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10 Tips To Green Your Trip To Philadelphia

1. Take Amtrak. Arriving by train is a great alternative to driving or flying.

2. Use public transportation to get around.

3. Walk. Philadelphia's downtown is very compact and great for pedestrians.

4. Rent a bike. Another great, zero-emission way to explore the city.

5. Stay at a hotel in Center City, minimizing your need to get in a car.

6. Conserve energy in your hotel room — turn off lights/electronics and reuse towels/sheets.

7. Eat at restaurants that source their ingredients from local farms.

8. Drink beer and wine from Philadelphia's amazing local craft breweries and wineries.

9. Shop at independent businesses that sell wares from local designers.

10. Minimize waste. Bring reusable water bottles and reusable bags.

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For more information about green businesses in Philadelphia, visit the Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia.

Top 10 Ways to Go Green in Philadelphia

It's easy to green your visit to Philadelphia

It’s easy being green in Philadelphia, where emerging as a leader in the global move toward sustainability has become a citizen-fueled priority.

Whether it’s eating at a restaurant that sources its fare from local farmers, or drinking at a bar that proudly serves locally brewed beers, or exploring the extremely compact downtown on foot, or shopping at one of the area’s many amazing farmers’ markets, or visiting one of the largest urban park systems in the world, there are countless ways to green your visit to Philadelphia.

Below are just a few ideas to help get you started.