Environment
What We Learned about The Path to a Clean Energy Future
At an event hosted by Natural Allies for a Cleaner Energy Future this week, local thought leaders discussed a “big tent” approach to energy policy which could grow jobs and lower costs for consumers
By Malcolm Burnley
A Powerful Path to Peace?
A local circular economy leader on the fallacy of the scarcity mindset behind Trump’s latest war in the Middle East
By Nicolas Esposito
What Paris Can Teach Philly About Going Big
Stadium Beer — in Reusable Cups
Game days are amazing, but they’re also incredibly wasteful. One Oregon company has helped a number of professional sports arenas convert to reusable cups and food baskets. Could South Philly be next?
By Courtney DuChene
PA’s Energy Future Should Power Jobs, Growth and Opportunity
Pennsylvania’s energy advantage has long powered the nation. A local union leader notes that with smart policy, it can also power the next generation of manufacturing, technology investment, and good-paying jobs.
By William C. Sproule
The Flower Girl
Leona Davis wanted to repurpose the flowers from her daughter’s wedding. Now she’s created a circle of giving that brings joy, purpose, and sustainability across the region
By Autumn Demberger
Make Restaurant Reuse Easy
A Seattle program has encouraged both mom-and-pop eateries and behemoths like Starbucks to pare down their customer-facing waste. Could litter-burdened Philly do the same?
By Courtney DuChene
How Federal Cuts Are Transforming PA’s Solar Industry
Renewable energy provider Solar States hit its stride just as the Trump administration cut subsidies — can a loophole keep them afloat?
By Courtney DuChene
276,000 Acres of Public Land Hiding in Plain Sight
How can cities unlock land they already own for uses like affordable housing and conservation? The head of one promising initiative offers new tools — and potential solutions
By Diana Lind
Aer Cosmetics
Entrepreneur and pro dancer Paige DeAngelo knows the importance of good mascara — and she’s eyeing big growth for her sustainable makeup brand this year
By Courtney DuChene