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Environmental radio show

Reflections on Paths for Progress for Earth Day, Planet Philadelphia, 4/16/21

4/9/2021

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Ben Franklin Bridge - Photo by Fredy Martinez on Unsplash

Planet Philadelphia
4-5:00 PM Friday 4/16/21
92.9 FM WGGT-LP in Philadelphia and live streaming at gtownradio.com.

Earth Day is April 22 this year.  Our reflections include those of a birder/naturalist who goes out into the field and a policy advocate. What are some of the big issues for our world on this year’s Earth Day? Listen to our wide ranging discussions with these guests on Planet Philadelphia environmental radio show 4-5:00 PM Friday 4/16/21:
  • Tykee James: is the Government Affairs Coordinator for the National Audubon Society and co-founder of May 2020 Black Birders Week.  He will reflect on the importance of the natural world and the experiences of people of color in this sphere.
  • Rachel Cleetus: is the Policy Director of the Climate and Energy Program of the Union of Concerned Scientists.  She will reflect on Biden administration’s recent climate proposals in the jobs and infrastructure initiative.

​Not in Philly? 
You can still listen to all the great G-town Radio
programing on the iPhone G-town Radio app, 
Tunein, Simple Radio, or other aps.
​
​Planet Philadelphia is a radio show about our shared environment. 
Listen 4:00-5:00 PM EST the first and third Friday a month on 
WGGT-LP 92.9 FM in Philadelphia and/or live stream at gtownradio.com. 
Also aired on Villanova University’s radio station, WXVU,
Thursday mornings at 9:00 a.m. at 89.1FM. ​


Podcasts are available shortly after live broadcast on 
planetphiladelphia.com show archives page for the full broadcast
or listen to individual interviews on ​
​
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www.planetphiladelphia.com | www.gtownradio.com 
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Announcements mentioned in 4/2/21 Show

4/5/2021

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Public Comment on Philadelphia’s Proposed Urban Agriculture Plan
Public comment accepted through May 15: https://sites.google.com/view/phillyagplan
There are 10 ‘stations” or opportunities for feedback on this interactive website.  Expect to take 15-30 minutes per ‘station.
If you don’t have internet access, call 215-6452145
 
Public Input on Philadelphia Gas Works (PGW)
The City wants input via a survey on future business opportunities for PGW that support the goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050.  Survey responses are due by 4/9/21
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BN7PC9X
 
Hazardous Waste Disposal
Saturday 4/10 9am-3pm, 8401 State Rd. at Ashburner St.  
https://www.philadelphiastreets.com/hazardous-waste/to get a list of acceptable household hazardous waste and/or to pre-register for this event or a later one
 
Solar Investment Tax Credit
This credit was extended which should help more people go solar.  Find out more:  https://www.seia.org/initiatives/solar-investment-tax-credit-itc
 
Household Electronics, Appliances and Metal Recycling
Paper shredding also available
Pottstown, PA Saturday $/10 9am-1pm
Pottsgrove Middle School, 1351 N. Hanover St.
$10 per vehicle
CRTs and Conventional TVs require an additional fee
Questions: ken@green-allies.orgor 267-3712288
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Listen to the podcast 4/2/21 Planet Philadelphia

4/3/2021

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In this show we examine some innovative strategies in how we use our land such as “enhanced rock weathering” and urban agriculture with guests Dr. David Beerling, Ash Richards and EmmaKate Martin.

Listen to the full show:

https://www.mixcloud.com/PlanetPhiladelphia/innovative-land-use-strategies-carbon-sequestration-and-urban-agriculture/

Individual interviews:
https://anchor.fm/kay-wood9/episodes/A-new-innovative-agriculture-carbon-sequestration-process-with-Dr--David-Beerling-eu5rkr

https://anchor.fm/kay-wood9/episodes/The-importance-of-urban-agriculture--Ash-Richards-and-EmmaKate-Martin--Philadelphia-Department-of-Parks-and-Recreation-eu5rrn

​Planet Philadelphia is a radio show about our shared environment. 
Listen 4:00-5:00 PM EST the first and third Friday a month on 
WGGT-LP 92.9 FM in Philadelphia and/or live stream at gtownradio.com. 
Also aired on Villanova University’s radio station, WXVU,
Thursday mornings at 9:00 a.m. at 89.1FM. ​


Podcasts are available shortly after live broadcast on 
planetphiladelphia.com show archives page for the full broadcast
or listen to individual interviews on ​
​
Spotify| Anchor| Google| PocketCasts| Breaker| RadioPublic.

www.planetphiladelphia.com | www.gtownradio.com 
facebook |  @planetphila | @gtownradio
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Planet Philadelphia 4-5:00 pm today, 4/2/21: Innovative land use strategies

4/1/2021

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Basalt application, Norfolk1_photo credit Dr Dimitar Epihov

New Planet Philadelphia 4-5:00 PM today
WGGT-LP 92.9 FM in Philadelphia
& at
 gtownradio.com

In this show we examine some innovative strategies in how we use our land such as “enhanced rock weathering” and urban agriculture with guests:
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Dr. David Beerling: works as a soil researcher at The University of Sheffield in the United Kingdom, is Director of the Leverhulme Centre for Climate Change Mitigation and Sorby Professor of Natural Sciences in the Department of Animal and Plant Sciences at the University of Sheffield, UK.  He also is Editor in Chief of the Royal Society journal Biology Letters.  He will talk about soil sequestration of carbon and specifically spreading rock dust on soil, a process known as “enhanced rock weathering”.

