Environment

Last month’s toxic spill in Otter Creek could have been an environmental catastrophe. A watershed protection expert lays out what we need to do to ensure our rivers stay clean for all Philadelphians

In L.A. and other cities, young people influence local climate policy and enact climate fixes — while learning what it means to be an engaged citizen. It’s time Philly joins the movement

At least seven cities worldwide have officials solely focused on mitigating rising heat. An event at Penn this week will lay out why that could help Philadelphia’s most vulnerable

A local nonprofit combines picking up litter with help for people who are homeless. You’re invited to their next event

The intentionally welcoming outdoors club celebrates birding season with events in spring, fall (and other seasons too) — for all people

Safer, healthier and more environmentally equitable neighborhoods are key to Philly’s future success. Here’s what a group of local organizations say our next mayor must do

The Memphis Grizzlies loaned its NBA star power to get citizens competing to pick up litter. Could a Philly “Litter League” help clean up our streets, too?

PhilaPort Communities are being ignored in the state’s push to build a local terminal for explosive gas. A Clean Air Council exec calls for accountability — to residents and the climate

A former Philadelphia firefighter has created an app that’s Uber for trash disposal to help landlords and small businesses keep the city clean. Now he’s ready to grow it big

Republicans and Democrats have worked together for good, meaningful environmental regulation in the past. They should continue to do so in the new legislative session.