Green Philly

The Academy of Natural Sciences survived for more than two centuries. Now, its future depends on public pressure and accountability. Read the full story: https://bit.ly/4ilw8eu

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Doom and gloom? Not on our watch. 🚫 Not when Philly is full of people doing the work to build a greener future. 💚 Join us on 10/29 for Philly's Green Oscars as we celebrate 27 local changemakers making our city greener, healthier, and more resilient. 🙌 Get your tickets NOW: https://bit.ly/4qJjnyv

🎟️ Get TWO SustainPHL VIP tickets (https://bit.ly/4qJjnyv) for the price of ONE! 🔥 On 10/29, we're bringing together Philly's sustainability community at the beautiful German Society of Pennsylvania to celebrate 27 local changemakers making our city greener, healthier, and more resilient.

DYK there are easy ways to protect waterways? Here are 5 things YOU can do (yes, you!). From watershed restoration to simple changes at home, protecting water relies on all of us working together. 💦 Learn more about protecting your water at the source: https://bit.ly/4idrws4 #sponsored

From storm drains in Germantown to community gardens in Kensington, these community leaders are showing how to put a cleaner Philly into action. (and they’re all SustainPHL nominees!) Read the full story: https://bit.ly/4hCDAD4

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Those mums you get every year to celebrate the upcoming “sweater-weather”? Sorry to tell you but they do little to nothing for our pollinator pals…Womp, womppppp. Enter… THE ASTER! ✨ Native asters are not only B-E-A-utiful but they act a host plants for native butterflies, moths and bees. 🐝 🦋

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Inside a Francisville Passive House project, Green Philly attendees saw how airtight construction, insulation, efficient HVAC, and solar power can reduce home energy use. https://bit.ly/4zaskUl

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🏆 Introducing the 2026 SustainPHL Nominees! From neighborhood leaders to innovative businesses and organizations, this year's nominees are putting “think global, act local” into action and building a greener, healthier and more resilient Philly. Join us to celebrate on 10/29! https://bit.ly/4hdugE4

Individual choices matter, but building sustainable communities also requires cooperation, shared resources and stronger relationships. Read the full story: https://bit.ly/4iD8VXb #sponsored #ad

✨ We need YOUR help (and you can win a $20 gift card)! ✨ We’re taking a quick pulse on how Green Philly’s stories and resources impact our community. This 1-minute survey will help us better understand what you’re learning—and what you’re inspired to do. Thank you! https://bit.ly/479Mv8U

Have 1 minute? Help Green Philly out! 🥰 We want to know: Does Green Philly actually inspire you to do something? Maybe you learned something new, changed a habit, attended an event, discovered a local organization or got more involved in your community. Take the survey:

Have 1 minute? Help Green Philly out! 🥰 We want to know: Does Green Philly actually inspire you to do something? Maybe you learned something new, changed a habit, attended an event, discovered a local organization or got more involved in your community. Take the survey: https://bit.ly/4AcMG0u

From watershed restoration to simple changes at home, protecting water relies on collective action. https://bit.ly/4yzbMVN #sponsored

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Today’s rally left us feeling hopeful and inspired! Hundreds of Philadelphians showed up with a clear message: “We MUST keep the Academy of Natural Sciences OPEN!” 🦖 ​ Take action: https://save-the-academy.org/

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⏰ Early bird pricing won’t last, grab your SustainPHL tickets now! ⏰ Join us Thursday, October 29 at The German Society of Pennsylvania for SustainPHL’s 9th annual celebration of the people, organizations, and businesses making Philly more sustainable. 🎟️ Get your tickets: https://bit.ly/4qJjnyv

Ready for a night out that celebrates the people making Philly a better place? 🌱✨ SustainPHL is back for its 9th annual celebration bringing together the people, organizations, and businesses helping shape a more sustainable Philadelphia. 🎟️ Early bird pricing is available: https://bit.ly/4qJjnyv

What does a home without fossil fuels look like? 👀 Get a behind-the-scenes look at Passive George, an all-electric, net-zero energy residential development taking shape in Philadelphia! Grab your ticket: https://bit.ly/4d4YHuW

Here’s a look at the intricate system of infrastructure, testing, treatment, and the people who help ensure your water is safe to drink. #sponsoredpost https://bit.ly/4gSLwj6

Join us for an exclusive Members-only, behind-the-scenes tour of Subaru Park, home of the Philadelphia Union and the FIRST zero-landfill soccer stadium in Major League Soccer. 🌎♻️ Become a Green Philly Member (https://bit.ly/4aXkotE) & we'll send you the event invite to register!