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Ash Richards
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EmmaKate Martin
Ash Richards and EmmaKate Martin: are in Philadelphia’s Department of Parks and Recreation.  Ash is Philadelphia’s first Director of Urban Agriculture and is responsible for running the City’s FarmPhilly program. EmmaKate supports the Community Gardens in the Park Friends Network, coordinates the Junior Farmers program, and provides technical assistance for the other urban agriculture projects in FarmPhilly. They will discuss the development and workings of urban agriculture programs in a city with a significant minority and low income population as well as the relationship between these programs and social justice in addition to the environmental benefits. While the urban agriculture interview is about Philadelphia’s programs, it may serve as a source of information for other cities thinking about urban agriculture.  

​Not in Philly? 
You can still listen to all the great G-town Radio
programing on the iPhone G-town Radio app, 
Tunein, Simple Radio, or other aps.
​
​Planet Philadelphia is a radio show about our shared environment. 
Listen 4:00-5:00 PM EST the first and third Friday a month on 
WGGT-LP 92.9 FM in Philadelphia and/or live stream at gtownradio.com. 
Also aired on Villanova University’s radio station, WXVU,
Thursday mornings at 9:00 a.m. at 89.1FM. ​


Podcasts are available shortly after live broadcast on 
planetphiladelphia.com show archives page for the full broadcast
or listen to individual interviews on ​
​
Spotify| Anchor| Google| PocketCasts| Breaker| RadioPublic.

www.planetphiladelphia.com | www.gtownradio.com 
facebook |  @planetphila | @gtownradio

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Agriculture, the Land and the Environment -  Planet Philadelphia 4-5:00 PM Friday 4/2/21

3/26/2021

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Basalt Application Illinois -photocredit Jordan Goebig - ISEE
Planet Philadelphia environmental radio show 4-5:00 PM Friday4/2/21:
 
How can the use of our land, particularly for agriculture, help with environmental protection and climate change?  We examine some innovative strategies in this area:  “enhanced rock weathering” and urban agriculture.  While the urban agriculture interview is about Philadelphia’s programs, it may serve as a source of information for other cities thinking about urban agriculture.  The interaction of ideas and strategies between rural and urban agriculture could also help inform policies in all communities.
 
  • Dr. David Beerling: works as a soil researcher at The University of Sheffield in the United Kingdom, is Director of the Leverhulme Centre for Climate Change Mitigation and Sorby Professor of Natural Sciences in the Department of Animal and Plant Sciences at the University of Sheffield, UK.  He also is Editor in Chief of the Royal Society journal Biology Letters.  He will talk about soil sequestration of carbon and specifically spreading rock dust on soil, a process known as “enhanced rock weathering”.
 
  • Ash Richards and EmmaKate Martin: are in Philadelphia’s Department of Parks and Recreation.  Ash is Philadelphia’s first Director of Urban Agriculture and is responsible for running the City’s FarmPhilly program. EmmaKate supports the Community Gardens in the Park Friends Network, coordinates the Junior Farmers program, and provides technical assistance for the other urban agriculture projects in FarmPhilly. They will discuss the development and workings of urban agriculture programs in a city with a significant minority and low income population as well as the relationship between these programs and social justice in addition to the environmental benefits.

​Not in Philly? 
You can still listen to all the great G-town Radio
programing on the iPhone G-town Radio app, 
Tunein, Simple Radio, or other aps.
​
​Planet Philadelphia is a radio show about our shared environment. 
Listen 4:00-5:00 PM EST the first and third Friday a month on 
WGGT-LP 92.9 FM in Philadelphia and/or live stream at gtownradio.com. 
Also aired on Villanova University’s radio station, WXVU,
Thursday mornings at 9:00 a.m. at 89.1FM. ​


Podcasts are available shortly after live broadcast on 
planetphiladelphia.com show archives page for the full broadcast
or listen to individual interviews on ​
​
Spotify| Anchor| Google| PocketCasts| Breaker| RadioPublic.

www.planetphiladelphia.com | www.gtownradio.com 
facebook |  @planetphila | @gtownradio

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Announcements for 3/19/21 show

