Pennsylvania Environmental Council

Greater Philadelphia Green Business Program

jessica — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:51:47 -0400

Designing a Municipal Sediment Credit System for Wissahickon Creek

jessica — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 12:46:46 -0400

By Kenneth J. Warren and Mindy Lemoine
03-18-2010
The Wissahickon Creek is one of our region's treasured streams. Meandering from its headwaters in upper Montgomery County through Valley Green to its confluence with the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia, the creek provides recreational, aesthetic and ecological benefits. Despite its charm, however, the creek faces several challenges.

Urban Sustainability Forum: Cracking the Code

jessica — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 12:09:49 -0500

Cracking the Code:
How 21st Century Building and Zoning Codes Will Make or Break Our Communities

Academy of Natural Sciences
19th St and the Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Reception: 6:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Program: 6:30-8:00 p.m.

What if every new building in Philadelphia were a green building? What if everyone had access to the waterfronts, could enjoy safe bike lanes, and could conveniently utilize public transportation?

Green Business Program 1-Year Celebration

jessica — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 11:23:22 -0500

Greater Philadelphia Green Business Program Celebrates One Year Anniversary Wednesday, April 7, 2010, 5:30 - 7:30 PM Rain or shine!
Location: Courtyard of 1 Logan Square, 18th and Cherry Streets (next to the Four Seasons Hotel)

RSVP at http://phillygreenbiz.eventbrite.com

58th Street Greenway Public Meeting

jessica — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 11:21:11 -0500

The 58th Street Greenway Project is FUNDED FOR CONSTRUCTION as part of a $17 million federal transportation grant!

NEXT STEPS: Come to the 5th public workshop and review the conceptual design, a culmination of over six months of community direction and input.

LOCATION:
58th Street Presbyterian Home
2050 58th Street

REFRESHMENTS & FREE BIKE HELMETS FOR KIDS!

Click here to see the flyer (and invite friends!)

Transforming the Tidal Delaware into a 21st Century Riverfront

jessica — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:37:12 -0500

TIGER grants will get economy moving

jessica — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 10:44:11 -0500

The White House has announced $1.5 billion for special transportation grants as part of the massive federal stimulus program passed over a year ago. Andrea Bernstein tells us about the potential transportation projects to come.

American Public Radio MARKETPLACE reports on the transportation funding for trails.

New bike paths for region, courtesy of U.S. stimulus

jessica — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 10:39:28 -0500

By Paul Nussbaum
INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

Ten new bike and pedestrian paths will be built in Philadelphia and South Jersey with $23 million in federal stimulus funds, local officials announced today.

The trails will fill in some of the gaps in a planned 108-mile network that eventually will link Philadelphia, Reading, Chester, New Hope, Cherry Hill, and Trenton.

PEC and Bicycle Coalition play key role in securing $23 million in stimulus funding for regional trails

jessica — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 16:33:10 -0500

Philadelphia, PA - The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia and the Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) worked with six counties and agencies in Pennsylvania and New Jersey to secure $23 million from the U.S. Department of Transportation's Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery (TIGER) Discretionary Grant Program.

ECG - North Delaware Riverfront (Philadelphia)

jessica — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 11:36:54 -0500

Latest News:

Upcoming Events

A "green" city plan to reduce storm water runoff

jessica — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 11:57:16 -0500

By Sandy Bauers
Inquirer Staff Writer

Storm water is nasty and dirty and can cause flooding. So the sooner it gets off a property, the better.

But it's about to become valuable stuff in Philadelphia. Businesses can make money by embracing it. Or face losing money if they let it go.

This week, the Water Department is sending notices to 79,000 commercial customers about a new billing structure for storm water that will begin in July.

As always, there will be winners and losers.

Susquehanna Greenway Symposium

jessica — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 13:10:44 -0500

Susquehanna Greenway Symposium

Using civic engagement to create healthy, sustainable Susquehanna communities

Stimulus money helps township detention basin into ponds and meadow

jessica — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 09:51:10 -0500

by Patrick Lester
The Morning Call
http://www.mcall.com/news/local/all-a5_5pond.7154586jan28,0,3597499.story

With its triad of concrete channels running along flat, treeless green space, an 81/2-acre strip off Sauerkraut Lane in Lower Macungie Township is hardly a scene of beauty.

''It looks like an alien landing strip,'' Rebecca Kennedy said. ''It's a green desert.''

"Complete the Schuylkill River Trail" Walk - Bartram's Garden to Dupont Crescent

jessica — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 13:27:07 -0500

9:30 AM to 12:30PM

13th Annual Southeast EAC Conference

jessica — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 12:55:52 -0500

LOCATION:
Abington Friends School
Jenkintown
575 Washington Lane
Jenkintown, PA 19046 (Click here for directions)

TIME: 9:00 am – 2:00pm.

Green leap forward for city

jessica — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 09:33:03 -0500

By Patrick Starr

This week, Mayor Nutter signed Philadelphia's first green building law, requiring that new city-owned buildings of a certain size must meet heightened environmental standards. The mayor and City Council deserve credit for a measure that will improve the city's finances and sustainability.

PEC Applauds City of Philadelphia Green Building Law

jessica — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 11:29:08 -0500

PHILADELPHIA - The Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) applauds the City of Philadelphia's green building law (Bill 080025), signed today by Mayor Michael Nutter.

Philadelphia to pass green building bill

jessica — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 15:25:02 -0500

According to the City of Philadelphia: On December 10, 2009 City Council passed Bill No. 080025, introduced by Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds Brown, which calls for new construction and major renovation of large City government buildings to be designed, constructed, and certified at the silver level of the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating system of the U.S. Green Building Council.

58th St. Greenway Public Meeting

jessica — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 10:00:23 -0500

New Spirit Church
58th Street and Chester Ave.
7:00 p.m.

We have all shared tons of ideas at previous meetings. NOW it's time to start deciding how to make 58th Street a safer, more enjoyable place to live, walk, bike and drive.

EPA Greener Cleanups

jessica — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 09:42:09 -0500

You're invited to the Mid-Atlantic Green Cleanup Symposium.

WHEN: Wednesday and Thursday,
February 10th & 11th, 2010
WHERE: Drexel University in Philadelphia, PA

Tidal Delaware Boater Stewardship Workshop: Clean Marine

jessica — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 12:36:12 -0500

Clean Marine

Dinner and Workshop: How recreational boaters, sailors, kayakers andanglers can lead the way to a cleaner, healthier Tidal Delaware River

Urban Sustainability Forum: A Special Forum with David Byrne - Cities, Bicycles and the Future of Getting Around

jessica — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 14:40:42 -0500

6:00 - 6:30 p.m. - Reception
6:30 - 8:30 p.m. - Program

David Byrne has been writing and performing music and directing video and film for more than 30 years. He was the lead guitar player and singer for the Talking Heads, the innovative rock band which was inducted in to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2002.

What might not be as well known is Byrne's passion for biking, and advocacy for bicycles in cities around the world.

NKCDC Plan

jessica — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 14:44:28 -0500

PROPOSALS FOR REVIEW

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 10:47:13 -0500

Dear Reviewer,

I want to thank you for the time, energy, and expertise you are lending to this very exciting and important project. As you know, we have an accelerated schedule in which to select our consultant team and your immediate attention is appreciated. We have tried to make this as easy for you as possible and so here are a few simple instructions to help you along.

