LWV DelCo Environmental Clearinghouse
Delaware County Environmental Clearinghouse
The Office of Environmental Justice remains dedicated in our commitment to furthering our relationship with community leaders and organizations like yourself. We take pride in sharing our knowledge and expertise, […]
Growing Greener Communities is proud to announce a new program available to residents in local watersheds! The GGC Rain Garden Course is a four week program that covers everything you need to design and install your own native rain garden. The course includes live class sessions, hands-on rain garden build experience, and individualized project support. Registration […]
COST: $70 for workshop and compost bin; $20 for workshop only This workshop thoroughly covers the importance and benefits of composting, the process, setting up a compost pile, proper maintenance, and ways of using finished compost. Registrants may choose to register for the Backyard Composting Workshop only or for $50 additional they can purchase the […]
It’s Earth Week/Month! This is a time to celebrate progress being made across the Commonwealth to build healthier, more resilient communities that work for all. Come join us as we learn about exciting leadership and innovation from multiple communities and sectors that will inspire you to join the effort to make Pennsylvania more sustainable. Sign […]
Are you curious about ways to lower your storm water bill and flooding on your property? If so join us for our rain barrel workshop, where you will discover how collecting rainwater can make a difference.
While one of every three bites of our food come to us from insect pollinators like bees, beetles and butterflies, these incredible insects are under immense threats from a variety […]
The Delaware River Basin Commission's Water Resources Resilience Plan (WRRP) supports management of the Basin's shared water resources through the known and potential impacts of climate change and other challenges. The WRRP has 3 phases, each with a public input component. Phase 1 was completed in March 2026 and reflected input from partners and stakeholders […]
Join us to learn about the Philadelphia Port Authority’s (PPA) plans to bring the cruise ship industry to Philadelphia and the use of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) as fuel. What are the public safety threats for Philadelphia and Southeastern PA? What are the potential environmental impacts for the Delaware River and its communities? Where will […]
Most plastic is made from plastic pellets -- tiny beads of plastic that can spill into the environment and pollute our waterways. An estimated 10 trillion plastic pellets enter the ocean every year. Wildlife can mistake plastic pellets for food and eat them.1 Environment America Research & Policy Center is helping organize the second-annual International […]
Daydreaming about spring already? Come get a jumpstart on the growing season and learn hot to start your very own native wildflower seeds! We'll explore how birds, plants, and pollinators rely on each other and make sure there are a couple extra blooms for them come spring! All materials included. Register with carmelita_rosner@fws.gov.
Children ages 3-5 and an adult are invited to explore nature with a refuge ranger! Participants will enjoy story-times, crafts, hikes, and more! Registration is required. Please pre-register by sending an email to hannah_thompkins@fws.gov with how many tots and adults are expected to attend. Like all refuge activities, this event is FREE!
Join the Philly Tracking Club for a special indoor-and-outdoor winter meetup at John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge! Philly Tracking Club is a new, volunteer-led group offering free co-learning experiences in wildlife track & sign—open to anyone curious about nature. We'll start with a short 30-minute indoor session to introduce basic tracking concepts, build shared vocabulary, […]