3/22/2021

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Transportation and Climate Initiative (TCI-P)
Update on this regional program originally recorded 3/1/21: 
https://www.transportationandclimate.org/march-1-21-public-webinar,
slide deck  https://www.transportationandclimate.org/sites/default/files/TCI-P-Updates-Webinar-March-2021.pdf
To share your thought and input on TCI-P (most helpful if before 4/1/21)
https://www.transportationandclimate.org/main-menu/tci-regional-policy-design-stakeholder-input-form


PECO Energy Efficiency Grants
Grants for energy efficient solutions for business offered until 4/15 or the money runs out.
Create an account and apply online: 
https://pecoci.programprocessing.com/login/?eType=EmailBlastContent&eId=1279254e-444b-4da8-b554-2c8a8106958apecoci.programprocessing.com/login/?eType=EmailBlastContent&eId=1279254e-444b-4da8-b554-2c8a8106958a


Public Meetings of EPA National Environmental Justice Advisory Council (NEJAC)
You can attend the whole meetings and/or provide comments.  Entire meetings last from 1-7om EST, with public comment from 5-6pm. Register for 3/24 public meeting: 
https://usepa.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_SZVUgD0VTV-ZVGtAJmEjdA
Register for 5/6 public meeting: 
https://usepa.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_sK5kdQWdSgCgch7VdilSFw
usepa.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_sK5kdQWdSgCgch7VdilSFw
Register for 7/17 public meeting: 
https://usepa.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_uV8AtyDISEqeMcymEVo2Xg


The movie “Curious:  Think Outside the Pipeline!”
For virtual access to this children’s movie 3/20-4/4: 
https://www.rocklandstrand.com/event/ants-log-stream-curious-think-outside-pipelinewww.rocklandstrand.com/event/ants-log-stream-curious-think-outside-pipeline
Trailer:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l2dc-mU4yuE&t=1s
The film also is available for schools, libraries, etc. to bring to the communities


Philadelphia Parks & Recreation can help you get a free yard tree
through its TreePhilly program.

Yard trees:
If you are looking for a tree for your sidewalk, apply for a street tree.
A citywide pickup event will take place on May 15 at FDR Park, while deliveries and neighborhood events will take place throughout the spring.
The spring won’t be TreePhilly’s first foray into pandemic giveaways. In 2020, it distributed more than 1,200 trees to homeowners, while observing COVID-19 mitigation guidelines. This season’s iteration will similarly follow coronavirus protocols:    
Those interested can register for a free tree online.
https://www.phila.gov/services/trees-parks-the-environment/tree-related-services/get-a-street-tree/
Street trees for the sidewalk have a separate request form.


Recycling clothing & electronics: SmartCityPHL launches its first pilot with Retrievr | Office of Innovation and Technology
Clothing and electronics make up approximately 10 percent of Philadelphia’s waste stream, piling up in landfills. Through SmartCityPHL’s Pitch & Pilot program, Philadelphians will soon be able to dispose of these items responsibly from the convenience of their homes.
Through a partnership with Retrievr, residents can schedule doorstep pickup of unwanted clothing and electronics for recycling. Retrievr is the first winner of the first Pitch & Pilot challenge, which asked for ideas to reduce waste in Philadelphia.
How to use Retrievr’s service
Retrievr offers an on-demand doorstep collection for clothing and electronics. The company will pick up clothing and small electronics for free. While Retrievr charges a small fee for large electronics like TVs, microwaves, and air conditioners, residents are still able to recycle these items for free at sanitation convenience centers. 
Residents can start scheduling pickups on Thursday, May 28. Retrievr will then begin collections on Monday, June 8. 
Philadelphians can schedule a pickup by:
    •    Visiting retrievr.com 
    •    Texting PICKUP to 757-70-FETCH (757-703-3824)
    •    Calling 757-70-FETCH (757-703-3824)
During the pilot period, Retrievr will update its platform to include Philadelphia, assess the collection of additional materials, and work with City partners to evaluate the impact of its service on waste diversion.


Find Free, Nutritious Food During COVID-19:
The City uses phila.gov/food, an easy to use resource (available in multiple languages), to provide the most up-to-date listing of food and meal sites for Philadelphians. Residents should check back often to confirm sites and schedules, as this information continues to change. For more information, contact OCFCommunications@phila.gov. 

