sustainability

Saturday, April 20th from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm Sheep Shearing Day Experience springtime on a colonial farm!  Watch our farmers shear our sheep to get them ready for the warm weather.  Then, follow the “wool to wardrobe” process as...

Join the Main Line Carbon Pollution Reduction Initiative (MLCPRI) at Riverbend’s Snider Barn to educate yourself on the pros and cons of switching to an electric vehicle (EV). This volunteer-led workshop and panel discussion will provide you with helpful tips...

Do you feel overwhelmed by the news about climate change? Do you talk to your kids about how they feel about it? Riverbend and the MLCPRI want to help families have these conversations and take action together. Join us in...

Many of our traditional ideas and practices need to be reconsidered to facilitate the swift transition away from fossil fuels to clean energy. We will consider the impact of our built environment, transportation, the natural environment, food, our stuff, disinformation,...

Make 2024 a year of action as a conscious consumer. If you’re aware of the climate crisis, you likely have climate anxiety from time to time. Although advocates frequently point to large corporations as the bulk of carbon emissions, with...

Looking for “the one?” Don’t miss the chance to make Philadelphia’s sustainability scene your Valentine. Fall head-over-heels for local orgs making a difference at Green Philly’s “Matchmaking For The Planet” Networking Mixer. Here’s why you should RSVP ‘Yes’ to this...

So many people and organizations have made incredible strides to protect our watershed. Let’s celebrate the accomplishments of ten honorees who have made a difference in the TTF Watershed at our 12th Annual Watershed Milestones Awards Ceremony!  Be inspired by their stories and achievements. Network...

From disappearing shorelines to extreme weather events, we are witnessing the effects of climate change in real-time. As we look to the future, NLM welcomes Julie Hancher, Co-Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Green Phillyas she leads a discussion with Roland Wall, Executive Director of...

Over 10 sessions discussed the circular economy, breaking away from fossil fuels and more. The IPCC issued its most dire climate report earlier this week, calling it the “last chance” to save the planet. So, it was perfect timing for...