On the other side of the state from Pittsburgh both the Philadelphia Phillies and Eagles are implementing greening initiatives.

The Phillies have taken part in a celebration. The project is the largest solar project in the state of PA and is a 5-megawatt (AC) ground-mounted project, which is anticipated to power the equivalent of 950 homes and circumvent 4,200 tons of carbon dioxide per year. The Phillies joined Eastern University, Franklin and Marshall College, and the Clean Air Council as sponsors of this project.

The Phillies have been purchasing Renewable Energy Credits since April 2008 and they were the first team in MLB to join the EPA’s Green Power Partnership which encourages the acquisition of green power. The Phillies purchase more renewable energy than any other MLB team.

The Eagles have partnered with NRG to form a dynamic partnership to integrate sustainable energy solutions into Lincoln Financial Field The project will be the largest solar power system in the NFL. Micro wind turbines will be placed on the roof of the stadium to augment the system.

The Mayor’s Office for Sustainability is focused on making Philadelphia the Greenest City. By all collaborating and working together Philadelphia has taken great strides and continues to lead the country forward.