Green Philly

07/02/2025

When the world is overwhelming, dangerous, or stressful, the Sankofa community farm serves as a space to educate and affirm.

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When the world is overwhelming, dangerous, or stressful, the Sankofa community farm serves as a space to educate and affirm. This story is a part of a series in collaboration with Love Now Media for the Philadelphia Journalism Collaborative. Tucked...

07/01/2025

ALMOST SOLD OUT: Ever wonder what’s on that island you always see from Philly but can’t get to? 👀 Now’s your chance! Join us for an exclusive tour of Petty’s Island, a once-industrial spot that’s making a wild comeback 🌿🐦

We’re inviting Green Philly members on an exclusive tour on July 8th at 9 AM to explore the island’s tidal marshes, spot wildlife like bald eagles, and learn how this space is being reclaimed for community and nature. 🌊

Want in? Membership starts at just $10/month and helps power local sustainability journalism and events like this one. Join: https://bit.ly/4aXkotE

07/01/2025

Local nonprofit Glitter built an interactive map for this challenging time.

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Local nonprofit Glitter built an interactive map for this challenging time. The DC 33 strike is officially underway in Philadelphia, which means trash pickup has been suspended. City residents are being asked not to set their garbage out on the...

07/01/2025

This visual guide from a local nonprofit helps speed up decision-making for busy restaurants. Read the full story:

This visual guide from a local nonprofit helps speed up decision-making for busy restaurants.   Food businesses in Philadelphia have a new tool to rehome their surplus in a more efficient and sustainable way. Circular Philadelphia, along with the city’s Department...

06/27/2025

Happy Friday, Philly! Here is your weekly sustainability news update:

Check out the latest sustainability news: Community Compost Network is expanding. Farm Philly, Parks and Recreation’s urban agriculture program, is expanding its Community Compost Network by up to ten new sites. Those accepted into the network will receive a free...

06/26/2025

Millions have been pledged to fight flooding in this local favorite shore town. Is it enough?

This article is republished in partnership with South Jersey Climate News. By Beth Cimaglia & Trinity Eobbi, Staff Writers of South Jersey Climate News.

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Millions have been pledged to fight flooding in this local favorite shore town. Is it enough? This article is republished in partnership with South Jersey Climate News. By Beth Cimaglia & Trinity Eobbi, Staff Writers of South Jersey Climate News. It’s a...

06/26/2025

🎉 What a fantastic way to finish the week! 🥳

We’ve been named a finalist for LION Publisher’s 2025 Product of the Year Award. The nomination is for our community-led sustainability event, EcoFair. Thank you for participating and supporting our community-driven sustainability event that connects Philadelphians with practical, local environmental solutions.

Read about all the finalists: https://bit.ly/4nmuV8C

06/25/2025

Read about how our latest Civic Catalyst advocates for and supports greening efforts in Queen Village.

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Read about how our latest Civic Catalyst advocates for and supports greening efforts in Queen Village. Name: Louis Bartholomew Role: Executive Director for Queen Village Neighborhood Association (QVNA) Green superpower: Supporting logistics, data collection, and funding for grants for greening...

06/25/2025

Be part of the team behind Philly’s biggest night for sustainability by joining the SustainPHL 2025 Committee!

As a committee member, you’ll help spotlight local changemakers, strengthen community connections, and play a key role in bringing one of the city’s most uplifting events to life. It’s a great opportunity to expand your network, gain hands-on experience, and get an insider’s view of Philly’s sustainability scene.

Apply: https://bit.ly/3HZfIKi

06/24/2025

🎉 We’re honored! Green Philly’s very own co-founder Julie Hancher has been nominated for the 2025 RAD Awards Storyteller of the Year by Philadelphia Citizen & Rad Girls.

From spotlighting climate justice to sharing everyday sustainability wins, this nomination celebrates the power of storytelling - and a special thanks to all of YOU who read, share, and support our work.

Join us at the award ceremony on July 30th.

06/23/2025

You can't sit with us! 🙅‍♀️This island is LITERALLY off-limits to the public… unless you’re a Green Philly Insider. 👀 (So Fetch.) Learning about bald eagles, an oil haven to wildlife sanctuary, and a whole lot of environmental justice? We’re so in.

Join us on July 8th. Space is super limited, so become a member and claim your spot before it’s full.

Join the crew + take the tour: https://bit.ly/4aXkotE