Sophia Schmidt
@tough_schmidt_
Environmental justice reporter @WHYYNews @PlanPhilly. 2021 @MetcalfURI fellow. Previously @NPRWeekend & @DelawarePublic. 🏳️🌈 she/her
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https://whyy.org/person/sophia-schmidt/ 12-01-2017 14:26:40
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Parker’s spending proposal revealed more details about her plan to make Philly the cleanest big city in the country. Here's what you need to know. via Sophia Schmidt bit.ly/43slStd
A petroleum refinery and two chemical plants in the Philly region will need to comply with tougher rules around hazardous air pollution. Sophia Schmidt explains ↓ bit.ly/3JhrzRF
The cleanup of a toxic landfill near homes and a recreation center in Philly's Eastwick neighborhood has hit a major milestone. via Sophia Schmidt bit.ly/3yiwEHa
Pa. is offering free air conditioning units and repairs again this summer to some residents. Sophia Schmidt explains ↓ bit.ly/3RkejjB
Less than 2% of insured Pa. properties carry flood insurance. A task force has made recommendations to make it more affordable — including new tax breaks, grants and assistance. via Sophia Schmidt bit.ly/3L9APrW
Live in Pennsylvania, New Jersey or Delaware? Don’t be fooled by these flood insurance myths ↓ via Sophia Schmidt bit.ly/3Waww5Q
Philadelphians are missing out on flood insurance discounts. The city could cash in next year. Sophia Schmidt explains ↓ bit.ly/3RVazVS
With more than a month left of summer, demand is outpacing funding for Pa.’s LIHEAP air conditioner program. “They’re making it harder … for people with disabilities and older people,” said one Philly resident. “We need help." via Sophia Schmidt bit.ly/3YkmzEl
The Philly region is facing another heat wave. Here’s what you need to know to stay safe and cool ↓ via Zoe Read, Maria Pulcinella, Susan Phillips + Sophia Schmidt bit.ly/3AiHQnO
Hydrogen-related businesses pay to network. Environmental justice advocates say those doors should be open to the public. Sophia Schmidt explains ↓ bit.ly/3LUl6NI
Tropical Storm Debby could "supercharge" a cold front and bring heavy rain and flooding to the Philly region. Here's what to know ↓ via Sophia Schmidt bit.ly/3YzEarX
As Debby moves up the East Coast, the Philly region faces threats of heavy rain, damaging wind and possible tornadoes. Here's what to know ↓ via Sophia Schmidt bit.ly/3WCFVC9
A high-profile donation from Jalen Hurts landed A/C units in several more Philly schools. But 63 still lack sufficient air conditioning, district officials say. via Sophia Schmidt bit.ly/4dlhVe8
Philly libraries are used as cooling centers during extreme heat. But nearly two dozen closed this summer due to unreliable A/C. via Sophia Schmidt bit.ly/4dGG1jC