Announcing the 2021 Philly Spring Cleanup April 10, 2021, 9AM – 2PM , Application Deadline: March 29, 2021
The return of the Philly Spring Cleanup (PSC). The 2021 PSC will be held on Saturday, April 10, 2021. Due to new COVID-19 safety protocols, each project site must be limited to 20 volunteers max. Project coordinators must also complete a brief COVID-19 training prior to registering a project.
2021 Partner Application
Dedication like yours, along with the can-do attitude of thousands of volunteers all over the City, is exactly what we need to meet our goals.
If you have a project in mind for this year's Philly Spring Cleanup, there are two ways to submit your idea for approval:
1. Online: Click here to complete the application online. https://psc.philadelphiastreets.com/
2. Mail: Download the application here. (pdf)
https://psc.philadelphiastreets.com/
Mail completed application to:
Keith Warren Deputy Commissioner - Sanitation Division City of Philadelphia - Streets Department
730 Municipal Services Building
1401 John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Philadelphia, PA 19102


For more about Gov. Wolf’s recent announcement of a bill to help EVs in PA
https://www.media.pa.gov/pages/DEP_details.aspx?newsid=1419

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Podcast of 3/19/2021 show: EVs and the grid, and PA's transition to clean energy

3/20/2021

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In this show we examine the interaction between the electric grid and electric vehicles (EVs). Also, we will get an update on the transition to clean energy in PA. Guests:
  • Matteo Muratori, Ph.D.: Advisor to the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Transportation at the federal level and Senior Engineer and Team Leader at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). He discusses EV/grid integration and its relationship to the environment.
  • Liz Robinson: Planet Philadelphia’s Energy Correspondent. She brings us up to date on the latest energy news in Harrisburg, and what this could mean. Since Pennsylvania is the third largest fossil fuel energy producer in the country, these developments affect everyone.
Listen to full broadcast:
https://www.mixcloud.com/PlanetPhiladelphia/evs-and-the-grid-and-pa-transition-to-clean-energy/

Individual interviews:
https://anchor.fm/kay-wood9/episodes/How-will-EVs-affect-our-grid--Dr--Matteo-Muratori--NREL-interview-et33af
https://anchor.fm/kay-wood9/episodes/PAs-transition-to-clean-energy--Liz-Robinson-et351j

​Planet Philadelphia is a radio show about our shared environment. 
Listen 4:00-5:00 PM EST the first and third Friday a month on 
WGGT-LP 92.9 FM in Philadelphia and/or live stream at gtownradio.com. 
Also aired on Villanova University’s radio station, WXVU,
Thursday mornings at 9:00 a.m. at 89.1FM. ​


Podcasts are available shortly after live broadcast on 
planetphiladelphia.com show archives page for the full broadcast
or listen to individual interviews on ​
​
Spotify| Anchor| Google| PocketCasts| Breaker| RadioPublic.

www.planetphiladelphia.com | www.gtownradio.com 
facebook |  @planetphila | @gtownradio

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EVs and the grid & PA's transition to clean energy, 4:00 today!

3/19/2021

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New Planet Philadelphia 
4-5:00 PM today

Tune your radio dial to 92.9 FM 
WGGT-LP in Philadelphia 

or stream it live on 
gtownradio.com anywhere!


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Dr. Matteo Muratori with EV, NREL
Matteo Muratori, Ph.D.: is Advisor to the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Transportation at the federal level and Senior Engineer and Team Leader at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL).  He will be discussing EV/grid integration and it’s relationship to the environment. 
Also on this show:
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Liz Robinson: is Planet Philadelphia’s Energy Correspondent.  She reports on environmental energy news from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania’s capital. Ms. Robinson is a consultant to the PA Solar Energy Industries Association (PASEIA) and was the founding Executive Director of the Energy Coordinating Agency here in Philadelphia. In these roles and others, she is conversant with the progress in Harrisburg toward a cleaner more energy efficient future. Shewill tell us the latest energy news in Harrisburg, and what this could mean. Since Pennsylvania is the third largest fossil fuel energy producer in the country, these developments affect everyone.



​Not in Philly? 

You can still listen to all the great G-town Radio
programing on the iPhone G-town Radio app, 
Tunein, Simple Radio, or other aps.

​Planet Philadelphia is a radio show about our shared environment. 
Listen 4:00-5:00 PM EST the first and third Friday a month on 
WGGT-LP 92.9 FM in Philadelphia and/or live stream at gtownradio.com. 
Also aired on Villanova University’s radio station, WXVU,
Thursday mornings at 9:00 a.m. at 89.1FM. ​


Podcasts are available shortly after live broadcast on 
planetphiladelphia.com show archives page for the full broadcast
or listen to individual interviews on ​
​
Spotify| Anchor| Google| PocketCasts| Breaker| RadioPublic.

www.planetphiladelphia.com | www.gtownradio.com 
facebook |  @planetphila | @gtownradio
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New Planet Philadelphia this Friday: Electric Vehicles and the Grid. Plus PA Government Energy Update

3/12/2021

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Photo by Andrew Roberts on Unsplash

Planet Philadelphia 
4-5:00 PM Friday, 3/19/21

92.9 FM WGGT-LP in Philadelphia 
and live streaming at gtownradio.com

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Following on our last show on grid stability, we are examining the interaction between the electric grid and electric vehicles (EVs).  What is the effect of having a lot more electric vehicles on grid stability and how does the grid integration with EVs work?  Also on this show we will get an update on the transition to clean energy in PA. After the interviews, there will be a discussion of additional environmental issues related to EVs.
 
