Article originally published in the Philadelphia Business Journal on October 26, 2015
Green Justice Philly, a coalition of environmental groups advocating for a “green Philadelphia,” officially launched Oct. 14 with a rally outside the city’s Municipal Services Building with great fanfare. Their objective is to stop further environmental permitting and investment in the crude oil refining and natural gas processing industry.
Perhaps GJP does not recognize that in addition to gasoline, jet fuel and home heating oil, the petrochemicals derived from crude oil and natural gas are utilized in the manufacture of plastics, pharmaceuticals and medical devices. In addition, petrochemicals are used to produce lightweight components of autos and aircraft, paints and coatings, fibers used in clothing, and many thousands of commonly used consumer products. Petrochemicals are also used in the manufacture of high-tech materials used in bulletproof vests and clothing to protect firefighters. Products derived from crude oil and natural gas are ubiquitous to life.
Quoting from the Green Justice Philly website, “Philadelphia will not be a sacrifice zone for corporate profit! Join us for the launch of our campaign to stop the dirty fossil fuel hub and demand a just, sustainable, green jobs economy for our region. … Join Green Justice Philly as we launch our new coalition and make sure Philadelphia’s decision-makers know we want a just and sustainable future for our city!”
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