These projects are improving Philadelphian's lives in their local neighborhoods.  For example, Philadelphia’s streets produce a lot of polluted stormwater runoff.  The “green streets” projects are designed to manage this stormwater and minimize the amount of pollutants that reach our waterways during rain storms.  

 

These projects reduce flash flooding from the more severe storms and increase the safety and walkability of our streets and beautify our city.  

 

Here are a few specifics:

• The bump-outs with trees and plants improve pedestrian and bicycle safety 

• Stormwater tree trenches and planters create lush streetscapes.

• Green street practices improve air quality and minimize the urban heat island effect by reducing pavement and adding greenery.