  • Matteo Muratori, Ph.D.: is Advisor to the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Transportation at the federal level and Senior Engineer and Team Leader at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL).  He will be discussing EV/grid integration and it’s relationship to the environment.
 
  • Liz Robinson: is Planet Philadelphia’s Energy Correspondent and reports on environmental energy news from Pennsylvania’s capital, Harrisburg. Ms.Robinson is a consultant to the PA Solar Energy Industries Association (PASEIA) and was the founding Executive Director of the Energy Coordinating Agency here in Philadelphia. In these roles and others, she is conversant with the progress in Harrisburg toward a cleaner more energy efficient future. She will tell us the latest energy news in Harrisburg, and what this could mean. Since Pennsylvania is the third largest fossil fuel energy producer in the country, these developments affect everyone.

​Planet Philadelphia is a radio show about our shared environment. 
Listen 4:00-5:00 PM EST the first and third Friday a month on 
WGGT-LP 92.9 FM in Philadelphia and/or live stream at gtownradio.com. 
Also aired on Villanova University’s radio station, WXVU,
Thursday mornings at 9:00 a.m. at 89.1FM. ​

Not in Philly? 
You can still listen to all the great G-town Radio
programing on the iPhone G-town Radio app, 
Tunein, Simple Radio, or other aps.

Podcasts are available shortly after live broadcast on 
planetphiladelphia.com show archives page for the full broadcast
or listen to individual interviews on ​
​
Spotify| Anchor| Google| PocketCasts| Breaker| RadioPublic.

www.planetphiladelphia.com | www.gtownradio.com 
facebook |  @planetphila | @gtownradio
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Announcements for 3/5/21 Show

3/7/2021

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​Sustainability Office request for comments. The deadline is this Tuesday, 3/9/21
The office of sustainability has re-opened up the survey period for comments on the climate playbook for us to comment. 
Please fill out the survey! It only takes two minutes
The Trash Academy suggests people comment on the following:
As we continue to see our trash and recycling mingled and incineratedin Chester, Camden and Conshohocken and dumped in our landfill, we are horrified! We want to make sure that we speak up that this is unacceptable, and the climate plan for Philly, fails to take this on. It is an environmental justice issue, disproportionately affecting marginalized communities, especially communities of color.   Incineration is now the largest source of air pollution in Philly. 
SUGGESTED COMMENTS: 
  • Reassessment of the zero waste plan with goals, and benchmarks with dates to increase diversion from the landfill and stop incineration.  
  • Increased funding for the Streets department to transition to a trash system that is designed for urban communities- the collection system itself is increasing trash on the streets and comingling.
  • We need a mechanism for the chief reliance officer to enforce compliance with the climate plan for city gov't departments  
  • Investments in greening in disinvested communities across Philly
 
 
Recycling Clothing and Electronics in Philadelphia
Retrievr is picking up these items for a limited time for free.
Go to their website:  https://retrievr.com/
Or text “Pickup” to 757-703-3824
You need to:
  • provide your address to make sure you’re in their coverage area
  • give brief rundown of what you have to be recycled (there’s a list of what they accept)
  • schedule a time
  • bag or box up the items and put them on the stoop
 
 
EPA Annual Environmental Justice Grants
Supporting vulnerable and overburdened communities disproportionately affected by environmental health risks. In one program, five grants will be awarded of up to $50,000 each within each of the EPA regions. In another program, 2 cooperative agreements of $160,000 each within each of the 10 EPA regions.
Proposals are due by 5/7/21.
For the former program:  https://www.epa.gov/environmentaljustice/environmental-justice-small-grants-program.
For the latter program:  https://www.epa.gov/environmental-justice/environmental-justice-collaborative-problem-solving-cooperative-agreement-0.
For more information on grants, funding and technical assistance:  https://www.epa.gov/environmentaljustice/environmental-justice-grants-funding-and-technical-assistance.
 
 
Climate Justice Grants
Supports and amplifies the voices of communities experiencing environmental injustices.  Believes those closest to the problem should be at the forefront of the solution.  Supports organizations with grants of up to $20,00 each to help them implement a six-month climate justice initiative
please click here to see our 2021 Climate Justice for All Project Grants RFP. 
To complete and see application:  this link.
Office hours every Thursday from 4:00-4:30 EST.  Those wishing to attend the office hours should contact them by email:  climatejusticegrants@climatereality.com 


Give Feedback to Environmental Justice Policy of Pennsylvania
DEP will be hosting two (2) sessions to gather feedback on revisions to the EJ Policy.  We are writing to invite and encourage you to attend either session and provide us with your feedback.  A timeline and key elements of the EJ Policy revision process can be found on the Office of Environmental Justice webpage.  The date and time for each session can be found below:
  • Monday, March 22 
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Join full WebEx videoconference
Join with audio only: +1 (415) 655-0003
Access code: 132 679 9501
*Registration is required to join this event through videoconference.  Registration is not required to call-in.
 
