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Walking the Green Talk: Suggestion #1
INSPIRATION: The Talmud suggests it is not incumbent upon us to complete God’s work, nor are we free to desist from it. Native American wisdom teaches us to think along timelines of seven…
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Solar Hot Water + Electric or Oil supplemental water heater? Which one is more efficient?
More people are switching to Solar Water Heaters. After all, solar hot water heaters are old and proven technology. Everyone living in Israel has been using those for the past sixty some years,…
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The Secret Lives of Clothes
Philadelphia used to be one of the leading Textile and Clothing manufacturing cities in the US. Today, what is left of that textile past is a large number of empty plants in North…
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Share More. Consume Less. Save Money.
We are a society built on consumption. We are told that we need to buy new things and have (at least) one of everything to “Keep up with the Jone’s.” But, why should…
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The Philadelphia Marathon goes “Green”
This weekend (Nov 18 to 20th) is the 18th annual the Philadelphia Marathon. As this major event is reaching the age of its legal majority, organizers are announcing a series of initiatives to…
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Green toys from Stokes Solar stir eco-excitement
Forget batteries. John Stokes is changing the way parents and children curve their perspective on playtime in Southeastern Pennsylvania one little toy at a time through solar, water and eventually wind-powered educational entertainment….
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Eco-Packed Events in Philly this Fall
Whenever I see Philadelphia represented poorly in the national media, I try to remember how awesome our city is at sustainability. And now that we’ve all survived scorching heat, an earthquake, and a…
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Discover how transportation impacts the affordability and sustainability of where you live?
When I think about moving to a different city or even just to a different neighborhood in Philadelphia, my first thought is to check the cost of housing. Most people know or guess…
Walking the Green Talk: Suggestion #1
INSPIRATION: The Talmud suggests it is not incumbent upon us to complete God’s work, nor are we free to desist from it. Native American wisdom teaches us to think along timelines of seven…
Solar Hot Water + Electric or Oil supplemental water heater? Which one is more efficient?
More people are switching to Solar Water Heaters. After all, solar hot water heaters are old and proven technology. Everyone living in Israel has been using those for the past sixty some years,…
The Secret Lives of Clothes
Philadelphia used to be one of the leading Textile and Clothing manufacturing cities in the US. Today, what is left of that textile past is a large number of empty plants in North…
Share More. Consume Less. Save Money.
We are a society built on consumption. We are told that we need to buy new things and have (at least) one of everything to “Keep up with the Jone’s.” But, why should…
Ten ways to green your end of year shopping
So you cannot stand the idea to wait in line at your local big box stores to get the best deal possible on the latest hot toys and you do want to buy…
The Philadelphia Marathon goes “Green”
This weekend (Nov 18 to 20th) is the 18th annual the Philadelphia Marathon. As this major event is reaching the age of its legal majority, organizers are announcing a series of initiatives to…
Bio-Degradable Dog Poopbag
You may recall this prior article: “Dog Crap – Do you want it with a bow?” on the kindness of clueless dog owners who leave their nicely tied poop bag on the side…
Kick-worthy composting barrels: a DIY approach for small yards
For those who live in towns or cities and don’t have much of a yard, it might seem like composting is out of the question. But Emily Fields, an elementary music teacher in…
Willow wood workshop offers sustainable furniture building insight
Traveling from Southwestern Michigan with a retired school bus full of willow cuttings, Bim Willow brought his willow wood workshop, sponsored by the Eastern Pennsylvania Permaculture Guild, to the Kimberton Waldorf School in…
Green toys from Stokes Solar stir eco-excitement
Forget batteries. John Stokes is changing the way parents and children curve their perspective on playtime in Southeastern Pennsylvania one little toy at a time through solar, water and eventually wind-powered educational entertainment….
February 18, 2012
Pelle G. Hansen — I'm not sure our footprints are 100% subliminal:) But we invite you to read even more on green nudges and...
January 4, 2012
Judah Press — All Green store on 20th and Chestnut.
November 1, 2011
Bob Adams — Great idea, but people should still dispose of the bagged poop. Poop puts a lot of nutrient in our waterways,...
September 21, 2011
beekeeping — Beekeeping is an incredibly rewarding hobby in so many ways. And because our honey bees are under threat from Colony...
September 19, 2011
PhillyEcoCity — Thank you. Totally agree.