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Plastic-free Philly, Philly’s Solution to Plastic Pollution

Academy of Natural Sciences

Plastic litter makes up more than half of the trash removed from the Schuylkill and Delaware rivers in Philadelphia in a single year. Now the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, the Philadelphia Water Department and BOMA Philadelphia are teaming up to put a lid on single-use plastic water bottles.

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Environment & Energy Educational Opportunities For Students & Adults

PA Environment Daily

Manager Of Events/Programs; Regional Trail Care Coordinator [PaEN] Upcoming Events -- WITF: PA Farm Show Is Just About Upon Us, Here’s What To Know - Jan. 6 to 13 -- Dept. Manager Of Events/Programs; Regional Trail Care Coordinator [PaEN] Upcoming Events -- WITF: PA Farm Show Is Just About Upon Us, Here’s What To Know - Jan. 6 to 13 -- Dept.

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Five Ways You Can Celebrate Earth Day – All Year Long

Academy of Natural Sciences

Pledge to be plastic-free Plastic-free Philly, Philly’s solution to plastic pollution, is a volunteer effort aimed at reducing single-use plastic water bottles and replacing them with environmentally healthier options, such as drinking tap water and using refillable bottles.

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Protect Our Water

Academy of Natural Sciences

Plastic waste is a main contributor to pollution that harms aquatic plant and animal species. You can have your tap water tested by contacting your local water supplier or department; it is usually free for the customer. The Delaware River provides this needed water to over 15 million people.

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126 New Stories - REAL Environmental & Conservation Leadership In PA

PA Environment Daily

18 Webinar On Democracy, Voting & Climate Solutions [PaEN] -- Manada Conservancy Hosts Nov. Million Community Pollution Prevention Grant To Advance Environmental Justice In PA, NY [PaEN] -- Better Path Coalition: Oct. 18 Webinar On Democracy, Voting & Climate Solutions [PaEN] -- Manada Conservancy Hosts Nov.

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115 New Stories - REAL Environmental & Conservation Leadership In PA

PA Environment Daily

Here are 115 new stories in the PA Environment Digest about individuals, groups, local governments, farmers, businesses, watershed groups and many more working all across Pennsylvania to restore and protect the environment and show others the beauty that surrounds us. Thank you for your leadership! -- DEP Secretary Negrin Resigns Effective Dec.

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92 New Stories - REAL Environmental & Conservation Leadership In PA

PA Environment Daily

Here are 92 new stories in the PA Environment Digest about individuals, groups, local governments, farmers, businesses, watershed groups and many more working all across Pennsylvania to restore and protect the environment and show others the beauty that surrounds us.