  • Wednesday, March 31
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm 
Join full WebEx videoconference
Join with audio only: +1 (415) 655-0003
Access code: 132 677 4271
*Registration is required to join this event through videoconference.  Registration is not required to call-in.
The Office of Environmental Justice is focused on incorporating a meaningful community engagement process to ensure inclusive community voices around the creation of a new EJ Policy. Our office would like to hear and consider feedback from environmental justice stakeholders across the Commonwealth as we move forward to develop a revised EJ Policy.
Specifically, DEP’s Office of Environmental Justice is seeking input on the following questions:
  • How can the EJ Policy address communities’ environmental justice concerns?
  • What worked and what were challenges with the current EJ Policy?  
  • How can we improve the public participation process within the policy?
  • How can DEP address environmental justice concerns in addition to permitting?  What are your suggestions about addressing EJ through this policy in addition to permitting? 
  • DEP currently delineates EJ Areas based on race (>30% minority) and income (>20% in poverty).  Do you feel that the current definition, or any definition, of an Environmental Justice Area is effective?  What revisions would you recommend for identifying vulnerable communities? Note that there is no federal definition as the US EPA intentionally does not create a definition for EJ Areas or communities, though their EJSCREEN tool is available and uses a variety of factors.
Additional details concerning the sessions can be found on the Office of Environmental Justice webpage or contact our office with any questions.  We hope you can make it!
 
Philly Spring Clean Up
April 10 9am-2pm.  Aplications due by March 29. City offers limited supplies to help with cleanup.
Click here to complete the application online
https://philadelphiastreetsdepartment.cmail20.com/t/r-l-tllkdddt-kkdyyktldh-j/

Mailed application: Download the application here (pdf). https://philadelphiastreetsdepartment.cmail20.com/t/r-l-tllkdddt-kkdyyktldh-t/

Mail completed application to:
Keith Warren
Deputy Commissioner - Sanitation Division
City of Philadelphia - Streets Department

730 Municipal Services Building
1401 John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Philadelphia, PA 19102
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Our electric grid & growing challenges. Listen to the podcast of the 3/5/21 Planet Philadelphia

3/6/2021

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How do we keep the power on despite the fast growing challenges?

​In the wake of the rolling blackouts in Texas recently, in California this summer, and in other states, what should we know about grid stability? How is our Pennsylvania, or even Philadelphia, grid equipped to deal with severe weather events? Guests on this show:
• Karen Miu, Ph.D., professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Drexel University
• Emily Shapira, President and CEO of Philadelphia Energy Authority, which works with Philadelphia on energy issues.

Listen to the podcast of the full show aired 3/5/2021 for this and more:

https://www.mixcloud.com/PlanetPhiladelphia/our-electric-grid-faces-many-challenges-what-should-we-do-to-keep-the-power-on/

Individual interviews:
​https://anchor.fm/kay-wood9/episodes/Karen-Miu--Ph-D---Drexel-University-Grid-resilience-in-the-USA-erpohd
https://anchor.fm/kay-wood9/episodes/Emily-Shapira--President-and-CEO-of-Philadelphia-Energy-Authority-Grid-stability-in-PA-erpr4v

Planet Philadelphia is a radio show about our shared environment. 
Listen 4:00-5:00 PM EST the first and third Friday a month on 
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Tune in 4-5:00 pm today: Our electric grid faces many challenges. What should we do to keep the power on?

3/5/2021

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Planet Philadelphia
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What should we do about grid stability across the nation to be more resilient in the face of growing challenges from extreme weather and growing demand? And how is Pennsylvania's, or even Philadelphia's, grid equipped to deal with severe weather events? Guests today:

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Karen Miu, Ph.D.: is professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Eng ineering at Drexel University. She works on distribution networks, infrastructure and power systems. She will be telling us generally how the grid works and implications for grid stability. Recent developments involving interactions with customers and their energy choices as they use the grid is another component of grid stability, one which introduces behavioral elements.
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Emily Shapira:  is President and CEO of Philadelphia Energy Authority, which works with Philadelphia on energy issues. She will discuss the stability of our grid in Pennsylvania and Philadelphia compared to that in the various states where there have been recent rolling blackouts. She will also talk about the steps towards resilience that need to be taken to make the grid more stable.          

Not in Philly? 
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programing on the iPhone G-town Radio app, 
Tunein, Simple Radio, or other aps.

