Sophia Schmidt

The new off-grid solar array runs an aquaponics system in a greenhouse where students will learn to raise fish and grow vegetables.

The city argues the new rules make proceedings more efficient, but climate activists say they’re being shut out.

Philly libraries are used as cooling centers during extreme heat. But many have unreliable A/C.

It will be the first time the Zero Emissions Bus Conference has come to the East Coast. Organizers say there’s growing interest across the country.

At the first in a series of workshops, Philadelphians raised concerns about illegal dumping, poorly maintained trees and air pollution.

The cash-strapped district expects to be eligible to apply for Solar for Schools grants and is currently working to identify good sites for solar.

The U.S. Department of Energy grant will also help the city expand energy efficiency education and plan to grow the clean energy workforce.

A high-profile donation landed A/C units in several more schools. But 63 still lack sufficient air conditioning, district officials say.

President Biden’s 2022 climate law expanded the tax credits, which cover the costs of heat pumps, air conditioners, home insulation and solar panels.

Episodes of heavy rain and damaging wind are possible Friday. Sunny skies should return Saturday.

Some areas have already seen a month’s worth of rain this week.

MACH2 leaders say the business networking events don’t preclude community engagement. Activists say they’re an example of exclusivity.