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Affordable Green Neighborhoods Support Public Health

Posted on December 16, 2013 by Jaime

There has been increasing interest in using affordable housing projects to promote healthy and sustainable lifestyle. Though genetics play a role in determining health, a recent study showed that the physical, social, and economic environment account for between 40 and 60% of health outcomes. This means that your environment has a huge impact on your… Continue reading →

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Philadelphia: Green City, Clean Waters

Posted on November 18, 2013 by Jaime

“These green solutions to solving the storm water problem don’t just solve storm water. They create parks, they create shade, they create beauty.” Sarah RobGreico, Executive Director Tookany/Tacony-Frankford Watershed Partnership In 2012, Philadelphia instituted its Green City, Clean Waters 25-year plan to increase the quality of its streams and rivers and revitalize the city. The… Continue reading →

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Greenbuild International Conference and Expo!

Posted on November 4, 2013 by Jaime

Thanks to a generous sponsorship from my college and an alum, I will be attending the Greenbuild International Conference and Expo in Philadelphia on November 20-22! And, I will be live tweeting it all @CityMentality! Greenbuild is the only conference dedicated to sustainable building and development. The conference covers topics including LEED certification, green infrastructure, resiliency, mixed-use development,… Continue reading →

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