East Coast Greenway - Bristol Delaware Riverfront Greenway Plan

jessica — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 10:33:47 -0500

Bristol Delaware Riverfront Greenway

Feasibility Analysis

Draft 11-11-09

GREAT PA/NJ

jessica — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:09:01 -0500

GREAT-PA/NJ AWARDED $23 MILLION!

February 17, 2010 - The US Department of Transportation awarded $23 million for biking and walking trails in Philadelphia and Camden through the Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery (TIGER) Discretionary Grant Program.

Love the Lake Concert

jessica — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 16:03:46 -0500

Yeadon Borough's Solution to Soggy Days

jessica — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 09:02:15 -0500

Yeadon Borough and the Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) celebrated the completion of the Borough's Urban Stormwater Demonstration Projects on Monday, December 7 at 4:00 p.m.

Yeadon Borough Stormwater Demonstration Project

jessica — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 13:48:20 -0500

Recognition Ceremony Begins at 4:00pm
Following Darby Cobbs Partnership Meeting at 2:00pm

58th St. Greenway Public Meeting - Southwest Philadelphia

jessica — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 17:07:49 -0500

Nicer sidewalks, safer intersections, and more places for kids to play!

Come share your ideas about making a safer, more enjoyable place to live, walk, bike and drive.

Thursday, December 3, 2009
6:30pm
Ezekiel Baptist Church
58th Street & Grays Ave

Refreshments and door prizes!

This trail will link Bartram's Garden to the Cobbs Creek Trail and will become a designated section of the East Coast Greenway.

PEC seeks proposals for Bridesburg Ecological Restoration Project

jessica — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:49:30 -0500

The Pennsylvania Environmental Council seeks proposals from qualified engineering/environmental consulting firms to move forward a project to restore up to
9 acres of riparian upland; 2,000 linear feet of inter-tidal shoreline, and 6 acres of aquatic habitat along Philadelphia's Delaware riverfront, in the neighborhood of Bridesburg.

Erie to Pittsburgh Trail web site launched

jessica — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:40:12 -0500

The Erie to Pittsburgh Trail is being developed by the Erie to Pittsburgh Trail Alliance, which is an alliance of trail related and interested groups and individuals. We are working to support the designation, development, promotion, and management of the 270-plus mile network of (mostly) rail-trails between Erie PA and Pittsburgh PA.

Big Green City? Not yet.

jessica — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:04:24 -0500

Sure, Philadelphia has its share of "green" initiatives to not only clean up the city but make it more energy efficient. But what exactly has it done to follow through on numerous plans developed over the last decade?

The Pennsylvania Environmental Council released a report Thursday that collects all the studies and proposals and suggests that one last big push by city government and
nonprofits could finally lead to a greater emphasis on expanding Fairmount Park, reducing city energy use and cleaner streets.

Signage unveiling and cleanup promotes boating and stewardship on the Tidal Delaware Water Trail

jessica — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:59:35 -0500

Pa. budget cuts hamper environmental protection

jessica — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 09:23:39 -0400

By Sandy Bauers, Inquirer Staff Writer

Pennsylvania environmental officials have spent the last week hunched over spreadsheets, trying to figure out how to lessen the impact of the largest budget cuts in recent memory.

Pennsylvania Environmental Council releases "Implementing Green Infrastructure"

jessica — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 15:57:45 -0400

Philadelphia can help ensure a more prosperous future by investing in green infrastructure, according to a report released by the Pennsylvania Environmental Council.

East Coast Greenway Fundraiser

jessica — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 15:36:25 -0400

East Coast Greenway and Schuylkill River Trail Bicycle & Boat Fundraising Tour

"Let's complete the Trail and Greenway and have fun doing it!"

A rare round-trip guided tour by bike and boat of the tidal Schuylkill from Walnut Street in Center City to Fort Mifflin in Southwest Philadelphia

Tour departs: Schuylkill Banks Walnut Street dock by bicycle at 9:00 a.m.
read more

Federal Climate Change Policy Briefing

jessica — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 15:38:56 -0400

Presented by the Pennsylvania Environmental Council, Clean Air Council and the Academy of Natural Sciences Center for Environmental Policy

Academy of Natural Sciences
Ben Franklin Parkway
6:00pm Doors open

6:30 pm Welcome/Introductions
read more

At Penn's Landing, a day of watery whimsy

jessica — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 15:00:47 -0400

Coast Day festival salutes all matters maritime. At Penn's Landing, a day of watery whimsy
By Monica Peters FOR THE INQUIRER

On Sunday, the Southeastern Pennsylvania Coast Day festival at Penn's Landing will celebrate our region's maritime history and culture with free entertainment and activities. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., children can enjoy crafts with their parents such as decorating scratch-off fish.
read more

Lehigh Valley EAC Conference

jessica — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 13:35:13 -0400

LOCATION:
Northampton County Community College
Fowler Center
511 E. Third St., Bethlehem.
Room 605
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

TOPICS and sessions include (click here for full agenda):
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58th St. Greenway Public Meeting

jessica — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 10:49:01 -0400

The 58th Street Greenway will be a biking and walking path from Bartram's Garden to Cobbs Creek. PEC is working with Michael Baker, Inc. to design a path that provides an attractive greenway for a safe, enjoyable experience. During the design phase, commmunity members can give input regarding their needs/wants for a trail. This could include trees, curb repairs, benches, signage, bike racks and other amenities.

LOCATION: 5803 Kingsessing Avenue in Philadelphia
TIME: 6:00PM
read more

Pennsylvania Environmental Council selects Michael Baker Jr., Inc. to design 58th Street Connector Greenway

jessica — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 09:34:12 -0400
Philadelphia, PA - The Pennsylvania Environmental Council announced that Michael Baker Jr., Inc. in association with Toole Design Group has been contracted to produce the conceptual and final design of the 58th Street Connector Greenway trail. The greenway segment in Southwest Philly will connect the Schuylkill River Trail and Bartram's Garden to the existing Cobbs Creek Trail and become one of the links in the national East Coast Greenway.

read more

Organizers imagine a tri-state bike trail

jessica — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 09:51:06 -0400

Click here to visit the WHYY web site and listen to the report by Shai Ben-Yaacov of WHYY featuring Spencer Finch, PEC Director of Sustainable Development.

Text of interview (from WHYY web site):

Organizers are hoping to use federal stimulus dollars to build a bike trail system that would run through New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware. Officials are applying for 36 million dollars to fund the project.
read more

Meet & Green

jessica — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 15:41:32 -0400

Green Business Program Members the Philadelphia Zoo and The Hub Meeting and Event Center present:

Meet and Green
5:30 - 8:00 p.m.
The Hub Cira Centre
2929 Arch St., Mezzanine
$15

A networking event designed to connect businesses in search of green solutions with those who can provide them.

