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SUMMARY:Introduction to SolSmart: Helping Local Governments Offer Energy Options to Residents and Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC) \n\n\n\nSolar energy can increase energy options\, support economic development\, provide jobs\, and increase energy reliability and affordability for residents and municipalities. Local governments hold the keys to solar energy’s success\, with permitting and inspection processes playing a key role in shaping energy development in the community. In this webinar\, learn about the SolSmart program\, and how it can guide local governments through the process of streamlining their solar processes\, maintaining safety and unlocking economic and energy benefits. SolSmart is a national designation program funded by the U.S. Department of Energy that provides FREE technical assistance to local governments as they prepare to provide reliable\, equitable energy options to residents and businesses. Join IREC as they share how the national experts will tailor their assistance for what your needs are. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/introduction-to-solsmart-helping-local-governments-offer-energy-options-to-residents-and-businesses/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T140000
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SUMMARY:Continuing Clean Energy Progress Under the Trump Administration
DESCRIPTION:Join WRI for a webinar discussing the challenges and opportunities for progress on the clean energy transition. Speakers will explore trends to watch with respect to clean energy deployment\, energy efficiency\, clean energy technology innovation\, grid expansion and modernization\, clean energy manufacturing\, IRA and IIJA implementation\, rulings and decision-making at FERC\, and more. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/continuing-clean-energy-progress-under-the-trump-administration/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T144500
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SUMMARY:Glass for a Sustainable Future
DESCRIPTION:Provided by the Pennsylvania Recycling Markets Center through a partnership with the National Recycling Coalition. \n\n\n\nAs a part of the Sustainable Materials Management Webinar Series\, join this FREE webinar to learn more about the recent advances in glass physics and chemistry\, and dive into future glass technologies for a more sustainable future. \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/glass-for-a-sustainable-future/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T131500
DTSTAMP:20260524T005502
CREATED:20241206T202632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241212T151826Z
UID:22391-1734091200-1734095700@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Watts and Learn: Solar Tariffs and Inflation Reduction Act in 2025
DESCRIPTION:For the December Watts & Learn\, join for a fireside chat to discuss potential changes to the Inflation Reduction Act and solar tariffs under the new federal administration. Sharon Pillar\, PA Solar Center Founder and Executive Director\, will be joined by Becky Campbell\, Senior Director of External Affairs for Leeward Renewable Energy\, and President of the Board of Directors at the PA Solar Center.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/watts-and-learn-solar-tariffs-and-inflation-reduction-act-in-2025/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T170000
DTSTAMP:20260524T005502
CREATED:20240805T160203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T150411Z
UID:21707-1732089600-1732381200@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Sustainable PA Conference
DESCRIPTION:Provided by: Pennsylvania Municipal League \n\n\n\nJoin from November 20-22 at the Penn Stater in State College\, Pennsylvania\, for an inspiring and transformative conference that showcases the best in sustainability and resilience! This year\, we are thrilled to feature keynote speakers from the vibrant sustainable host community of State College\, PA\, who will share their groundbreaking insights and experiences. \n\n\n\nDive into interactive workshops and sessions designed to enhance your understanding of resiliency and equip you with practical skills for implementation. Expand your professional network through invaluable opportunities to connect with leading professionals and advocates in the municipal sector. \n\n\n\nExplore a variety of exhibits spotlighting innovative sustainable products and services\, and gain firsthand experience with guided tours of cutting-edge sustainable facilities in Ferguson Township and State College\, PA. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this chance to be at the forefront of sustainable development and make meaningful connections in a community dedicated to a greener future.  \n\n\n\nView event details and agenda here! \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/sustainable-pa-conference/
LOCATION:The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center\, 215 Innovation Boulevard\, State College\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241118T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T120000
DTSTAMP:20260524T005502
CREATED:20241115T132824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T133357Z
UID:22258-1731916800-1732104000@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Scenic Symposium 2024: Scenic Beauty Through Action and Advocacy
