RT Philadelphia

"Juan Peralta, a father of three and volunteer with the environmental advocacy coalition HERE 4 Climate Justice, testified that it cost him around $3,000 to keep his family warm this winter.

“It feels like the system is failing us,” Peralta said.

The typical low-income household in the Philadelphia metro area spends more of its income on energy bills than the typical household nationally, according to the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy. Black and Hispanic families in the region face disproportionately high energy cost burdens."

Philadelphia City Council asks what it can do to control rising utility bills Customers, advocates and experts outlined the limited tools the city has to control costs during a hearing on rising utility bills.

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Philadelphia launches ‘Alleygators’ program to clean alleys by request The new program will help residents keep their alleys clear with a once-a-year cleaning by request.

Day 1 of our West Philly Block Build is in the books — and what a BEAUTIFUL day it was! 🙌✨

From the smallest "wee-builder" to some of our most seasoned skilled leaders, around 150 volunteers showed up and showed OUT, tackling repairs across 12 homes on a block. From hammers swinging to paint rollers flying — the energy was unmatched and the impact was real.

A huge shoutout to our incredible partners who made today possible — including Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Saint-Gobain, Radian, students from Wharton & Weitzman, The Enterprise Center and so many others who rolled up their sleeves right alongside us. This is what community looks like. 💪🏠
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Day 2 tomorrow — let's finish strong! Stay tuned for more. 🔨