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🟢⚽ Learn about sustainability with the Philadelphia Union! 🌿 Join us for a Members-only, BTS tour of Subaru Park, home of the Phila Union and the FIRST zero-landfill soccer stadium in MLS. 🌎♻️ Become a Member (https://bit.ly/4aXkotE) and once you've signed up, we'll send you the event invite!

Nominations (https://bit.ly/458bhW8) are now open through 8/19 for the 9th annual SustainPHL. Submit your picks for individuals, groups, projects, nonprofits, civic/government entities, or businesses that are driving sustainability and social impact in the Greater Philadelphia area. 💚

According to the Philadelphia Inquirer, more Philadelphians are opting to shop at local farmers’ markets for their produce as cyclospora outbreaks continue to pop up. One great way to eat seasonally and know EXACTLY where your food comes from is to shop locally.

Carlton Williams is leaving the Office of Clean and Green Initiatives after helping launch Mayor Parker’s anti-litter efforts. Community leaders say his successor should build on that work while tackling the root causes of waste. Read the full story: https://bit.ly/4cmlbqW

🤝 Ever wanted to collab with a local creator? In this 2026 Summit session, @greenphilly.bsky.social's Julie Hancher and News Creator Corps' Maya Srikrishnan will share their experiences with viral content and creator partnerships –– check it out: tinyurl.com/LIONSummit26

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Retreat to these local gardens and green spaces that feel like an escape, but all within city limits. https://bit.ly/3RO0oWj

ONE WEEK LEFT TO JOIN US! 🌿🪦✨ Join us at Laurel Hill Cemetery East on 7/22 for a one-of-a-kind evening where history, horticulture, and creativity come together through a guided garden tour and hands-on cemeterrarium (that's a cemetery terrarium!) workshop. Sign up: https://bit.ly/4fIGfKZ

Philadelphia Water’s Drinking Water Quality Annual Report for 2025 dropped on Wednesday, sharing that the city’s drinking water meets safety standards. https://bit.ly/4fby3B2

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👻 Love all things spooky and sustainability? You don't have to choose! 🌿 Celebrate Summer-ween with us at Laurel Hill for an evening of history, horticulture, and hands-on creativity. 🎟️ Spots are limited: https://bit.ly/4fIGfKZ

As mayors around the world pledge to reduce municipal greenhouse gas emissions, they’re missing the literal low-hanging fruit of bolstering urban forests, dozens of scientists argue in a new essay. This story was originally published by Grist. https://bit.ly/3SLY9TD

🌸⚰️ Blooms, tombs, and a little Summer-ween magic? Count us in. Trade an ordinary evening for one where history, horticulture, and gothic garden vibes collide at Laurel Hill East on July 22 at 5:30 PM. 🌿✨ RSVP: https://bit.ly/4fIGfKZ

A multi-use trail would allow pedestrians and bikes to travel from Rowan University to the Edelman Fossil Park and connect to other area trail systems. This article is republished in partnership with South Jersey Climate News. https://bit.ly/4eEM5w1

👀NEW EVENT! Discover the intersection of history, botany & spooky gardening! Join a captivating garden tour at Laurel Hill East on 7/29 followed by a hands-on crafting workshop. 🪦 RSVP: bit.ly/4fIGfKZ

“A day may come when the courage of [Philadelphians] fails, when we forsake our [plants] and break all bonds of fellowship. But it is not this day.” -Aragorn (probably) if he learned about the Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) invasion

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Pennsylvania’s century-old water infrastructure faces modern climate threats. Here’s why it’s complicated. https://bit.ly/4ee1W4m #sponsored

The outdoors are for EVERYONE! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Here are a few of the Philly-based LGBTQ+ orgs that will help you get outside and moving this month (and year-round). Tell us what Pride events or awesome orgs you’re showing up for this month! Happy Pride, Philly! 🌈

Pennsylvania has become a hot spot for data center proposals and public backlash about where to build them. https://bit.ly/4vghf2I This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license.

Wish this was a green space instead... Also still missing the IKEA ship. 🚢

Host cities for the 2026 FIFA World Cup face issues with pollution, heat and waste. ⚽Read the full story: https://bit.ly/4acYioQ This article is republished with permission by @sjclimatenews.

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