Read

After 20+ years on Superfund list, Franklin Slag Pile cleanup moves forward – without a clear climate plan (Green Philly, February 24, 2026)

Philly has lots of trails. For the first time, it is hiring a full-time crew to maintain them. (Philadelphia Inquirer, February 25, 2026)

AI’s growing appetite for power is putting Pennsylvania’s aging electricity grid to the test (The Conversation, February 25, 2026)

Do

Philadelphia Science Action Teach-In
Thursday, March 5 from 6 – 7:30 p.m.
The Academy of Natural Sciences, 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
This is an in-person event featuring speakers and audience Q&A, discussing the state of American science one year into the Trump Administration.

Stand up for Science PHL 2026
Saturday, March 7 at 11 a.m.
North side of City Hall, marching to Art Museum
Stand up for immigrants. Stand up to ICE. Stand together.

Learn

March First Saturday: The Natural History Road Show
Saturday, March 7 from 12:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Wagner Free Institute of Science, 1700 W Montgomery Ave
Are you a 21st century naturalist? Do you have natural materials collected on a personal expedition but can’t figure out the scientific classification for your findings? Come have your specimens identified by a panel of experts at the Wagner’s Natural History Road Show!

Plan ahead

At the beginning of the month, we’ll share some upcoming events that you might want to get on your calendar sooner rather than later.

Beyond Plastics March Conference
Saturday, March 21 from 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Franklin Institute, 222 N 20th St
Through interactive workshops, you’ll build practical organizing skills to strengthen your advocacy, including power mapping, building and energizing your base, engaging local officials, and organizing film screenings or book events.

BiodiversiTEASE: an Earth Day Cabaret
Wednesday, April 22 from 8 – 10:30 p.m.
Star|Bolt, 1936 Front Street
Skype a Scientist & HoneyReno productions presents a night of education, entertainment, & community connections for the love of the planet