COVID-19

I’m going to read a list of racial and ethnic identities, please tell me which best describe(s) you? Check all that apply. (Q53 Sp2020)

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Digital Equity before and after COVID-19

Utility Company Calling Script

Hi, my name is ________________. I’m a researcher with Drexel University in Philadelphia. I’m conducting a survey of utility company responses to the COVID-19 pandemic. I’m calling to see if there is someone in your company that could answer a...Read more

How has the COVID-19 pandemic impacted your employment? Check all that apply (Q8)

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Bicameral Utility Access Letter

This letter was signed by 100 members of Congress and urges party leaders to institute a utility shutoff moratorium that would last for at least six months beyond the end date of the national state of emergency.Read more

Philly schools spending $11M on computers to be used during coronavirus closures; Comcast CEO, family donating $5M

After the COVID-19 pandemic shuts down Philadelphia, the school district tries to purchase enough computers to supply a computer to every student. After the initial shut down the Philadelphia school district makes moves to bring equity of education to all primary and secondary students.Read more

Have you ever had to choose between paying your utility bills and paying other bills such as rent, groceries, phone bill, etc.? (Q34)

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If yes to Q21 What did you do to address these disruptions? (Q21B)

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Proposed Settlement Reached to Determine FY2022 and FY2023 Water, Wastewater, and Stormwater Rates

This artifact, created by the Philadelphia Water Department, is an explanation for the general public regarding PWD's settlement for the proposed rate increase (2021).

Along with lowering the proposed rate increase, the Public Advocate also propose a series of agreements related to...Read more

Home as Refuge, Fewer Reusables, Less Privacy: The Consumer Trends Emerging From Coronavirus Lockdowns

This article posted on the Wall Street Journal takes a timely look at global consumer trends since the start of Coronavirus Lockdown. The information summarized discusses emerging trends such as activism, pride, and mobility that are heavily influencing how consumers are shopping as...Read more