Philadelphia’s Most Popular Plants
Pennsylvania boasts over 2,000 native species of trees, shrubs, flowers, and grasses. All are perfectly adapted to local climate conditions and help create a...
Plastic Recycling in Philadelphia
In the 21st century, Philadelphia is embracing many initiatives to recycle plastic and encourage residents to collect these materials. While plastic products are convenient...
Mineral Water Producers in Pennsylvania
Both Pennsylvania and Philadelphia have abundant water resources. While the region has never faced a shortage of drinking water, it has spent centuries working...
Philadelphia’s Path to Clean Energy
Philadelphia, a city that for centuries was an engine of American industry fueled by coal and oil, is now undergoing a new energy revolution,...
Life in Eco Style in Philadelphia
In 2021, according to WalletHub’s survey results, Philadelphia was ranked among the top 40 most eco-friendly cities in the U.S. This vibrant, active metropolis...
Paul McNally: Astronomer, Scientist, and Jesuit Priest from Philadelphia
Philadelphia native Paul McNally was a true Renaissance man, keenly interested in both science and religion. He held administrative positions and participated in scientific...
How Benjamin Franklin “Reinvented” America
Benjamin Franklin (1706–1790) is much more than just a face on the hundred-dollar bill. In Philadelphia, the city where he spent most of his...
A History of Gardening in Philadelphia
The Delaware River Valley and modern-day Philadelphia have a mild climate and fertile soil, making them ideal for growing plants. Indigenous tribes were practicing...