Help Get a Buoy for Lake Erie!
March 26, 2014 | Chris Anderson
The Regional Science Consortium is in the running for a Grassroots Grant from the Boat U.S. Foundation and needs your vote to win the grant!
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American Planning Association Awards for Excellence in Sustainability
March 25, 2014 | Public Affairs
For the first time, the American Planning Association (APA) Sustainable Communities Division is offering awards for Excellence in Sustainability. Hurry! The deadline for application is March 31st.
Read More →Uncover the Green Design Competition Officially Kicks Off!
January 23, 2014 | Chris Anderson
Students, it’s your turn to leave your mark on Philadelphia! Help the Water Department raise awareness about the new tools in our neighborhoods and inspire residents to uncover the benefits of green stormwater infrastructure.
Read More →Capturing the Transformation
October 11, 2013 | Public Affairs
During the Industrial Revolution, businesses let waste run directly into the Schuylkill River, polluting the river and killing wildlife. Today, the Schuylkill once again supports a variety of fish and wildlife. Help us show how amazing the Schuylkill River is by submitting pictures to the Schuylkill Shots Photo Contest!
Read More →Brilliant! A Free Giveaway: Two Tickets to the Flower Show
March 4, 2013 | Paul Fugazzotto
Take a trip to Britain without leaving Philadelphia! Win a free ticket to the PHS Philadelphia Flower Show by filling out this entry form and verify your entry by liking PWD on Facebook or following us on Twitter.
Read More →Dive In Before the Deadline!
November 14, 2012 | Paul Fugazzotto
Designers! Take the plunge and help make our communities green, clean and beautiful with your expertise and innovation. Oh – and win $10K while you’re at it!
Read More →Green City, Clean Waters Art Contest Open to Philly Students
January 12, 2012 | Matthew Fritch
Picasso’s Blue Period was OK, we suppose, but we think green will be the color of choice for up-and-coming Philadelphia artists for the next 25 years or so.
Read More →2011: An Open Space Odyssey
August 24, 2011 | Matthew Fritch
It’s time to play Name That Public Space: The stretch of Market Street between 30th Street Station and the former Post Office building is about to be transformed from a parking lane into a 40-foot-wide sidewalk by Labor Day.
Read More →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.
Read More →Meet Our New Best Friends
May 31, 2011 | Matthew Fritch
When we put out a call to find Philly Water’s Best Friend, more than 85 dogs answered and thousands (yes, thousands!) of votes were cast online.
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