Environment
A Return to Environmental Protection
Philadelphians, especially the most vulnerable, face increasing devastation due to climate change. Local clean air advocates look to President-elect Biden to renew a much-needed partnership to help the city and the planet
By Russell Zerbo and Christina D. Rosan10 ways to fix our garbage mess
State Rep. Jared Solomon spent a day picking up city trash to understand just how bad Philly is at waste. Here, some ways to do better
By Jessica Blatt PressGrow Your Own
With Covid-19 food shortages looming, the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society mobilized thousands of gardeners to grow food and feed their neighbors this year—an act that builds community resilience. Here, some gardening photos to inspire your own growing season.
By Katherine Rapin and Sabina Louise PierceThe Kitchen Garden Series
A former costume designer is now working to upend the textiles industry and revive an old Philly tradition by producing local linen
By Courtney DuCheneHow to Fix Philly’s Trash Problem
As garbage piles up all over town, the city’s former Waste and Litter Czar shares what he’s learned about how to clean it up. Hint: It requires good leadership.
By Nicolas EspositoPhilly’s Hot Weather Health Crisis
Heat and Covid-19 could make this the most dangerous summer on record. Two urban environmentalists with ways to make a more sustainable, resilient and just city .
By Russell Zerbo and Christina D. RosanRevolutionizing Your Meat
While national suppliers come up short during the pandemic, Philly’s Primal Supply Meats is keeping fridges stocked and local farmers afloat. That’s good for our diets—and our economy
By Brianna BakerSocial Equity and Climate Resilience Are Economic Drivers
The director of Philly’s Sustainable Business Network offers a blueprint to creating a fairer and stronger economic ecosystem during our recovery
By Anna ShippA Green Stimulus for Philly
Penn’s resident climate wonk co-wrote a letter urging Congress to green its pandemic response. Could the public investments he supports help solve Philly’s poverty epidemic, too?
By Brianna BakerCity Nature Challenge
This Earth Day weekend, boost your mood during Covid-19 by enjoying the nature around you—and helping science while you’re at it
By Katherine Rapin