Brought to you in partnership with the Sustainable Business Network and the Pennsylvania Environmental Council's Greater Philadelphia Green Business Program
read more

Breaking ground with a $1.6 billion plan to tame water

jessica — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 12:37:41 -0400

By Sandy Bauers
Inquirer Staff Writer

View the entire article and photos online: http://www.philly.com/philly/news/homepage/62007227.html?viewAll=y

Philadelphia has announced a $1.6 billion plan to transform the city over the next 20 years by embracing its storm water - instead of hustling it down sewers and into rivers as fast as possible.
read more

Philadelphia and surrounding counties collaborate on $36 million grant proposal to fund multi-use trail network

jessica — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 09:00:41 -0400

read more

Kayak and Clean at Schuylkill Banks

jessica — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 13:52:44 -0400

Join us October 6 at 5:00 p.m. next to the Philadelphia Museum of Art on the Schuylkill River for the launch of the Coalition for Philadelphia's Riverfronts campaign. We’ll talk about how the new greenway will help the city’s economy, the ways it will support Greenworks’ goal to make Philadelphia the greenest city in America and how a continuous, connected trail along our rivers will benefit everyone who lives in or visits Philadelphia.
read more

Wine Tasting Fundraiser

jessica — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 11:50:37 -0400

Fairmount Water Works Interpretive Center
$35 per person

Includes wine, hors d'oeuvres and Interpretive Center tours, including a special exhibit "100 Years of Filtration"

Meet and greet with PEC's new President & CEO, Don Welsh.

Wine discussion/tasting by Phil Hinerman, PEC Board Member, Attorney, Associate in London's Institute of Wines and Spirits, LEED-AP, and Certified Specialist for Wines, Society of Wine Educators.
read more

Public Meeting: Bristol Riverfront East Coast Greenway meeting

jessica — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 13:05:27 -0400

Bristol Riverfront Greenway Public Meeting

6:30 - 8:30

Margaret R. Grundy Memorial Library

680 Radcliffe St. Bristol, PA

The East Coast Greenway is a paved, off-road walking and biking trail. Once complete, it will connect all major cities along the East Coast including Boston, New York, DC, Miami and Philadelphia!

PEC On the Forefront: Ecological Restoration on the Delaware River

jessica — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:46:08 -0400

TIME 4:30-6pm (presentation will begin at 5pm)

PEC and our partners have embarked on an ecological restoration program to reestablish river bank forests and fresh water tidal wetlands. At September's PEC on the Forefront we will summarize the first phase of this work; the identification, assessment, and prioritization of ecological restoration sites.

Coast Day - Free Kayaking

jessica — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 11:53:24 -0400

The annual Southeastern PA Coast Day event celebrate's our region's maritime history and culture.

Join PEC on Coast Day for free kayaking from 12-4pm in the Penn's Landing Marina (south of the seaport museum and ferry). Then, be sure to stop by PEC's booth for fishing games, information on the Tidal Delaware Water Trail and how you can get out more on the Delaware River!

Rutledge soaks up garden

jessica — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 15:52:34 -0400

By BARBARA ORMSBY Times Correspondent

It was a "green" letter day recently when the long-awaited rain gardens at Triangle Park were dedicated with a ribbon-cutting
ceremony.

The rain gardens are designed to help control stormwater and filter and trap pollutants before they can reach Stoney Creek, a tributary of Darby Creek.

When rain water enters the gardens, native plants and soils act as filters to help cleanse water before it flows into the creek.

Urban Sustainability Forum - Green Infrastructure

jessica — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 14:10:13 -0400

Urban Sustainability Forum: Green Infrastructure Funding

6:00 p.m.- Reception
6:30 p.m.- Program
Academy of Natural Sciences- 19th St. and the Ben Franklin Parkway
Register online by visiting: http://greeninfrastructurefinance.eventbrite.com/

Urban Sustainability Forum - "No Vacancy": Reimagining Vacant Land in Philadelphia

jessica — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 13:57:54 -0400

September 17, 2009
6:00- 6:30 p.m. - Reception
6:30-8:30 p.m. - Program

Academy of Natural Sciences
19^th St and the Benjamin Franklin Parkway

RSVP here to reserve your spot.

East Coast Greenway 58th St. Greenway Public Meeting

jessica — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 12:59:07 -0400

You're Invited!

The Pennsylvania Environmental Council would like to invite you to participate in the upcoming 58th Street Greenway Public Meeting!

Tuesday, September 29, 2009
6:00pm to 7:30pm
Francis Myers Recreation Center
5803 Kingsessing Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143

Construction to Start on Riverfront Greenway

jessica — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 09:51:14 -0400

By Jennifer Lin, Inquirer Staff Writer

Read the article online here.

Bob Borski heads down a long lane off State Road and stops his car at a city park on the Delaware River in Northeast Philadelphia.

The former congressman scans the broad shoulders of the muddy river.

"It's spectacular," Borski said.

"And no one ever gets over here to see it."

Triangle Park New Stormwater Management Practices

jessica — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 15:38:12 -0400

RUTLEDGE BOROUGH - The Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) celebrated Rutledge Borough's Triangle Park Stormwater Demonstration Projects at a green ribbon cutting ceremony 4 p.m. Thursday, July 16 at the park, Swarthmore and Rutledge avenues.

58th St. Connector (Southwest Philadelphia)

jessica — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 11:29:55 -0400

Latest News:

Upcoming Events

Grid Magazine features East Coast Greenway

jessica — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 14:28:20 -0400

Click the "open publication" link below to read the magazine online. Click through to page 18 to read the article on the East Coast Greenway coming through Philadelphia.

Bicycle route through Center City planned

jessica — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 13:54:58 -0400

A bicycle route through Center City is planned
By Sandy Bauers, Inquirer Staff Writer

In a bid to increase bicycling in Philadelphia, the city plans to designate one lane along two major streets - Spruce and Pine - for bikes, leaving the other lane for all vehicular traffic.

City workers will paint new lines along both streets, from river to river, officials said, with the pilot project beginning around Labor Day.

Golf courses explore environmentally friendly practices

brad — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 10:29:34 -0400

From the Pottstown Mercury

By Brian McCullough, Journal Register News Service

2009 Delaware River Sojourn and Free Kayaking announcement

jessica — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 17:28:54 -0400

Click here to see video from Day 7 of the 2009 Delaware River Sojourn, and comments by Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter during the announcement of a free kayak program coming to Penn's Landing this summer.

East Coast Greenway - Bucks

jessica — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 14:14:51 -0400

Latest News:

Upcoming Events

PEC launches free kayak program at Penn's Landing

jessica — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 09:36:10 -0400

Join us for kayaking this summer!

This program is a free walk-up, first-come, first-served kayak program where people can learn a little about kayaking and paddle around the Penn's Landing Marina in Philadelphia for about 20 minutes under the supervision of trained kayak staff. It's a chance to experience Philadelphia like you've never seen it before - from the water!

Urban Sustainability Forum

jessica — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 17:25:42 -0400

The recent launch of Greenworks, Philadelphia's sustainability framework, sets the goals and strategies for making Philadelphia the greenest city in America.

Join us at the Urban Sustainability Forum for an overview of Greenworks and its five topics - Energy, Environment, Equity, Economy, and Engagement.

Agenda:

I. Welcome- Roland Wall, Academy of Natural Sciences

II. Christine Knapp- unveil new USF logo and website

III. Mark Alan Hughes- Overview of Greenworks process and status

IV. Greenworks Presentation

Hatboro applies for funding to reduce flooding

jessica — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 15:34:43 -0400

The Public Spirit/Willow Grove Guide/Montgomery News

By Nick Malinowski
Staff Writer

After expressing concerns about the lengthy legal requirements and the inflexible grant application guidelines, Hatboro Borough Council voted unanimously to apply for $879,000 in stimulus money from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, which will be directed toward storm-water management in the borough.

