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Efforts to work toward sustainability have paid off for the Borough
In Media Borough, sustainability efforts undertaken by the borough government — and the community at large — appear to be paying off.
The borough said in December that it received a “silver” level of certification through the Sustainable Pennsylvania program, which recognizes municipalities that are taking steps to conserve resources for future generations while still meeting current residents’ needs.
Media’s certification acknowledges the borough’s progress in areas such as community design and land use, energy efficiency, health and wellness, intergovernmental cooperation, recycling and waste reduction, fiscal controls, and internal management and operations.
Borough Council President Mark Paikoff said one example is Media’s Sustainable Storefronts program, which recognizes local businesses that adopt environmentally friendly practices like offering biodegradable carryout boxes.
“This work reflects Media’s long-standing commitment to saving taxpayer dollars, using resources wisely and balancing economic needs with environmental responsibility,” Paikoff said.
Other Delaware County municipalities that have received a silver-level certification include Chadds Ford, Newtown, Radnor and Swarthmore. Haverford Township has a gold-level certification, while Edgemont and Upper Chichester have earned bronze.