DESCRIPTION:Provided by: Scenic America and Scenic Pittsburgh \n\n\n\nJoin Scenic America and Scenic Pittsburgh for a three-day exploration of how we are creating scenic beauty through advocacy\, legislation\, and community action. Hosted at the Drury Plaza Hotel Pittsburgh Downtown\, the event will feature a full day of programming around scenic conservation\, a guided tour through Pittsburgh’s most scenic locations\, and more opportunities for networking\, education\, and brainstorming for scenic action. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/scenic-symposium-2024-scenic-beauty-through-action-and-advocacy/
LOCATION:Drury Plaza Hotel Pittsburgh Downtown\, 745 Grant St\, Pittsburgh\, Pennsylvania\, 15219
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T193000
DTSTAMP:20260524T005502
CREATED:20241028T163120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T163210Z
UID:22176-1731605400-1731612600@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Data Justice for Pittsburgh’s Black Neighborhoods: Project Launch
DESCRIPTION:Join the Black Equity Coalition’s Data Justice Working Group to explore how data can be harnessed to build power\, promote equity\, and drive meaningful change in our neighborhoods. \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/data-justice-for-pittsburghs-black-neighborhoods-project-launch/
LOCATION:The Kingsley Association\, 6435 Frankstown Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA|PA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T110000
DTSTAMP:20260524T005502
CREATED:20241031T123623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T124235Z
UID:22188-1730541600-1730545200@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Resilient Rivers: Flooding Solutions and Creative Design
DESCRIPTION:Provided by: Riverlife \n\n\n\nJoin Riverlife and a panel of experts to explore how innovative flood risk management\, ecological restoration\, and public art are shaping the future of Pittsburgh’s riverfronts. Hear from Jennifer Cristobal of the Army Corps of Engineers\, the artists of Sans Facon\, and Riverlife’s team as they discuss nature-based solutions\, resilient climate strategies\, and creative ways to connect communities with the rivers. \n\n\n\nFREE and Open to the Public \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/resilient-rivers-flooding-solutions-and-creative-design/
LOCATION:Carnegie Science Center | Science Stage\, 1 Allegheny Ave\, Pittsburgh\, 15212
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T200000
DTSTAMP:20260524T005502
CREATED:20241004T113409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T113500Z
UID:21967-1730307600-1730318400@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Environmental Justice Candidates Forum 2024
DESCRIPTION:412 Justice is hosting their 2nd annual Environmental Justice Forum.  Come out to meet and understand Candidates’ views\, strategies and priorities on Environmental Justice. \n\n\n\nAs they Confirm Candidates we will be sure to add the list here. \n\n\n\nThere will be transportation\, childcare and an interpreter (by request). So be sure to RSVP so that they can ensure accommodations for all attendees. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/environmental-justice-candidates-forum-2024/
LOCATION:Jacob Woll Pavilion – Renzihausan Park\, 2300 Eden Park Blvd.\, Mckeesport\, Pennsylvania\, 15132
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T150000
DTSTAMP:20260524T005502
CREATED:20241011T172316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T172318Z
UID:22042-1730210400-1730214000@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:ReImagine Appalachia: connecting students to our story a case study in community engagement and action
DESCRIPTION:ReImagine Appalachia\, Healing the Land and Empowering the People\, is available for educators and students to learn about how we moved from ideation to action\, and how we are moving our region forward as a leader in economic diversification and policies that benefit communities\, workers\, and the environment.  \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/reimagine-appalachia-connecting-students-to-our-story-a-case-study-in-community-engagement-and-action/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T123000
DTSTAMP:20260524T005502
CREATED:20240903T172716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T172719Z
UID:21819-1729584000-1729600200@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Pittsburgh Regional Carbon Capture Conference
DESCRIPTION:Provided by: W&J Center for Energy Policy and Management \n\n\n\nJoin industry leaders\, policymakers\, researchers\, and innovators at our upcoming carbon capture conference. This event offers a comprehensive overview of the latest advancements\, strategies\, and solutions in carbon capture\, utilization\, and storage technologies. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAttendees will have the opportunity to engage in thought-provoking discussions and network with professionals working in the carbon capture space. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned expert or new to the conversation around carbon reduction\, this conference will equip you with the knowledge\, connections\, and inspiration needed to discuss carbon capture and its impact on Appalachia. \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/pittsburgh-regional-carbon-capture-conference/
LOCATION:Washington & Jefferson College\, 60 South Lincoln Street\, Washington\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T170000
DTSTAMP:20260524T005502
CREATED:20240903T173812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T134145Z
UID:21823-1729152000-1729702800@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Climate Reality Leadership Corps
