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FORGE A BETTER FUTURE, FOR ALL

Sustainable Pittsburgh empowers decision-making that builds a fundamentally equitable, resilient, healthy, and prosperous region.


Nearly 1,000

Organizations engaged
since 2014


37

Companies representing more than $150 billion in total revenues, hosted via the CEOs for Sustainability Roundtable


250+

Designated shops, restaurants , and workplaces


4.1 Million

Residents in certified sustainable communities

WHAT WE DO

We open opportunities to encourage peer-to-peer learning and knowledge-sharing among decision makers in the business and municipal sectors.

We create frameworks, tools, and resources for organizations to track, measure, and earn recognition for their sustainability progress. 

And we take targeted action to address urgent and emerging sustainability issues.


KEY TOPICS

Social Equity

Social equity is fundamental to creating sustainable communities and organizations. Learn how to advance your organization or community’s progress on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

See progress in social equity

Carbon Reduction

Climate change is one of the most important sustainability issues of our time. Learn about our region’s key priorities and next steps. 

See progress in carbon reduction

SUSTAINABILITY NEWS & OTHER HIGHLIGHTS

AI Data Centers: What They Mean For Our Region And Why Action Matters Now

January 20, 2026

From Vision to Strategy: Sustainability Practitioners Help Shape Allegheny County’s Climate Action Plan

December 16, 2025

2025 CEOS for Sustainability C-Suite Summit

November 26, 2025

Clean Energy Workforce Roundtable Explores Cleantech Clusters in Southwestern Pennsylvania

November 20, 2025
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GET STARTED

Whether your organization is new to sustainability or more advanced, through our designation programs we offer a step by step process to evaluate your business, organization, or community’s sustainability performance. Additionally we can connect you with robust networks around the region to share information and resources.

Take Action
Toolkits & Case Studies

Recognition Programs:
your Pathway to Progress

Earn designation as a Sustainable Pittsburgh Shop, Restaurant, or Workplace or as a Sustainable Pennsylvania Community. The term “Workplaces” serves as an umbrella for business, nonprofits, and other institutions that are not a shop or restaurant.

Get recognized
Sprints
Participating organizations

Benefits for Businesses & Organizations

  • Opens new marketing opportunities
  • Attracts more satisfied customers and employees
  • Helps strengthen the bottom line

Benefits for Municipalities

  • Take actions that can help save taxpayer dollars
  • Conserve resources
  • Foster a vibrant community
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