Shale tax would help PA

jessica — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 14:46:57 -0400

Shale tax would help Pa.
Revenue from natural- gas extraction holds promise economically and environmentally.

By Don Welsh

Against an increasingly stark outlook, state budget negotiations have begun in earnest. Many thorny choices need to be made - not just about where to cut the budget, but also about where to find new, reasonable revenue sources.

The latter should include a tax on natural-gas extraction within the state, which could help pay for environmental programs.

39th Annual Philadelphia Dinner

jessica — Wed, 13 May 2009 09:42:28 -0400

Location:

Crystal Tea Room
Wanamaker Building, 9th floor
100 Penn Square East
Philadelphia, PA 19107

5:30 pm Reception
7:00 pm Dinner

Trail could hit bumps in Bucks

jessica — Wed, 13 May 2009 09:16:40 -0400

The East Coast Greenway - a massive project to connect hike and bike trails from Maine to Miami -would run into more than a few roadblocks as it ran through Lower Bucks County, engineers said Tuesday.

Early concept plans for the Lower Bucks leg of the 3,000-mile greenway showed the trail running through the intersection of Green Lane and Route 13, which has seen several fatal pedestrian accidents in recent years.

Township joins effort to prevent flooding

brad — Tue, 05 May 2009 10:27:41 -0400

From The Inteligencer

By: ANNIE TASKER

Commissioners voted to apply for flood prevention stimulus funding.

Upper Moreland is officially on board with an inter-municipal flood prevention project hoped to be paid for with federal stimulus dollars.

Mayor's Bike Ride along the East Coast Greenway

jessica — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 16:45:37 -0400

Delaware River Day

jessica — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 12:08:10 -0400

Memorial Day Weekend will mark the first time this year that hundreds of boaters in the Philadelphia region will put their vessels in the water and Delaware River Day is the perfect way to start the Penn's Landing Summer Program Season. Produced by the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary and the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation, Delaware River Day encourages conscientious boating practices, stresses the importance of marine safety measures and encourages waterway preservation along the Delaware River.

'Toxic Truth' book signing and discussion

jessica — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 09:13:27 -0400

Reception at 6 p.m.

Program at 6:45 p.m.

Sustainable... Philly?

jessica — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 12:15:53 -0400

The other night, the Pennsylvania Environmental Council presented its 2009 Philadelphia Sustainability Awards. The event was held in a big auditorium at the Convention Center. It was the evening of the snowstorm, but about 400 people showed up. The place was packed.

Getting Local Firms to Go Green

jessica — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 10:33:35 -0400

Philadelphia Inquirer
by Diane Mastrull

When Josh Kaplowitz arrived at Drinker, Biddle & Reath L.L.P. in September 2007, the new lawyer was 28, "passionate" about environmental stewardship, and appalled by his decidedly nongreen workplace.

"No one knew what to do with recyclables," he recalled. "People were printing up obscene amounts of paper. I noticed an inexcusable amount of waste going on."

Within three months, he had the blessing of Drinker administrators to form a green task force.

Presentation: Rachel Carson’s influence on environmental literacy

brad — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 11:51:34 -0400

PEC is sponsoring a presentation entitled "From Nature Study to Environmental Literacy: Rachel Carson as Teacher," as part of the Outdoor Heritage Month activities in partnership with Natural BioDiversity, Johnstown Area Heritage Association and other organizations.

The free presentation by Vivienne Shaffer will be held at 7 p.m. April 21 at the Johnstown Heritage Discovery Center, 201 Sixth Street, Johnstown. The presentation is supported by the Pennsylvania Humanities Council.

PEC Launches Green Business Program

jessica — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 14:13:40 -0400

The Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) today announced the launch of the Greater Philadelphia Green Business Program, a new initiative aimed at committing area businesses to reducing the impacts of their office practices on the environment. The program was created by a committee of business leaders and is being promoted in partnership with the PenJerDel Council.

Urban Sustainability Forum: Growing Sustainable Philly Neighborhoods - What to do in your community

jessica — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 09:03:25 -0400

Location: Academy of Natural Sciences (19th St. and Benjamin Franklin Parkway)

Time: 6-6:30pm (Community fair and reception); 6:30-8pm (Presentation and panel discussion)

Pennypack Trust officials pitch creek project

jessica — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 09:52:09 -0500

ByNickMalinowski Staff Writer

Members of a local environmental protection group asked Hatboro Borough Council to endorse a project that would preserve a continuous greenway along Pennypack Creek from its headwaters in Bucks and Montgomery counties through to the Delaware River at Monday's council meeting.

Green Ordinances: How do they really work for communities?

jessica — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 17:05:26 -0500

Tuesday, February 24, 2009
12 pm - 5 pm

Curtis Hall, Wyncote, PA
Church Road and Greenwood Avenue
Wyncote, PA 19095
Lunch included

Guest Speakers:
Joan Kelsch, Chief of Green Building Program, Arlington, Virginia
Dorian Dale, Energy Manager, Babylon, Long Island, NY

Participation is limited to 50 - PLEASE RSVP BY FEB 20 TO:
Lorna Rosenberg at Rosenberg.Lorna@epa.gov or 215-814-5389

Urban Sustainability Forum: Schuylkill River Trail

jessica — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 16:57:55 -0500

Completing the Schuylkill River Trail to Create the Region's First Green Transportation Corridor

a Town Square Series forum

Location: Academy of Natural Sciences
Date: Thursday, February 26th
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
RSVP: rwall@ansp.org

Urban Sustainability Forum: Philadelphia's Budget Crisis

jessica — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 16:53:51 -0500

Urban Sustainability Forum
Academy of Natural Sciences, 19th St. and Ben Franklin Parkway
6:00 - 6:30 reception
6:30 - 8:30 Program

Is sustainability only for good times? Is going green in Philadelphia too costly to consider during a financial crisis? What are the implications for an urban sustainability agenda in the current economy? What trade-offs confront the city?

East Coast Greenway Summit

jessica — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 16:56:27 -0500

Thank you to those who attended the East Coast Greenway Summit.

The event attracted about 80 regional stakeholders from counties along the greenway route, and those interested in creating more trail segments.

Click here to view photos from this event.

Lardner's Point Park to receive restoration funding

jessica — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 15:37:46 -0500

Lardner's Point Park has been announced as a recipient of over $500,000 in construction funding as part of the Athos Oil Spill mitigation project. Over the past four years the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA) has worked to publish a Damage Assessment and Restoration Plan that includes Lardner's as one of nine projects to be funded to mitigate the damage when an oil tanker, the Athos 1, struck a large submerged anchor in November of 2004 and spilled more than 263,000 gallons of oil in the Delaware River near Paulsboro, New Jersey.

Delaware River Sojourn

jessica — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 15:16:31 -0500

No one left inside!

The Pennsylvania Environmental Council serves on the Delaware River Sojourn Committee, and is planning the final day of the sojourn on Saturday, June 27th. For complete details on the entire week, visit www.delawareriversojourn.org

Day Plan for June 27th

Meet at Penn's Landing for sign-in at 8:00 am (pre-registration at www.delawareriversojourn.org is strongly suggested)

Fishtown Shad Fest

jessica — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 15:06:59 -0500

The fishtown Shad Fest is an event for the entire region that celebrates the return of shad fish to the Delaware River.

