Buildings are responsible for a large percentage greenhouse gas operational emissions nationally. Penn State and the Commonwealth are partnering to advance sustainable building education, with a goal of improving building […]
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GreenGov Council & Penn State Sustainability Institute Webinar Series: Sustainable Transportation – PA Turnpike
The PA Turnpike was the first of its kind and received nationwide acclaim as an engineering marvel. It was touted as America’s First Superhighway when it opened on October 1, […]
GreenGov Council & Penn State Sustainability Institute Webinar Series: Encouraging Sustainable Behavior with Sustainable Pittsburgh
Sustainable Pittsburgh was established in 1998 and has been advancing the goals of equity, environmental and economic success in Southwestern Pennsylvania ever since. Learn how Sustainable Pittsburgh works to encourage […]
GreenGov Council & Penn State Sustainability Institute Webinar Series: Climate & Environmental Health
The Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) has been doing a significant amount of work recently around environmental health, environmental justice, and the impact of a changing climate on health. Learn […]
GreenGov Council & Penn State Sustainability Institute Webinar Series: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle - Repair Cafes
Repair Cafes are gaining momentum! These Cafés provide a community response and engagement that is helping to address our “throw-away” culture. Hear about Pennsylvania’s first Repair Café and how the […]
Life Without Lead Summit
Join for an exciting day at the Life Without Lead Summit! This event is your chance to learn, connect, and take action for a lead-safe future in Allegheny County. Hear […]