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See South Philly Soak It Up

March 16, 2012  |  Matthew Fritch

On March 8, our second Soak It Up! event took place at 16th and Jackson streets in South Philly. Neighbors joined city officials and PWD employees to celebrate the stormwater tree trenches that absorb runoff and make 16th Street a green street.

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Questions About the Proposed Water Rates? We Have Answers.

March 15, 2012  |  Paul Fugazzotto

You know when we use the PWD logo as a graphic, things are about to get official. So here we go: The Philadelphia Water Department is seeking a rate change in order to maintain the city’s top-quality water, alleviate flooding, meet regulatory requirements, and improve the quality of local rivers and streams.

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Most Sustainable In Show: PWD Flower Show Display Wins Sustainability Award

March 13, 2012  |  Matthew Fritch

The 2012 International Flower Show, which wrapped up last week, aimed to take visitors on a trip to Hawaii. The Philadelphia Water Department’s display, however, kept it right here in Philly, demonstrating how green roofs, rain gardens and other green infrastructure can beautify our city while managing stormwater runoff that pollutes our rivers and streams.

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Thank You For Soaking (It Up)

March 2, 2012  |  Matthew Fritch

Yesterday’s inaugural Soak It Up, Philly! event took place in New Kensington, where the Philadelphia Water Department showed off the Green Streets that are helping to improve the health of Philly’s rivers and streams.

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