The Pennsylvania Environmental Council, Pennsylvania Horticultural Society and the Fishtown Area Business Association are planning the festival in partnership with many organizations.

As an organization committed to increasing recreation along and IN the river, the Pennsylvania Environmental Council will offer the following activities at the Shad Fest.

Go Green Expo Philly

jessica — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 15:00:56 -0500

Among the exhibits at the Go Green Expo, be sure to check out the winners of the 2009 Philadelphia Sustainability Awards!

Visit www.gogreenexpo.com for more information. PEC is offering free admission for our members to this event. Simply enter the code PECPA when you register online.

Southeastern PA Environmental Advisory Council Conference

jessica — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 13:34:22 -0500

Join us for the 12th Annual Southeastern PA EAC Conference!

Location: Pennsylvania Convention Center 1101 Arch Street Philadelphia (one block from SEPTA Market East Station)

Philadelphia Sustainability Awards

jessica — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 13:27:32 -0500

SAVE THE DATE!

PEC Presents the 2009 Philadelphia Sustainability Awards, hosted by the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society at the Philadelphia Flower Show.

Monday, March 2nd at the Pennsylvania Convention Center

Visit www.philadelphiasustainabilityawards.org for details and to RSVP. Details coming soon!

Organizers prepare for shad fest

jessica — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 13:23:12 -0500

Organizers prepare for shad fest

By Hayden Mitman, Star Staff Writer

A festival based around the culture of shad is being planned for this spring, celebrating the creature that gave Fishtown its name.

It might be too early to decide on a name for an event that is still months away, but area businesses and residents are laying-the ground work for a spring festival that aims to revive Fish town's age-old shad fishing legacy.

Planners present ideas on future look of Donegal

jessica — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 12:58:31 -0500

Planners present ideas on future look of Donegal

A three-day Community Design Workshop, sponsored by the Pennsylvania Environmental Council, concluded Dec. 17 in Donegal with a public presentation by community planners, who presented drawings depicting some possible views of Donegal's future.

River recreation just got easier with new trail map

jessica — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 12:48:50 -0500

River recreation just got easier with new trail map.
Peter Van Allen, Philadelphia Business Journal

An environmental nonprofit may have a solution for recession-weary travelers hoping to stay close to home this summer.

The Pennsylvania Environmental Council created a map of the tidal Delaware water trail, which covers 56 miles from Trenton to Marcus Hook.

Tidal Delaware Water Trail

jessica — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 12:38:17 -0500

The Delaware and Schuylkill Rivers are a major focus of projects underway. The Pennsylvania Environmental Council is in the midst of several pieces of the development and preservation.

WHYY Morning Edition's Brenda Jorett talked with PEC Senior Vice President Patrick Starr.

Click here to listen to the interview.

2009 Philadelphia Sustainability Awards Nominations due FRIDAY, January 9th

jessica — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 15:24:11 -0500

The Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) and seven other regional organizations announce a call for nominations for the 2009 Philadelphia Sustainability Awards.

Shifting the tide toward Delaware River recreation

brad — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 10:34:54 -0500

By JASON NARK
Philadelphia Daily News

In a game of chicken, an oil tanker always beats a kayak.

On the Delaware River, one of the region's most vital economic assets, local environmental groups are trying to turn both types of vessels in the same direction.

Doing so requires an image makeover, they say, and an admission that industry has hoarded both the river and its shoreline for more than a century, damaging its public perception.

Building Green: The state of the region (and the world)

jessica — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 13:13:28 -0500

Spencer Finch and Sandy Wiggins launched the "Building Green" report early in 2008.

Back then, Philly was excited by Mayor Nutter's new sustainability agenda, while Pennsylvania was falling behind from 2nd in the nation to 6th in the number of green
buildings - mostly because we weren't building enough green buildings in this region.

Clean Water Places for 2nd in ‘Elect to Conserve’ Campaign

brad — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 11:43:26 -0500

The Pennsylvania Environmental Council thanks everyone who voted to help make "water conservation" the runner-up in the recently concluded "Elect to Conserve" campaign - a fun way to develop awareness and support for the state's broad conservation initiatives.

PEC was honored to be selected by DNCR as the organization to "campaign" for water with the "iCon" of Montrell in the election that had five different causes paired with five non-profit organizations competing for a $5,000 prize.

PEC Co-Presents Urban Sustainability Forum: Waste Not, Want Not - The Economic Argument for Recycling

jessica — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 16:46:56 -0400

Urban Sustainability Forum
Waste Not, Want Not: The Economic Argument for Recycling
November 20, 2008
6:00-6:30-Reception

PEC receives more than $100,000 in Take Me to the River grant funding

jessica — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 14:38:08 -0400

The Pennsylvania Environmental Council was among the 13 organizations in the Philadelphia region to receive funding from the Take Me to the River grant program.

The program, administered by the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission and funded by the William Penn Foundation, awarded $1 million to capital projects, planning projects and programming events. The selected projects help improve the riverfront and create a sense of place.

Pennypack on the Delaware Trail Extension Grand Opening Ceremony

jessica — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 16:57:42 -0400

Grand Opening Ceremony

Please join

Fairmount Park Commission and and Delaware River City Corp. as they celebrate the new Pennypack on the Delaware Trail Extension.

Saturday, November 22, 2008

At 10 a.m.

Pennypack on the Delaware Park

Rhawn Street and the Delaware River

(behind the Prison Complex and the Riverview Home for the Aged)

Invited Guest Speakers: Mayor Michael Nutter

& PA DCNR Secretary Michael DiBerardinis

Open to the Public - Come one, come all!

PEC Co-Presents the Urban Sustainability Forum - Lights, Carbon, Action: Energy Action Agenda for Buildings in PA

jessica — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 16:51:48 -0400

Urban Sustainability Forum

6:00 p.m. - 6:30: Reception
6:30 p.m. - 8:00: Presentation

Academy of Natural Sciences, 19th St. and Ben Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia

Lights, Carbon, Action:
Energy Action Agenda for Buildings in Pennsylvania

Speakers:

Introduction:

Liz Robinson, Executive Director, Energy Coordinating Agency
Assessment of Pennsylvania's Energy Efficiency and Solar Energy Resources:

Fun on the Delaware River

jessica — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 16:28:24 -0400

Click here to hear the podcast!

Reinvigorating Interest in Recreation Along the Delaware River

by KYW's Lauren Lipton

When you think of area fun, it's not usually, "Let's go down to the Delaware River!"

Well, the Pennsylvania Environmental Council, which works to get people out and using the state's natural resources, is trying to change that.

Urban Watersheds Revitalization Conference

jessica — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 09:59:32 -0400

October 31, 2008
8:30 am - 3:30om
Community College of Philadelphia
The Great Hall
17th Street (between Spring Garden & Callowhill)

Greening Our Streets

Fall Networking Wine Tasting

jessica — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 10:33:22 -0400

Thursday, November 6th

5:00 - 7:00pm
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Thinking Like a Watershed

jessica — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 12:00:30 -0400
A creative one day in-service workshop for 4^th through 8^th grade teachers and science curricula coordinators in the school districts of the Chester, Ridley, Crum, and Darby watersheds.
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Help PEC Win the iConserve Campaign for Clean Water

brad — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 13:53:42 -0400

Water - we just can't live without it. Actually, to be clear, "clean" water.... We all need clean water to survive, and not just the water that sustains us as humans: all of the water needed by plants and animals on which we rely for food and so many other things.

