Keep Philadelphia Beautiful has teamed up with community organizations in a campaign to keep smokers conscientious about their butts. KPB is supporting groups like Old City District, University City District and http://www.manayunk.com/, conducting research on cigarette litter and providing education and awareness programs. The campaign started in July and will continue through the summer, and is also receiving assistance by Fairmount Park and Streets Department.
Often both visible and ignored, cigarette butts make up a considerable portion of litter. “Cigarette butts,” according to a media advisory by KPB, “are the most-littered item in America, representing nearly 30% of waste collected in clean-up initiatives.”
For more information, contact Keep Philadelphia Beautiful at (215) 477-0235.
