local companies

A local company issued a timely announcement during Philadelphia Solar Week, August 17-23. It will be installing a solar array atop a daycare center — meeting nearly 100% of the building’s energy needs. Residents can take part in the celebration...

From hemp clothing, hemp jewelry, CBD products and Medical Marijuana, this is poised to be a breakout year for the Cannabis industry. After 80 years of government prohibition, American farmers, businesses and consumers can finally grow, process, sell and use Cannabis...

We sat down with MilkCrate Philly Founder Morgan Berman to find out the same answer while discussing the upcoming release of the "sustainable yelp" app, hipsters and bridging the gaps between sustainability, technology and community. Accessibility to information: The problem 83% of Americans consider sustainability when buying food, and 81% want more options available to protect the environment, but they don't always know where to find them. Find out more about MilkCrate Philly's functionality, proposed features and more about founder Morgan Berman, after the jump.

It's certainly honorable for a fashion and apparel company to use sustainable and organic materials. But a company that is highly active in the pursuit of a healthier environment is by far cooler... Take United by Blue... United by Blue is a Philly based brand and apparel company specializing in organic t-shirts, jewelry and bags. UBB decided to go beyond selling green and take action to reduce ocean pollution. Why?

Every day we're exposed to tons of chemicals - whether in our food, in products we're using, and putting in OR on our bodies. Gross to think about, right? Luckily, you don't have to worry about your nails being toxic - A green innovation has landed right in Philadelphia! Tierra Mia Organic Nail Spa is the nation’s first truly organic nail spa located at 328 South 17th street in Rittenhouse. Reinventing the traditional nail experience, Tierra Mia Organic Nail Spa is