Arguably there can be no greater cause for our Commonwealth today than to conserve clean water.
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Global warming’s impacts and risks at home identified

brad — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 08:29:54 -0400

A report being released tomorrow by the Union of Concerned Scientists will identify the impacts and risks of global warming in Pennsylvania, underscoring the need for the state to adopt a strong Climate Change Action Plan, the Pennsylvania Environmental Council said today.

The Action Plan is required under legislation passed recently by the State Legislature, and the committee overseeing the plan development met for the first time in September.
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Tidal Delaware Race - Surfski, Sea Kayak and Outrigger Canoe

jessica — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 15:30:16 -0400

16 Racers compete in first-ever Tidal Delaware Kayak Race

Sixteen paddlers representing five states competed in the first-ever Tidal Delaware Kayak Race.

Starting from Ridley Township Marina in Ridley Park, PA, racers set off under Rt. 95 and onto the main stem of the Delaware River. They paddled around Little Tinicum Island and then headed up Darby Creek towards the Heinz Wildlife Refuge before heading back to the marina.
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Tugboat Jupiter Tour

jessica — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 13:32:53 -0400

Click here to see the photo gallery from this and other Tidal Delaware Water Trail events.

10am - 2pm

Departure from Penn's Landing Marina (near Spruce and Columbus Blvd.)
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Kayak Penn's Landing

jessica — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 13:19:45 -0400

4:30pm

Penn's Landing Marina (near Spruce and Columbus Blvd.)

PEC and Hidden River Outfitters invites you to paddle with us on the Delaware River. In celebration of PEC's Tidal Delaware Water Trail map and guide, we're hosting several events in the coming weeks to celebrate our tidal rivers.

This is your chance to get ON the water with an experienced guide. All equipment and instruction will be provided - no experience necessary.
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Mayor Nutter appoints leaders to serve on new Sustainability Advisory Board

jessica — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 11:09:35 -0400
Mayor Michael A. Nutter has appointed leaders from government, non-profits and the private sector to serve on a newly-created Sustainability Advisory Board (SAB). This Board will serve as a leadership group that will assist the Mayor's Office of Sustainability as it defines strategies and goals for developing a coordinated sustainability policy for the City of Philadelphia.

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PEC short film selected for Eco Film Forum in Philadelphia

jessica — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 09:48:58 -0400

“Philadelphia Riverfronts and Trails,” a five-minute television program produced by the Pennsylvania Environmental Council, 3PPG and MiND tv, will be featured at the Eco Film Forum at the GreenFest celebration on September 7 at 3:30.

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PEC participates in GreenFest Philly

jessica — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 09:34:15 -0400

Greenfest Philly
Sunday, September 7
11am - 6pm
2nd and South Streets

Eco Film Forum including "Philadephia Riverfronts and Trails"
3:30pm - 6pm
PhillyCarShare Tent: 2nd & Pine Streets
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Urban Sustainability Forum Presents: Taking Back Our Streets—Cars, People, and Pavement

jessica — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 13:22:07 -0400

Academy of Natural Sciences (19th and Ben Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia)

6:00-6:30-Reception

6:30-8:30- Forum

The September forum will take place the evening before National PARK(ing) Day and will explore how we can make better use of the large amounts of urban land dedicated to parking and moving automobiles. September 19, 2008 marks the first time that PARK(ing) Day will occur in Philadelphia

Featuring speakers:
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PEC Celebrates Park(ing) Day

jessica — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 13:16:17 -0400

Stop by Market Street between 2nd and 3rd to see how PEC will put the "park" in parking space!

PEC and other Old City businesses will participate in Park(ing) Day. This nationwide event started in San Francisco and has now spread across the country. For one day, metered parking spaces throughout the city will become temporary parks, highlighting the importance of
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Ambler gets $4M for site's reclamation and cleanup

brad — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 20:15:07 -0400

From The Landsdale Reporter

Reclamation of a brownfield site in Ambler has been awarded $4 million from the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP).

Gov. Ed Rendell, state Sen. Stewart Greenleaf state Rep. Rick Taylor made the announcement on Friday.
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Tidal Delaware Water Trail Launch at Southeastern Pennsylvania Coast Day

jessica — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 12:35:59 -0400

The Tidal Delaware Water Trail is a 56-mile trail map and guide from Trenton/Morrisville to Marcus Hook that identifies boat launches, safety considerations and things to do and see along the river (fishing, wetlands, attractions).
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Working together to solve a problem

jessica — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 12:58:42 -0400

Working together to solve a problem
Horsham, Hathoro and Jenkintown recently signed on to a plan that will look at ways to attack storm water and flooding problems.

By Rich Pietras, staff writer

Trying to hold back a flood by yourself can be futile. But through the efforts of many, powerful buffers can be built.
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Public comment period closing on draft walking and biking trail plan

jessica — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 14:26:25 -0400
Philadelphia PA - The Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) is planning to bring more trails and greenways to Southeastern Pennsylvania. While some trails weave through lush parks or along bustling riverfronts, PEC also works to create urban paths that connect communities and businesses, and provide a safe, off-road way to travel by walking or biking.

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Toyota Hybrid won by Alexandria, PA, Resident

john — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 08:46:02 -0400

John Dawes of Alexandria, PA, won a Toyota Prius hybrid vehicle donated to the Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) by Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc.

The raffle was highly successful, according to PEC Acting President and CEO Paul King, who noted that nearly all of the 999 tickets available were sold and raised about $40,000 for the council, a non-profit organization that focuses on water quality, sustainable communities and energy and climate issues.
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Registration Deadline Extended for Youghiogheny Sojourn

brad — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 10:56:34 -0400

The deadline for registration for the Youghiogheny River of the Year Sojourn has been extended until July 3. All registration material is available on line at http://www.pecpa.org.youghsojourn/.

A news release with more details, issued June 20 by the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation & Natural Resources, follows.
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Environmental council to honor Pa. conservationists

jessica — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 17:15:31 -0400

The Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) will honor French and Pickering Creek Conservation Trust founders The Honorable Samuel W.(post-humous) and Eleanor M. Morris with the Curtin Winsor award at its 38^th Annual Philadelphia Dinner on June 10.
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Philly becomes a stop on the East Coast Greenway

jessica — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 17:02:25 -0400

The greening of Philadelphia will get a shade richer when a major greenway trail is run through it. The East Coast Greenway, often referred to as an "Urban Appalachian Trail," will link all major cities along the east coast, from Maine to Florida.

Philadelphia will be a part of this massive system of paved, off-road trails for pedestrians and cyclists down the East Coast, along with cities like Boston, New York, Charleston and Miami.
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Developing situations: Going green and saving some too

jessica — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 16:45:25 -0400

NORTHERN LIBERTIES. While experts say the city's condo market won't
pick up for another few years, some developers are forging ahead with plans
to build the city's first green condominiums.

