Green Philly

Why buy brand new when you can have a *gently used* cat like Floof here, an OG West Philly cat! 🐈 Celebrate #InternationalCatDay by considering adopting your next furry friend. Check out some of our favorite rescues: @phillypaws @morrisanimalrefuge @streettails @greenstreetrescuephilly @fishtailsrescue Where did you rescue your favorite feline or cool canine from? 😻

Taking Routes to ROOTS!🚍 Have you heard of @gettingtogreen.phl ? 🎨 Created by the talented Shira Walinsky and Laura Deutch, this multidisciplinary public art project inspires Philly residents to hop on public transit and explore the city’s amazing green spaces. 🌳 From the serene @johnheinznwr to the beautiful Tacony Creek Park, there’s a green space waiting for you to fall in love with—all accessible by your local bus route! Word just in, Getting to Green just confirmed that they delivered more maps to the @septaphilly regional rail stations! 🚌💚 What’s your favorite green space to visit in Philly ⬇️! 🌺🍃

🌟 What a fantastic evening at The Discovery Center! 🌟 We had a blast connecting with familiar faces and meeting new friends in the sustainability community. 🌿 From engaging in community science and learning how to bird to exploring how our actions impact the land, it was truly a night of discovery, connection, and learning. 🌍 Can’t wait to see you all at our next event! 🎉 Join us for a FREE drink on us and discover more about our membership during our Members Happy Hour on Wednesday, 8/14. Click the link in our bio to sign up.🍹✨ 📸: @rivkincollective

Don’t you just want to SCREAM when you see an opossum?! 😍😍 Now, we know they aren’t everyone’s favorite critter (and perhaps you’re screaming not out of cuteness rage), but let’s bust some myths to help spread the opossum love! 💖 🍼 Opossums are the ONLY marsupials found in North America, meaning they carry and nurse their young in a pouch (just like wombats, koalas, and kangaroos!). 😴 “Playing possum,” where an opossum plays dead when threatened, is actually an involuntary response that can last from a few minutes to a few hours. 🦠 Opossums do NOT carry rabies due to their lower body temperature. 🦟 These cuties control pests like ticks, which can reduce the spread of Lyme disease - YES, please! 🏙️ Opossums are highly adaptable and can live in various environments, from forests to urban areas. So next time a friend or family member talks down on these fascinating creatures, remind them that opossums play a significant role in maintaining ecological balance and are quite beneficial to have around! 🌍 How do you practice living WITH wildlife? 🏡💚

Can I get a G... Can I get a S... Can I get an I! G-S-I! 💚 You know we love some green stormwater infrastructure! Watching this stormwater bumpout change with the seasons has been such a treat. From the soggy, chilly days of March to the (very) warm days of July, it’s been amazing to see these plants—grasses, perennials, and shrubs—thrive on all the water runoff. Runoff water is directed underneath the system to be stored, infiltrated, and absorbed, with the vegetation kept short to maintain open sight lines for traffic. 🌧️➡️🌿 What is your favorite type of GSI?

🌿 New Article Alert! 🌿 "Transforming a Garden into Neighborhood Pride: The Story of Tioga Hope Park and Garden" is now live on our site! Discover how collaborative efforts turned a vacant lot into a vibrant community hub. Gardening can be a hobby, but with invested neighbors, partners, and funding, it can become a source of neighborhood pride. Check out the full story! Link in bio!

🌱 Ready to kickstart your career in sustainability? 🌍✨ The MS in Sustainable Design Program from @cabe_jefferson is your gateway to becoming a leader in the fight against climate change. This award-winning, transdisciplinary degree takes a unique “Sustainability-First” approach, weaving exceptional design into the fabric of sustainable solutions. A huge shoutout to our Silver Sponsor, Jefferson College of Architecture & the Built Environment, for their amazing support during our inaugural EcoFair! 🌿🙌

🍹Join us for our Green Philly Members Happy Hour! Connect with amazing people and discover how local businesses, from hairdressers to entrepreneurs, are embracing sustainability. You’ll be surprised by how much sustainability is actually happening in our city! Sign up for a free 30-day trial of our membership and join the changemakers of Philly. Be part of our eco-friendly community and help make a difference! 🌿🍻 Link in bio to RSVP!

Where are you getting outside this summer? Spill your local & close getaways ⬇️ #greenphilly #philly #localgetaway #explorepa #outside

🌡️ Philly is feeling the heat! The USDA updated the Plant Hardiness Zone Map in 2023 (the first time since 1990) revealing our city is now warmer, moving into Zone 7b. This change highlights the impact of climate change, affecting what plants we can grow. 🌱@AcadNatSci researchers are tracking these shifts, using their collections to understand and adapt to our changing environment. 🌿✨ 📸 This photo is from this years Philadelphia Flower Show where Jennifer Designs created “America in Bloom,” a floral map showcasing the new USDA zone map. Interested in learning more about urban gardening? Listen to our new podcast “Gritty & Green” with host Meredith Nutting! Link in bio for episodes. #Gardening #ClimateChange #PhillyGardens

🌿💧 Looking to connect with your local watershed? Join us TOMORROW at @discoveryphila! 🌳✨ On Wednesday, July 24 from 6-8 pm, learn more about the Philadelphia ecosystem we are part of and network with fellow sustainability enthusiasts. Whether you’re curious about mussels or keen on birding, we’ve got something for you! 🐚🐦 Choose between an introduction to mussels workshop or a bird tour of the Strawberry Mansion Reservoir with @audubonmidatl. Sign up for your preferred session upon arrival, so don’t be late! Join us (🔗 Link in bio). Remember, Green Philly Members always enjoy discounts on our events!

Connect with fellow climate champions this August – we’re all in this together! Want to get more involved in creating a green future for our city? At Green Philly, one of our missions is to foster a community of sustainably-minded Philadelphians! Join us on August 14 at Human Robot for our Members Happy Hour, where you can connect with other sustainability enthusiasts. 🤝 Try our FREE 30-day Membership trial to join the fun and get your first drink on us. Click the link in our bio for more info. 🌿 📸: @rivkincollective

DYK: You can sip on wine from the FIRST climate-neutral winery in the world? Bonterra is 100% climate neutral, diverts 98% of their waste from landfill or incineration, and has been farming organically since 1987. 🌱🍇 We’ve been loving sipping on @bonterra wine, not only because it is America’s #1 organic winery, but also because of their commitment to sustainability. 🌿🍷 Raise a glass to a greener future with Bonterra! 🥂 #SustainableLiving #OrganicWine #GreenPhilly