A rolling collection of stories, tips, and news powered by the people of the Philadelphia Water Department.
Five ways the Philadelphia Water Department works to further the ideals that embody Earth Day.
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A surge in wipes could be bad news for residents trying to avoid big expenses like major plumbing repairs.
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Starting April 2nd, the Penn State Master Watershed Steward program is shifting its education and training to an online platform.
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Important updates regarding our ongoing response to the COVID-19 emergency.
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This PWD award showcases innovation, excellence, and the ability to overcome technical challenges, recognizing private property owners for outstanding stormwater management projects.
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Through a learning exchange program hosted by The Nature Conservancy, our Deputy Commissioner of Planning & Environmental Services and Public Engagement Team Manager, recently met with representatives from the San Juan-based Proyecto ENLACE del Caño Martín Peña.
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An amazing story about why being Philly’s first black Water Dept. commissioner matters.
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Our Green City, Clean Waters program celebrates nine years in June. Here are some highlights from 2019.
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Tap water chic flooded the zeitgeist amid global outcry over an ever-growing tide of plastic litter filling our parks, streets, rivers, and oceans. Locally, we took on skeptics in city where 40 percent say they drink bottled water at home.
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It was a momentous year for the Philadelphia Water Department. See how 2019 was a year defined by change and progress.
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