Domani Developers, based in Northern Liberties, is teaming with Onion
Flats, a design firm, on 25 units near Fourth Street. The project will receive
the second-highest certification for environmentally friendly buildings and is
slated for groundbreaking in August.
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Mayor Nutter speaks at PEC dinner, Samuel & Eleanor Morris honored

jessica — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 16:36:12 -0400
Philadelphia Mayor Michael A. Nutter served as keynote speaker at the Pennsylvania Environmental Council's (PEC) 38th Annual Philadelphia Dinner on June 10th.
"The Mayor's recent announcement of a Director of Sustainability, his insightful reorganization of City operating departments, his increased funding for parks, and actions to increase green building is evidence that Philadelphia now has the leadership to make it the most sustainable city in America," said Patrick Starr, Senior Vice President of PEC.
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Sustainable Philadelphia TV Series Screening

jessica — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 12:46:12 -0400

Sustainable Philadelphia Video Documentary Series
Wednesday, June 25th - 7 pm
Rembrandt's Restaurant - 741 N. 23rd St - Art Museum Area

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH: MiND TV - Channel 35
SPONSORED IN PART BY:The Reinvestment Fund, 3 PPG Productions, Rembrandt's Restaurant
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Philadelphia hires Director of Sustainability

jessica — Tue, 27 May 2008 12:59:43 -0400

Nutter taps environmental sustainability director

Tribune News Report (ONLINE)

Mayor Michael Nutter has appointed Mark Alan Hughes as Director of Sustainability for the City of Philadelphia.

Mark joins the Nutter Administration from the University of Pennsylvania's Fox Leadership Program where he has been a Distinguished Senior Fellow since 1999. He would also serve as a senior advisor to the mayor.
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Help Build More Sustainable Communities: Invest in Philadelphia's First Suburbs

jessica — Wed, 21 May 2008 10:00:35 -0400

Help to Build More Sustainable Communities: Invest in Philadelphia's First Suburbs

May 31, 2008 at 9:30 a.m.
Bishop McDevitt High School
125 Royal Avenue, Wyncote PA 19095
Admission $15.00

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GreenStock

jessica — Mon, 19 May 2008 10:58:24 -0400

GreenStock

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Sustainable Philadelphia television series to air on May 21st

jessica — Wed, 14 May 2008 09:45:05 -0400
The Pennsylvania Environmental Council and MiND television (formerly WYBE channel 35) partnered to produce an educational television series on sustainability in Philadelphia - showcasing local efforts in green building, alternative energy, education, and recreation.
The series of five 5-minute programs will begin airing on May 21st.
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PEC Co-hosts LEED By Example: Green Leasing for Tenants

jessica — Thu, 08 May 2008 14:28:37 -0400

Date & Time: June 5th 2008 from 1-3pm
Location: SCA Americas, Cira Centre
2929 Arch St., Suite 2600
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Green leasing can improve your bottom line, employee and environmental performance. The most effective and economical strategy to "go green" is through corporate real estate.
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Rediscover Indian Creek

jessica — Mon, 05 May 2008 15:00:20 -0400

Join us as we stroll through the beautiful parks of the East Branch of Indian Creek to see the landscape up-close and to uncover the stormwater management and stream restoration projects that will transf orm the health of your backyard-the Cobbs Creek Watershed.

DATE: Saturday, May 17, 2008 (Rain or Shine!)

TIME: 9 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. or feel free to meet us at a stop, if you can't make it for the entire event

LOCATION: Meet at Friends' Central School
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Energy from the ground up

jessica — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 10:47:39 -0400
Energy from the ground up Big dig in Center City to tap earth's power.
By Sandy Bauers, Inquirer Staff Writer
Along 15th Street near Cherry, the din of the drilling has stopped for a while. Beyond the trucks and equipment is a wellhead. Fifteen feet along, another. Six in all.
The Friends Center is drilling 1,500 feet below the sidewalk - half again as deep as the Comcast tower is high - in search of energy savings.

The center will use the ambient temperature of the ground, about 50 degrees, to heat and cool the Quaker-run office complex.
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Sustainable Transportation Fair and Forum

jessica — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 13:45:51 -0400

Sustainable Transportation Fair

Open from 9 am to 5 pm - At Amtrak's 30th St Station, West End Canopy Area (just outside the station on 30th Street)

Come see:

What Septa's bus of the future looks like!

How you can prevent global warming by riding a train!

Philly Car Share's Green Men - in action!

Check out the newest hybrids from Toyota, Ford, Honda, and others!
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Institute for Environmental Studies: Sustainability in the City

jessica — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 13:37:39 -0400
Nicknamed by some the "world's most sustainable mayor," Jaime Lerner came to Philly in February of 2006 and was a major hit - a sell out audience packed the Academy of Natural Sciences, the mayor gave him the keys to the city, Lerner charmed Brenda Jorett on WHYY radio, and many in the non-profit, government, and private world were inspired into action.

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PEC Co-presents Urban Sustainability Forum: Faith and the Environment

jessica — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 15:08:38 -0400

Academy of Natural Sciences

1900 Ben Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia

6:00pm Reception

6:30pm Program begins

Keynote Speakers on Faith and the Environment
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38th Annual Philadelphia Dinner

jessica — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 15:24:12 -0400

The Pennsylvania Environmental Council is known for its premier dinner events across the state. In its 38th year, the Philadelphia Annual Dinner will host representatives from Philadelphia's business, government, academic and non-profit communities.

Hyatt Penn's Landing
5:30 pm Reception
7:00 pm Dinner

Keynote Speaker: Mayor Michael Nutter
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Search for green leadership

jessica — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 14:15:53 -0400

NORTH PHILADELPHIA. Staci Moore has been involved in the push for more eco-friendly development in the city for nearly a decade. She's glad city officials have finally come around to her side.

The affordable housing advocate has touted the measures as a way to save residents money, and was happy that city officials accepted a new report released yesterday focusing on ways the city can increase the number of green buildings.
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Seven in Philadelphia region honored for environment

jessica — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 11:56:16 -0400

A regional tree-planting effort, a youth group that refurbishes bicycles, and a solar-home builder are among seven regional "sustainability innovators" recognized last night by the Pennsylvania Environmental Council.

This was the second year for the awards program, designed to "celebrate these leaders and encourage more to follow," said Patrick Starr, vice president of the organization's southeast region.
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PEC unveils Building Green: Overcoming Barriers in Philadelphia report

jessica — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 12:31:18 -0400

The Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) today released a new report, Building Green: Overcoming Barriers in Philadelphia, that identifies obstacles to green building in Philadelphia and recommends solutions to dissolving those barriers.

The report identified the lack of political will and strong leadership as the greatest barrier to Green Building in the city.
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Pennsylvania Environmental Council honors 7 Philadelphia Sustainability Award winners

jessica — Mon, 10 Mar 2008 10:05:38 -0400

Seven winners were honored at the Pennsylvania Environmental Council's (PEC) 2008 Philadelphia Sustainability Awards held Monday, March 3 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center.

More than a dozen "sustainability innovators" were finalists for the awards presented at a ceremony held during the annual Philadelphia Flower Show, produced by The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society.
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Building Green: Overcoming Barriers in Philadelphia

jessica — Thu, 28 Feb 2008 11:40:32 -0500

Please rsvp by clicking the link below.

