Rowing, fishing, birding, and providing basic drinking water — fifty years later, the Clean Water Act still impacts us all
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Category: Sustainability
In Search of the Hidden Cooper River
An historic expedition of the Cooper River, from its mouth at the Delaware River to its source at Gibbsboro, to uncover its hidden story
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Winterize Your Home (the Green Way)
Helpful and simple indoor tips on staying warm and environmentally conscious this winter.
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Community Science to the Rescue, One Flipped Horseshoe Crab at a Time
Horseshoe crabs and shorebirds benefit from the amazing work of BEES instructor and volunteers in the Delaware Bay
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Winterizing the Garden
As autumn arrives, preparing your garden for cold weather is easy, helping support your wallet and native wildlife.
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How to Save the World, Part 2
Ideas for coping with a changing planet
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Birds and Biodiversity at Lacawac Sanctuary
Reflections by two students on their impactful DESLA experiences in nature
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City Residents Help the Academy Map Urban Hotspots
Community scientists collect data on heat and air quality for NOAA study
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Engaging Mindfully with Nature
Finding small and simple ways to reflect on the environment has numerous benefits
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The Heat of the Moment
As the temperature rises, Academy scientist confirms that climate change is causing dire problems for people everywhere, including Philly.
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