Events

(and they’re all SustainPHL nominees!) From storm drains in Germantown to community gardens in Kensington, these community leaders are showing how to put a cleaner Philly into action. How are Philadelphians showing up in sustainability? Sometimes it’s a new tree,...

Inside a Francisville Passive House project, Green Philly attendees saw how airtight construction, insulation, efficient HVAC, and solar power can reduce home energy use. To the untrained eye, 1931 and 1933 W. George Street look like any other construction job...

The institution plays a vital role in educating the public about science and climate change. The Academy of Natural Sciences announced the closure of the public-facing museum earlier this week. The United Nations reported on Wednesday that the Earth will exceed...

Attendees found a way for sustainability to feel tangible, local and social at Green Philly’s 3rd annual EcoFair. EcoFair returned to Cherry Street Pier on Saturday with a simple idea: sustainability is accessible, local, and actually fun. At a time when the...

Our 3rd annual EcoFair will help you spring clean, learn and live more sustainably. Looking for something fun – and actually useful – to do in Philly this weekend? Head to Green Philly’s 3rd Annual EcoFair at Cherry Street Pier...

City leaders, educators, and community advocates agreed on one thing at our recent recycling panel: fixing Philadelphia’s waste problem will take more than better sorting. Philadelphia’s recycling system is often met with skepticism. Residents question whether materials actually get recycled,...

Here’s who they met and who you can volunteer with, too. Last night, Green Philly hosted our 3rd annual Volunteer Matchmaking Mixer at Temple University. Once again, this event reminded us why we love bringing our community together. Neighbors from...

Green Philly joined Laurel Hill Cemetery for a guided walk through Nature’s Sanctuary, a green burial area, led by Senior Horticulturist and native plant expert Gregg Tepper. The self-guided tour tour highlighted how native plants support local ecosystems, increase biodiversity,...

Green Philly’s 2nd annual EcoFair showcased local orgs & sustainability stories Green Philly hosted its second annual EcoFair Saturday, May 17th, at Cherry Street Pier in Philadelphia. Attendees visited over 45 vendors to shop and learn about local sustainability organizations....