PEC On the Forefront: Tidal Delaware Water Trail and raffle drawing!

jessica — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 15:25:41 -0500

Thursday, June 26th

Time: 5:30 pm
(Please plan to arrive by 5:15 so we can finish the program promptly at 6:15. PEC invites attendees to join us as we walk to the Seaport Museum for the Central Delaware Action Plan presentation at 6:30).

Location: PEC office - 123 Chestnut Street, Suite 401 (entrance on 2nd St. next to Plough and Stars restaurant)
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PEC Urges Help for Cleaning Up Chesapeake Bay

brad — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 10:03:02 -0500

Testimony presented today by the Pennsylvania Environmental Council before the Senate Republican Policy Committee urging help for cleaning up the Chesapeake Bay follows. Our news release on the testimony is also available.

Nutrient Trading Testimony

February 21, 2008

Pennsylvania Environmental Council

By
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PEC Urges Help for Cleaning Up Chesapeake Bay

brad — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 09:56:05 -0500

HARRISBURG, PA, February 21, 2008 - The Pennsylvania Environmental Council today urged support for a credit trading program that enables wastewater plants and farmers to get the help they need for reducing nutrients to cleanup the Chesapeake Bay watershed.
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PEC to announce winners of 2008 Philadelphia Sustainability Awards

jessica — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 14:23:27 -0500

Forty-seven groups were nominated for the Pennsylvania Environmental Council's (PEC) second annual Philadelphia Sustainability Awards to be held Monday, March 3 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center.

More than a dozen "sustainability innovators" are finalists for the seven awards that will be presented at a ceremony to be held during the running of the annual Philadelphia Flower Show, produced by The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society.
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Hearings set on high costs of bay cleanup

brad — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 09:57:24 -0500
From The Lancaster Intelligencer-Journal/New Era
By DAVE PIDGEON, Staff

Lawmakers in Harrisburg will try to figure out this week how to keep municipalities from being bankrupted by the cost of cleaning up the Chesapeake Bay.
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Trails proposed to criss-cross region

brad — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 09:43:14 -0500

From The Pottsville Republican-Herald

BY LISA COONEY
CORRESPONDENT,

GIRARDVILLE - County residents may one day be able to hike in the woods from the Pioneer Tunnel in Ashland to Centralia, or take a nonstop bike trip from Girardville to Shamokin.
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'Green' groups to hold conclave

jessica — Fri, 15 Feb 2008 13:35:58 -0500

Tom Kerr, the former president of the Wildlands Conservancy, sees something ''pretty amazing'' when he walks the towpath trail along the Lehigh River, once a transportation route for coal-laden canal boats.

In the secluded stands of mature woods and in the open areas still dotted with relics of steelmaking and other bygone industries, he sees bicyclists, hikers and walkers out on the trail enjoying the natural world.

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Bridesburg Riverfront is a hot topic

jessica — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 13:49:17 -0500

PEC was awarded $74,900 by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation to develop designs to restore about 15 acres of shoreline along the Delaware Riverfront at Westrum Development's "Philly Coke" site.

View the whole article by clicking here.

Golf Course Best Management Practices

brad — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 12:05:44 -0500

MontCo's Next Color: Green

jessica — Mon, 14 Jan 2008 16:02:21 -0500
As part of the world's carbon footprint, Montgomery County doesn't even constitute as much as a toe.
But the county wants to make an even smaller impression. So today, its commissioners are expected to take a rare step and adopt a plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in a variety of ways.

No other county in Pennsylvania or South Jersey has done so.
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Southeast PA EAC Network Conference

jessica — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 12:01:39 -0500

8:30 A.M. - 3:30 P.M.
Villanova University
Tolentine Hall
800 Lancaster Avenue
Villanova, PA 19085

The annual SEPA EAC conference is an opportunity for EAC members and other municipal officials to: learn about timely environmental topics, network with other
EACs, and meet local and state government officials. It also is an opportunity for those interested to learn more about the role and activities of EACs.

Agenda:
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Lehigh Valley EAC Conference

jessica — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 11:51:24 -0500

Northampton Community College
Fowler Family Southside Center
511 East Third Street
Bethlehem, PA

RSVP REQUIRED. View pdf below for registration form or contact Khiet Luong at 215-592-7020 x107.

PEC established the EAC Network in 1990. The Network's goals are to promote the establishment of EACs in communities across the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, provide technical assistance to ensure their effective operation, and promote EACs as a mechanism for local government involvement in conservation.
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Sustainable Philadelphia Forum, co-sponsored by PEC: Bike Sharing

jessica — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 09:27:51 -0500

6 to 8:30 p.m.
At the Academy of Natural Sciences
19th Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway
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Sustainable Philadelphia Forum, co-sponsored by PEC: Building the Green Economy with Van Jones - SOLD OUT

jessica — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 10:58:46 -0500

The event is completely sold out and no seats are available at the Academy of Natural Science.

The program will be webcast to public locations throughout the city, listed below. At this time, all webcast locations have ample seating.
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Climate Change Roadmap for Pennsylvania

brad — Sat, 22 Dec 2007 12:34:53 -0500

River Conservation Planning Initiatives

brad — Sat, 22 Dec 2007 10:43:22 -0500

Greenspace Alliance, Inc.

brad — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 19:19:06 -0500

Restoring the Delaware Riverfront: a “shore” thing

brad — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 15:45:03 -0500

Philadelphia - The Pennsylvania Environmental Council was awarded $74,900 from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation's Delaware Estuary Watershed Grants Program in support of ecological restoration along the Delaware Riverfront in Northeast Philadelphia.
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Goal of new initiative: clean dump sites

brad — Thu, 13 Dec 2007 17:22:44 -0500

By MICHAEL YODER, Staff
Intelligencer Journal
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Focus the Nation-Ursinus College

brad — Thu, 13 Dec 2007 16:20:22 -0500

Brian Hill, President & CEO of the Pennsylvania Environmental Council, will make a presentation at 5:00 p.m. Jan. 30 at Ursinus College, Collegeville, PA, on the Climate Change Roadmap for Pennyslvania, which was authored by PEC.

The Roadmap contains 38 specific recommendations for what Pennsylvania should do to do its part to address global warming.
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Tidal Delaware Initiative

jessica — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 15:39:26 -0500

Sustainable Philadelphia Initiative

jessica — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 14:30:13 -0500

Smart Growth and Transit Oriented Development

jessica — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 13:08:15 -0500

Environmental Advisory Council Network

jessica — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 12:57:41 -0500

Wissahickon Roundtable Project

jessica — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 11:44:33 -0500

Water Resources Research Reports

jessica — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 11:42:18 -0500

East Coast Greenway

jessica — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 15:34:02 -0500

Protecting SEPA's Water Resources

jessica — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 13:27:06 -0500

Tidal Delaware Water Trail

jessica — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 13:10:27 -0500

PEC, partners seek nominations for 2008 Philadelphia Sustainability Awards

brad — Mon, 19 Nov 2007 15:31:06 -0500

The 2008 Philadelphia Sustainability Awards celebrate our region’s progress towards becoming the most sustainable in the nation.

Businesses, community organizations, individuals, schools and government agencies that have demonstrated innovation and leadership in sustainability are invited to submit nominations.

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Southeast Regional Office

admin — Mon, 12 Nov 2007 13:08:04 -0500