​Planet Philadelphia is a radio show about our shared environment. 
Listen 4:00-5:00 PM EST the first and third Friday a month on 
WGGT-LP 92.9 FM in Philadelphia and/or live stream at gtownradio.com. 
Also aired on Villanova University’s radio station, WXVU,
Thursday mornings at 9:00 a.m. at 89.1FM. ​


Podcasts are available shortly after live broadcast on 
planetphiladelphia.com show archives page for the full broadcast
or listen to individual interviews on ​
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Keeping the power on, new Planet Philadelphia this Friday, March 5th

2/26/2021

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Grid Stability:
General and Local
Planet Philadelphia 4-5:00 PM Friday, 3/5/21
92.9 FM WGGT-LP in Philadelphia 
and live streaming at gtownradio.com
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Severe weather events are likely to be more frequent because of climate change. The energy grid has not been able to handle all these events. So, in the wake of the rolling blackouts in Texas recently, in California this summer, and in other states, what should we know about grid stability? How is our Pennsylvania, or even Philadelphia, grid equipped to deal with severe weather events? What should be done to provide more resilience? Tune in to Planet Philadelphia environmental radio show 4-5:00 PM Friday 3/5/21 for this and more with guests:
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Karen Miu, Ph.D.: is professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Drexel University. She works on distribution networks, infrastructure and power systems. She will be telling us generally how the grid works and implications for grid stability. Recent developments involving interactions with customers and their energy choices as they use the grid is another component of grid stability, one which introduces behavioral elements.

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Emily Shapira:  is President and CEO of Philadelphia Energy Authority, which works with Philadelphia on energy issues. She will discuss the stability of our grid in Pennsylvania and Philadelphia compared to that in the various states where there have been recent rolling blackouts. She will also talk about the steps towards resilience that need to be taken to make the grid more stable.          ​


​Planet Philadelphia is a radio show about our shared environment. 
Listen 4:00-5:00 PM EST the first and third Friday a month on 
WGGT-LP 92.9 FM in Philadelphia and/or live stream at gtownradio.com. 
Also aired on Villanova University’s radio station, WXVU,
Thursday mornings at 9:00 a.m. at 89.1FM. ​


Not in Philly? 
You can still listen to all the great G-town Radio
programing on the iPhone G-town Radio app, 
Tunein, Simple Radio, or other aps.

Podcasts are available shortly after live broadcast on 
planetphiladelphia.com show archives page for the full broadcast
or listen to individual interviews on ​
​
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Announcements mentioned in February 19th, 2021 Planet Philadelphia

2/22/2021

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1) Delaware Riverkeeper Network:  request to attend DRBC Public Meeting about whether to ban fracking or not in the Delaware River watershed. Be sure to watch Thursday's DRBC meeting to see if our watershed is protected from fracking including waste water disposal and water withdrawals.
Feb. 25 10:30am
Information about the event - monitoring whether the Delaware River Basin Commission will ban fracking in the Delaware River Watershed:
https://www.nj.gov/drbc/meetings/meeting_feb252021.html


2) ​Launch Event for PHENND Sustainability - Thurs. Feb. 25 11-1pm
This is a new effort.  PHENND Sustainability seeks to bring education institutions (including area campuses) and community organizations in Greater Philadelphia together to collaboratively use teaching, research, and learning to advance regional sustainability, climate resiliency, and environmental justice.
To register: 
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/phennd-sustainability-launch-tickets-138454287501


3) ​Transit Equity Day Registration
This month marks the 182nd birthday of Octavius Catto, civil rights leader who fought to desegregate Philadelphia’s horse-drawn trolleys in the 19th century. Octavius Catto's actions affirmed that everyone has a right to public transit. 

Clean Air Council invites you to join us virtually this Friday, February 26th from 12-1:30pm for the third annual Philadelphia Transit Equity Day as we celebrate Catto's legacy and continue the discussion on how we can create a more equitable transportation system in Philadelphia. Please join us and feel free to share this event with your networks. 
Register for the event:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2adV595kQBynKKnok_GMIw?fbclid=IwAR3p2b-f7jYmgmNDC5UJHehydJX5K8Lg1LScRpRn-4Ew73mlxYwt98qWgjc


4) ​Weavers Way Neighborhood Environmental Grants Deadline for grants 3/3/21
Community groups and organizations in Mr. Airy, Chestnut Hill, Germantown, Glenmside Roxborough, Fort Washington, East Falls, Blue Bell, Elkins Park and Flourtown are eligible.
Grants are $100-$500 for clearly identifiable public purposes resulting in tangible community improvement. Priority to projects helping to address climate change.
For form and guildelines, go to: https://www.weaversway.coop/pages/environment-committee-community-grants

5) Green Lease Leaders is Now Accepting Multifamily Applications
The Green Lease Leaders program now includes guidance for owners of multifamily housing looking to green their leases in the pursuit of high-performance properties. The Reference Guide for Landlords was developed by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and the Institute for Market Transformation. Applications for 2021 recognition are due by March 31. Click here to apply.
https://www.greenleaseleaders.com/apply/


