The organization was established in 1964 and has since grown into a leading community development intermediary.
Culture + Values
Environment + Sustainability
2050 Carbon Neutrality
City of Philadelphia's Commitment
The city aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across all sectors by 2050.
50% Reduction
Philadelphia 2030 District Goal
The district targets a 50% reduction in energy use, water consumption, and transportation-related emissions from the building sector by 2030.
-0.2 kg CO2/m²/year
Net-Zero Residency Achievement
A Philadelphia residential project achieved net-zero energy balance with ultra-low emissions through demand reduction, recycled materials, mass timber, and on-site PV.
25% Exceedance
ASHRAE 90.1 Baseline
A housing authority headquarters project exceeded the ASHRAE 90.1 energy efficiency baseline by over 25% using advanced insulation, glazing, LED lighting, and VRF heat pump systems.
