City of Philadelphia Office of Sustainability

08/10/2026

💰⚡ Looking for ways to offset rising utility bills?

Join Jake Head and the Solar States team, one of Solarize Greater Philadelphia’s trusted installers, for a conversation about how solar energy can help lower costs. Learn what to expect when going solar. Get the latest homeowner options, hear what's happening in the field, and get your questions answered during this interactive discussion.

Whether you're just starting to explore solar or ready to take the next step, this session is for you! Register: https://wattsup2.eventbrite.com/

📅 Wednesday, August 19 | 6:00–7:00 p.m.

08/06/2026

☀️🔋 Come see North Star Park’s Solar Shed Showcase in action. The Playful Learning Solar Shed is an innovative, off-grid community hub that’s remained operational through heat waves and storms even when surrounding areas lost electricity.

Learn how clean energy can keep communities safe, connected, and prepared for the future. We hope to see you there!

📍 North Star Park in East Parkside
📅 Tuesday, August 18 | 12:00–1:00 p.m.
Event details: https://philaenergy.org/event/solar-shed-showcase/

08/06/2026

The Water Shed’s EcoFEST Block Party is back!

All are invited to the Water Shed's EcoFEST Block Party on Saturday, August 15, 2026 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. along the 5300 block of Wayne Avenue in Germantown.

Celebrate environmental resilience and community creativity with hands-on learning, local vendors, art, performances, resources and more! Activities include The Academy of Natural Sciences' Mapping Resilience Stories, the Philly Water Bar, Grand Hank Productions Energy Road Show, spoken word artist Yolanda Wisher, paper shredding, electronic recycling, and more.

We hope to see you there!

08/04/2026

On July 11, a severe storm and flash floods swept through the Philadelphia area and damaged homes and businesses.

Were you or someone you know impacted by the storm? If so, check out the following resources that can help residents and business owners with the cost of repairs, temporary housing, replacing essential items and more. Help spread the word:

The July 11 microbursts knocked out power, downed trees, flooded streets and basements and damaged cars and buildings.

08/04/2026

08/03/2026

PEA and Philadelphia Green Capital Corp. are excited to announce the 2026 Solar Week calendar of events! Featured activities include:

☀️Solar energy information sessions
☀️Networking happy hours
☀️Solar array unveilings

Networking Events & Celebrations:
🍹 Green Building United’s Summer Social 2026: Climate & Cocktails
🏛️ Springfield Township’s Municipal Solar Array Ribbon Cutting
🛝 North Star Park's Solar Shed Showcase

Webinars:
🏡 PEA’s Residential Solar 101 with Solar United Neighbors
🏫 PEA, PA Solar Center and Sierra Club Pennsylvania Chapter’s How To Solarize Your Municipality
🔌 Solar States’ Watts Up With Solar Around Philly?
🏢 Solarize Delco’s Intro to Solar for Nonprofits and Intro to Solar for Residents

07/31/2026

You can help sewers function at their best by keeping storm drains on your block clear of litter, leaves, snow, and debris.

If you see a clogged storm drain near your home and there’s rain in the forecast, consider removing the debris and placing it in the trash. Trash and leaves left in the street will clog the drain again when rain falls.

Please be cautious: only remove debris BEFORE a storm starts. Do NOT walk or drive through flooded streets!

07/30/2026

07/30/2026

Join us for a pre-season We Walk PHL Mixer!

Come chat as we walk, meet with staff, team members and other walkers. All are welcome. Family-friendly, stroller-friendly walk.

We will walk to the newly renovated Johnny Sample Recreation Center for the ribbon-cutting ceremony, site tour, food, and fun activities.

Register at https://www.givepulse.com/event/900332-We-Walk-PHL-Mixer

07/30/2026

Join an upcoming Solarize Greater Philadelphia webinar and find out why this is the year for your organization to invest in solar energy.

These summer sessions are geared for Greater Philadelphia commercial, industrial, and nonprofit building owners. All webinars are open to the public.

Tune in to learn how Solarize Greater Philadelphia and PA Solar Center are partnering to help local organizations reduce or stabilize energy costs. We'll cover the feasibility and installation process as well as provide an update on available incentives and financing options.