the “great outdoors” is in our backyard. Our first snow of the season this past weekend was a great reminder of just that.

12/16/2025

Want to stop doomscrolling and get more involved in your local community for good in the new year? Community is the key to finding purpose and feeling better - and we’re here to help you plug in.

Join Green Philly’s 3rd annual Volunteer Matchmaking Mixer — a fun, low-pressure way to connect with local organizations making a real impact. Come for a night of meaningful connections, inspiration, and ways to take action close to home. We’ll make it easy for you to meet new friends while you’re at it.

🤝 Eco-Speed Networking: Match your passion with the perfect volunteer opportunity, paving the way for a lasting impact and meeting like-minded changemakers.
📣 Flash Talks with Organizers: Get inspired by quick, engaging talks from local environmental leaders sharing bold ideas and actionable ways to make an impact.
💚 Connect with Registered Community Organizations: Learn what’s happening in neighborhoods across the city.
😍 Fill your 2026 with action: Learn about Green Philly's initiatives, upcoming events, and how to stay involved with our incredible partners all year long.

Let’s start the year by building a greener, more sustainable future—together!

🎟️ Get your Early Bird Tix: https://bit.ly/3YuHwez

12/13/2025

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: https://bit.ly/44VfWe8

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Philadelphia Planning Commission launches survey to hear from residents. The Philadelphia2050: Planning Together survey asks Philadelphians to provide their input on how the city should be built moving forward. The survey’s topics include...

12/12/2025

♻️ BREAKING SUSTAINABILITY NEWS: Circle Compost and Bennett Compost have announced that the two Philadelphia-based composting services will merge in 2026. Citing rising operational costs and ongoing barriers to securing a permitted composting site of its own, Circle is rolling its customer base and operations into Bennett.

Read the full story: https://greenphl.com/news/breaking-circle-compost-merging-with-bennett-compost/

12/11/2025

Crossing our fingers that composts. 🤞

Even if he doesn’t, you should! ♻️ Did you know that there are some great options for compost subscriptions right here in Philly? Check out or AND residents can get FREE compost from Philadelphia Parks & Rec. 🤘

12/11/2025

Crossing our fingers that composts. 🤞

Even if he doesn’t, you should! ♻️ Did you know that there are some great options for compost subscriptions right here in Philly? Check out Circle Compost or Bennett Compost AND residents can get FREE compost from Philadelphia Parks & Rec.

12/10/2025

🎁 Running out of ideas for everyone from your brother to Gritty? Here’s a list of thoughtful gifts from alpaca encounters to refillery finds.

Running out of ideas for everyone from your brother to Gritty? Here’s a list of thoughtful gifts from alpaca encounters to refillery finds: The holiday season is here, bringing chances to reconnect, celebrate, and give. Whether you’re celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah,...

12/09/2025

If you can’t LEAF the leaves, compost them! 🍂

The has two more drop-off dates for your bagged leaves this season. The leaves collected will be turned into compost and reduces how much we send to the landfill (and let’s be honest, organics shouldn’t be going to the landfill anyway!).

Comment LEAF and we will you send you the link to find the location closest to you. 🤘

12/08/2025

Due to unforeseen circumstances, we’ve made the difficult decision to cancel our annual Green Elephant party. We’re so grateful for your continued support, flexibility, and understanding, and we can’t wait to be back together for our January event - our third annual volunteer matchmaking!

12/05/2025

In an attempt to reach a new state budget, Pennsylvania has been pulled from RGGI, raising concerns among climate activists about the state’s environmental commitments.

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In an attempt to reach a new state budget, Pennsylvania has been pulled from RGGI, raising concerns among climate activists about the state’s environmental commitments. Pennsylvania lawmakers and Governor Josh Shapiro voted to withdraw Pennsylvania from the Regional Greenhouse Gas...