6)  Free Training from the Climate Reality Project for individuals 13 years and up
April 22-May 2.  Trainees must be committed to completing all the training to participate.  Content is tailored to those volunteering to work on climate issues in the US.  Training will take an estimated 14 hours and be done virtually.
The following in a Climate Reality Leadership training for people 13 years and up.  Those individuals 13-18 years old require parent permission to participate.  It is free.   Trainees become part of the Climate Reality Leadership Corps.
https://www.climaterealityproject.org/apply/virtual-us-training?utm_source=advocacy&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=CRinUSV21&utm_content=CRinUSV21-email-1-a&utm_segment=CRinUSV21Email1All0221&mkt_tok=eyJpIjoiTXpCbU9EVXhaRFptTXpSbCIsInQiOiJUSE5vV3M4bEpObFNCalFiM25SdXRqRXlSdDJyQ0k4MldWazNCTk1iSUJNSVwva0h5NFBDOUpkY2lzVUwweEYwVlhrTHJwUlY5UVliUFVRNVh6dFhJT3pxNWRNcFMzNlc4YVhVNE16ZHdUK09SMEdWYVZLSDBpSFBxZFVqdFlWNWwifQ%3D%3D


7)  K-12 Environmental Literacy Program - free
This program comes from the federal government (NOAA)
https://www.noaa.gov/education/explainers/noaas-community-resilience-education-theory-of-change
The Franklin Institute will host its first-ever Virtual Youth Climate Summit! Do you know an interested Philly teen or their teacher? Please share this announcement! 
Applications now open! Visit our website to apply through March 5th and email youthclimatesummit@fi.edu with questions.
What is it?
  • Educational Workshops led by scientists, environmental justice activists, youth advocates, and more will showcase climate solutions and inspire action!
  • Teacher-Only Workshop will help teachers sharpen their skills in supporting youth-led action.
  • Action Planning Workshop to guide student/teacher teams in climate action planning to enact at their school!
Who can apply?
  • Teams of Philadelphia-area students in grades 8-12 and their teachers.
  • 1 team = 3 to 10 students + 1 teacher
When is it?
  • April 6th, 7th, 13th, and 14th​


8)  The Solutions Project Launches First-Ever Black Climate Week Feb. 22-28
OAKLAND, Calif. —  In celebration of Black History Month, the nonprofit The Solutions Project is hosting the first-ever Black Climate Week, today through Sunday, February 28. Throughout the week, The Solutions Project will publish a series of multimedia resources on its website and social media channels celebrating the extraordinary contributions of Black solutionaries advancing science and climate justice.

“Black Climate Week shines a celebratory spotlight on today’s Black climate leaders who have earned a special place in history for helping to solve the dual crises of systemic racism and climate change,” said The Solutions Project’s CEO, Gloria Walton.

This year’s debut Black Climate Week will celebrate solutionaries including:
  • Euneika Rogers-Sipp, an artist and designer who worked with agricultural landowners in the Black Belt to build Sustainable Rural Regenerative Enterprises for Families, and founded the Destination Design School of Agricultural Estates.
  • Gregory Jenkins, a professor in the Department of Meteorology at Penn State University whose areas of research include weather, climate justice, air quality and the connections to public health in West Africa.
  • The Reverend Leo Woodberry, a Southern pastor who brings clean energy jobs and projects to low-income communities while growing a coalition in support of climate and environmental justice.

The Solutions Project will publish a #BlackClimateWeek Reading List for people eager to learn more about climate justice and get involved in the climate justice movement. To see the full list of people Black Climate Week will celebrate, please click here.    
https://thesolutionsproject.org/campaigns/black-climate-week/                                            

if you have announcements about environmental events you would like us to include please email us at planetphila (at) gmail.com at least a week in advance of the event.​

​Planet Philadelphia is a radio show about our shared environment. 
Listen 4:00-5:00 PM EST the first and third Friday a month on 
WGGT-LP 92.9 FM in Philadelphia and/or live stream at gtownradio.com. 
Also aired on Villanova University’s radio station, WXVU,
Thursday mornings at 9:00 a.m. at 89.1FM. ​


Podcasts are available shortly after live broadcast on 
planetphiladelphia.com show archives page for the full broadcast
or listen to individual interviews on ​
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Podcast of latest show: How to handle the huge problem of abandoned oil and gas wells? And Green Investing part 2

2/20/2021

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Pennsylvania has the highest number of abandoned oil and gas wells in the nation, but there are myriads of these wells all around the country. We talk with Adam Peltz, Senior Attorney in the Environmental Defense Fund’s (EDF) Energy program about the problems/dangers of these wells and what can we do about them.  Also on this show Linda Rosenwein, Ph.D., Planet Philadelphia’s reporter and assistant producer, gives the second half of her summary of green investing.

Listen to the full Planet Philadelphia broadcast Friday 2/19/2021 here: 
https://www.mixcloud.com/PlanetPhiladelphia/abandoned-oil-and-gas-wells-adam-peltz-senior-attorney-edf-energy-program-2192021/

The next Planet Philadlephia will be March 5,2021. Please do tune in then.


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