LWV DelCo Environmental Clearinghouse
Delaware County Environmental Clearinghouse
The Providence Friends Meeting is proud to host the Delaware County Office of Sustainability for a detailed presentation about the County's first-ever Sustainability Plan: Sustain Delco. Participants will leave with a better understanding of what sustainability is, why it matters, and what they can do to push sustainability for in their everyday lives
January 27–31 is Winter Salt Week, a multistate effort to raise awareness about the harms of road salt. Stroud Water Research Center is leading the charge in the mid-Atlantic region, helping dozens of organizations sample streams and tell the story of road salt in their communities. An Eye on Salt Pollution Road salt keeps us safe on […]
January 27–31 is Winter Salt Week, a multistate effort to raise awareness about the harms of road salt. Stroud Water Research Center is leading the charge in the mid-Atlantic region, helping dozens of organizations sample streams and tell the story of road salt in their communities. An Eye on Salt Pollution Road salt keeps us safe on […]
January 27–31 is Winter Salt Week, a multistate effort to raise awareness about the harms of road salt. Stroud Water Research Center is leading the charge in the mid-Atlantic region, helping dozens of organizations sample streams and tell the story of road salt in their communities. New Jersey – 1:30pm ET Rich Balgowan has over 35 years […]
January 27–31 is Winter Salt Week, a multistate effort to raise awareness about the harms of road salt. Stroud Water Research Center is leading the charge in the mid-Atlantic region, helping dozens of organizations sample streams and tell the story of road salt in their communities. Policy Solutions Panel: A 30-minute lightning round of presentations followed by […]
January 27–31 is Winter Salt Week, a multistate effort to raise awareness about the harms of road salt. Stroud Water Research Center is leading the charge in the mid-Atlantic region, helping dozens of organizations sample streams and tell the story of road salt in their communities. Dilution is NOT the solution Presented by Dr. Jess Hua Our […]
Monroe Energy RACT III Public Hearing The Facility owns and operates a petroleum refinery located on the Delaware River in the Borough of Trainer, Delaware County, Pennsylvania. The Facility operates under PADEP TVOP No. 23-00003. Why: The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has made a preliminary determination to approve a RACT III alternative compliance […]
Register for Live Streams In-Person Opportunities On January 31, organizations throughout the Delaware River watershed and beyond will host stream sampling events for community scientists and volunteers to collect chloride and conductivity data in what scientists call a synoptic sampling event or salt snapshot. Stroud Center scientists will use the snapshot data to produce a […]
Rain or shine Appropriate for Adults (18+) and Teens ages 12-17 Join wildflower expert Dick Cloud on an informative two-hour hike that takes you through meadows, woods, and occasionally streamside. Although the focus is on plants, we will talk about whatever we might see while we are out! In the winter months, we will focus on identification through […]
The 1Q public hearing via Zoom Webinar will take place on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, commencing at 1:30 p.m. Public Hearing Agenda (pdf) Items to be heard include 26 draft dockets for withdrawals, discharges and other projects that could have a substantial effect on the Basin's water resources. The public is advised to check the Commission's […]
This 13th Annual Summit is hosted by the Delco Trails Alliance, Delco Planning Dept., Friends of Haverford Trails and Haverford Recreation Department. It is held each year to review progress, identify opportunities to improve walking and biking throughout the western suburbs of Philly, and prioritize and help plan continuing trail connections and safe streets improvements in […]
OR ALL AGES Are you new to Tyler or a visitor who has never explored the trails outside the deer fence? Join Tyler docent Dave Charlton for a monthly series of leisurely walks on the Tyler Trails. We will spend one to one and a half hours learning to find our way in the natural areas while […]
OR ADULTS AND TEENS AGES 15-17 Did you know that Tyler has a collection of over 100 witch hazels that bloom in colors of gold, red, purple, yellow, and orange in February? On any given day during this time, the intoxicating perfume of this tree will surely attract most garden visitors to their locations. The […]
Bring your questions like-Is solar worth it? How do solar panels work? What are the benefits of solar? What financing options are available to me? Are there tax reductions, rebates with solar? How do I select a quality installer? Is my house suitable for solar? How much maintenance do solar panels require? Will solar pay […]
PAR-Recycle Works is a first-level processing center for used electronics. Their workers deconstruct the items received and separate them into their major components. When necessary, they erase all data from hard drives before selling components to environmentally responsible downstream processors. FREE, Registration Required, coming Registration Opens - Friday, February 21, 2025
Public Meetings Legislative meetings of the DCSWA Board of Directors are typically held the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 3pm, located at 610 E. Baltimore Pike, Media, PA 19063. Individuals may also access these public meetings virtually by clicking here. Additionally, the 2nd Wednesday of each month is a general meeting, held at the […]
PFAS, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are present in our everyday products and pervasive in our environment. Scientific studies have shown that exposure to some PFAS in the environment is linked to harmful health effects in humans. Come and learn about PFAS, where they are found, safety, and the recent EPA water standards. FREE. Registration required, HERE
SIERRA CLUB DELCO GREEN TEAM The SC DelCo Green Team is committed to educating people about and increasing the use of clean energy, zero waste solutions, & sustainable policies in all DelCo municipalities and urging these municipalities to adopt their own climate change mitigation/sustainability plans and create an effective EAC if it doesn't have one. Please lend your creativity […]
WHY: This action is for the renewal of Title V Operating Permit (TVOP) No. 23-00119 for ETMT’s Marcus Hook Terminal (MHT) facility. Under the current TVOP, ETMT operates and maintains sources and equipment for and to support the natural gas liquids (NGLs) processing, storage, and distribution operations and petroleum products terminal services at the MHT. […]
Public Meetings Legislative meetings of the DCSWA Board of Directors are typically held the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 3pm, located at 610 E. Baltimore Pike, Media, PA 19063. Individuals may also access these public meetings virtually by clicking here. Additionally, the 2nd Wednesday of each month is a general meeting, held at the […]
Save money on electricity, decrease harmful emissions to our environment, and enhance the value of your home. Learn if solar is a good for your home, cost, payback, increase in home value, what the installation is like, and the group purchase opportunity. In 2025 there are 30% tax credits, low income grants, no money down […]
Newlin Grist Mill and Wild Birds Unlimited (Glen Mills) have teamed up to explore the wonderful world of bird life! Join us for monthly naturalist-led walks through the 160-acre park at Newlin Grist Mill. We will meet year-round residents, visit exciting migrants, and learn the basics of bird identification and biology. Families and beginners are […]
Help us make our park a better place for wildlife and people! The Habitat Stewards group meets once a month to work on outdoor tasks related to habitat restoration and species conservation. Projects vary by month but include things like invasive plant removal, tree planting, garden maintenance, trail cleanup, and outdoor classroom care. 1pm to […]
Join the Sierra Club for a relatively easy 2 mile walk at Smedley Park. While mostly level, there are a few short slopes and the trail is not paved for the full duration so this trail may not be accessible to all. We will have plenty of stops along the way for discussion and breaks. […]
You are invited to the 2025 Shale Gas and Public Health Conference: New Directions, a cornerstone of the LWVPA Straight Scoop on Shale educational initiative since 2013. This conference will bring together scientists, public health experts, industry leaders, and advocacy groups to explore the latest research and insights on unconventional oil and gas development, its […]
NOTICE is hereby given that the Board and Executive Committee meetings of the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC) for 2025 will be held at 10:00 AM on the dates set forth below. Meetings will be held virtually via Zoom or in-person (with a Zoom option) at the Commission’s Conference Center, located in the […]