Exciting green advancements have been happening in Philadelphia.
As many have likely heard, there’s been an increase in tree-planting efforts in Northern Liberties and greening Philly. Greenworks Philadelphia has been unveiled!
Recently, Mayor Michael Nutter announced that he’s going to make Philadelphia the Greenest city in America by 2015 – a very admirable goal. “E” Goals in 5 areas – Energy, Environment, Equity, Economy and Engagement have over 100 initiatives for Philadelphia’s well being.
Some of the initiatives include:
- Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 20%
- Divert 70% of solid waste from landfills
- Bring local food within 10 minutes of 75% of residents
- Lower city energy consumption by 30%
- Improve public transportation
Nutter explains in the Greenworks Plan PDF we must “dream big”, regardless of the current economy and financial problems. We can build on assets Philadelphia currently has, using less energy in buildings, increasing green jobs and products, and having tree-lined streets in every neighborhood.
Posted by Julie
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