City of Philadelphia Office of Sustainability

06/17/2026

06/11/2026

A Heat Health Emergency goes into effect at 11am today activating emergency heat programs like cooling centers, the Heatline, and other resources to help beat the heat. There are over 50 cooling centers throughout the city. To find yours, visit phila.gov/coolingcenters

Read more about City services like cooling centers, the Heatline, and ways to keep cool and hydrated at Hospitality Hubs in Center City and FIFA Fan Festival in Lemon Hill: bit.ly/3QgZQr7

06/11/2026

Due to extremely hot conditions, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health has issued a Heat Health Emergency beginning today, June 11 at 11:00 a.m., and ending Friday, June 12 at 8:00 p.m.

Please check on neighbors and loved ones, especially the elderly. Learn more about the services that will be available: https://ow.ly/Vm7J50PmaUO

06/11/2026

⚠️ Stay ahead of rising temps — heat emergencies can happen quickly! Keep yourself safe and cool with these easy reminders:
💦 Drink lots of water
🚫 Skip alcohol
🏠 Spend time in air‑conditioned spaces
🕙 Limit outdoor activities
👕 Wear light, loose‑fitting clothes
👵 Check in on older relatives and neighbors
🚘 Never leave children or pets in a parked car

06/09/2026

Hurricane Season is officially here! Remember: these storms aren’t just a coastal problem; they can affect states far inland. Now is the time to prepare: know your risk, make a plan, build an emergency kit & follow NOAA NWS National Hurricane Center for updates. More tips: ready.gov/hurricanes

06/09/2026

It’s Great Outdoors Month! 🌿 Getting active outside—whether walking, biking, or playing—helps strengthen your body, boost your mood, and support overall health. Get out and get moving!
Find local parks, trails, and other outdoor spaces to improve your physical and mental health with We Walk.

Learn more about your 29 options in Philly’s beautiful parks: : https://myphillypark.org/wewalk-spring26

06/05/2026

06/05/2026

It's the final week to apply to the 2026 Community Resilience & Environmental Justice (CREJ) Fund!

The CREJ Fund supports community-based organizations in Philadelphia that are working on environmental justice initiatives. It awards $30,000 grants (with a two-year grant agreement) to 12 projects in:
✅Circularity & Waste Reduction
✅ Climate Emergency Preparedness
✅ Energy Burden & Heat Resilience
✅ Food Sovereignty & Land Security
✅ Indoor Air Quality

Visit our blog to learn more! Apply by Friday, June 5 at 11:59 p.m.
https://www.phila.gov/2026-04-10-city-launches-2026-community-resilience-and-environmental-justice-fund/

The CREJ Fund is supported by the Office of Sustainability, Philadelphia Water Department, and William Penn Foundation.

06/01/2026

It's going to be HOT this summer, Philly!

Join us for a virtual workshop (or two) to learn about heat-related illness and ways to stay safe and cool.

Tuesday, June 2: https://ow.ly/yc5150Z4kxA
Thursday, June 4: https://ow.ly/F7Gj50Z4kZc