Increasing diversity in PA's parks starts with conversation
Organizers, activists and recreation professionals came together in Pittsburgh to work on issues of access and inclusivity in Pennsylvania's green spaces.
A floating field trip on the Mon River
This year, hundreds of students from the area will climb aboard Explorer, an amazing interactive classroom that also happens to be a boat. In addition to conducting experiments and observing wildlife, the kids will learn about the history of the Mon and how to be better stewards of the river.
Green Design: Getting passive aggressive
A NEPA architecture firm is designing award-winning green homes, employing a cutting-edge method that uses 80 percent less energy than conventional buildings.
Putting some mussels into PA rivers
An exciting partnership is working to breed, grow and release freshwater mussels into Philadelphia's Schuylkill River. Each one of these magical mollusks can filter up to 20 gallons of water per day, providing an essential service to our state's aquatic ecosystems.
A Philadelphia startup incentivizes good behavior
MilkCrate builds custom gamified apps that reward socially and environmentally impactful behavior, while offering its clients — nonprofits, progressive companies, schools — access to meaningful data.
Celebrating 125 years of PA's state parks and forests
In 1893, Pennsylvania was practically devoid of trees. In 2018, the state boasts 121 state parks encompassing nearly 300,000 acres and a state forest system comprised of 2.2 million acres in 48 counties. These natural assets are invaluable, whether you're talking about the Commonwealth's economy or its health.
Rest, relaxation, and conservation in the Poconos
Next time you book a stay in the mountains, you'll be helping to preserve the very natural landscape you've traveled to see. In this majestic region, environmentalists have joined forces with the vibrant tourism industry. Funds from hotel stays and drink purchases support conservation efforts, including the successful resurrection of the local bald eagle population. It’s a great way to justify your next vacation.
A Philly company disrupts the home pregnancy test
It's been 40 years since the first home tests hit the market, which means innovation is long overdue. This PA startup has developed a flushable, biodegradable, compostable product that offers the gift of ease and discretion to women everywhere.
Going green for the Capital Region's waterways
Slated to be incorporated over the next 20 to 50 years at a cost of at least $100 million, an expansive new program aims to reduce the amount of runoff and sewage that ends up in Harrisburg's waterways. Similar initiatives have also been shown to improve quality of life and raise property values.
A more sustainable Philadelphia? Green Building United is on the case
With a new name and a new goal, this longstanding Philadelphia institution is continuing its mission to promote sustainable design and construction, while spearheading an ambitious effort to foster a greener city by cutting energy, water use and emissions in half.