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A Century Of Water Filtration
June 30, 2011  |  Matthew Fritch

This year marks the 100th anniversary of Philadelphia’s water filtration system, completed with the construction of the Queen Lane Filters in 1911.

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2011 Greenworks Philadelphia Progress Report
June 29, 2011  |  Matthew Fritch

Amid all the excitement over Philly’s first green roof bus shelter two weeks ago, we buried some really big news that happened the same day: Mayor Michael Nutter released the 2011 Greenworks Philadelphia Progress Report.

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You’re Invited: Stormwater House
 |  Matthew Fritch

Thinking about making your home greener but don’t know where to start? Wondering about the incentives and barriers to environmentally friendly improvements such as green roofs and downspout planters (pictured above)?

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Life Aquatic: Mayfly
June 27, 2011  |  Public Affairs

When the Philadelphia Water Department’s aquatic biologists investigate Philadelphia’s streams and rivers to take stock of the number and variety of species inhabiting our waterways (they call this process a bioassessment), they pay special attention to mayflies.

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Pop Quiz: Name That Hidden Stream
June 23, 2011  |  Matthew Fritch

Most people want to flush their toilet and forget about it, but if you know anything about the historical research I do for PWD, you know that sewers are one of my obsessions.

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Urban What? Urban Forest!
June 22, 2011  |  Public Affairs

What is an urban forest? It’s the collection of trees that grow in an urban area. Urban tree canopy is important for both environmental and economic reasons, as it reduces stormwater runoff, improves air quality and raises property values.

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Root For The Home Stream
 |  Matthew Fritch

“Root for the home estuary” doesn’t have quite the same ring to it—but if you attend the June 25 Camden Riversharks game against the Pennsylvania Road Warriors (5:35 p.m. start), you can support the Partnership for the Delaware Estuary.

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A Roof With A View
June 21, 2011  |  Matthew Fritch

And also some views of the roof: Here are some photos from Wednesday’s unveiling of the green roof bus shelter at 15th and Market.

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Iodine-131: A Panel Discussion
June 13, 2011  |  Matthew Fritch

Iodine-131 has been in the news lately, and PWD has been busy responding to media inquiries. Now is your chance to ask your own questions and voice concerns:

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