DESCRIPTION:Provided by: Climate Reality Project \n\n\n\nJoin former Vice President Al Gore and The Climate Reality Project for a special online leadership training October 17-23 and discover how together we can build a more perfect union for our nation and a better tomorrow for our planet\, powered by clean energy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/climate-reality-leadership-corps/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241013T170000
DTSTAMP:20260524T005502
CREATED:20240805T155736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240805T155738Z
UID:21703-1728547200-1728838800@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Municipal Leadership Summit
DESCRIPTION:Presented by the Pennsylvania Municipal League. \n\n\n\nElected and appointed officials from the Pennsylvania Municipal League\, the Pennsylvania State Association of Township Commissioners\, and the Pennsylvania Career Fire Chiefs Association convene for the Municipal Leadership Summit. \n\n\n\nOfficials taking part in the Summit will share resources and innovative ideas\, discuss issues of mutual concern and participate in a wide array of educational and professional development sessions designed to address the ways and means of meeting pressing challenges of municipal management and good governance. \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/municipal-leadership-summit-2/
LOCATION:Scranton\, PA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241007T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T130000
DTSTAMP:20260524T005502
CREATED:20240905T142341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T133316Z
UID:21863-1728302400-1728651600@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:2024 Commonwealth Sustainability Week
DESCRIPTION:Provided by: PA GreenGov Council and Penn State Sustainability \n\n\n\nJoin us for the fourth annual Commonwealth Sustainability Week! The week’s events will feature daily webinars\, each featuring subject matter experts followed by an open question & answer discussion providing folks the opportunity to share their questions and receive feedback in real-time. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/2024-commonwealth-sustainability-week/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240930T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241006T235959
DTSTAMP:20260524T005502
CREATED:20240918T181312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T181314Z
UID:21935-1727654400-1728259199@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Week Without Driving PGH
DESCRIPTION:Whether we live in suburban towns or city neighborhoods\, everyone in Allegheny County deserves safe\, reliable\, dignified access to the places we need to go. Across the county\, 30% of the population does not drive a car. \n\n\n\nThe Week Without Driving is a nationwide movement to link the needs of disabled individuals and people of all ages with environmental movements and accessible community planning. Together\, we will illustrate challenges and opportunities for non-drivers and call for change that improves mobility for all. \n\n\n\nJoin Pittsburghers for Public Transit\, Access Mob Pittsburgh\, BikePGH and AARP Pittsburgh in pledging to take a Week Without Driving\, and call for true mobility options for all in Allegheny County. You can participate as an individual\, organization or elected official. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/week-without-driving-pgh/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240923T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240923T200000
DTSTAMP:20260524T005502
CREATED:20240918T180042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T180251Z
UID:21930-1727118000-1727121600@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:IRA Tax Credits for Local Governments and Other Tax-Exempt Entities
DESCRIPTION:Presented by the SWPA Municipal Project Hub  \n\n\n\nPresentation and discussion of the Impact of Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Tax Credits on Local Governments and Other Tax-Exempt Entities by representatives of the United State Department of the Treasury and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania\, Governor’s Office\, Critical Investments. \n\n\n\nThe IRA’s Elective Payment provision (also called Direct Pay) creates a generationally unique funding environment for tax-exempt entities (including local governments\, school districts\, nonprofits\, faith-based organizations) considering novel and clean energy projects (solar\, geothermal\, heat pumps\, hydro). Organizations pursuing these projects – having completed them – can apply to the IRS and receive the value of the Tax Credit associated with the investment in the form of a direct check from the US Treasury. That payment could be between 30-50% of the value of the energy project. \n\n\n\nRepresentatives from the US Treasury will present this opportunity as it affects local governments and other tax-exempt entities. Representatives of the Governor’s Office\, Critical Investments will comment on plans the Commonwealth is pursuing to maximize the value of these Tax Credits in and to the Commonwealth. \n\n\n\nA Q&A and discussion period will follow the presentation. Please note that this event will be held in person and virtually. Please note your attendance type during registration. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/ira-tax-credits-for-local-governments-and-other-tax-exempt-entities/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T124500
DTSTAMP:20260524T005502
CREATED:20240822T183044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T183046Z
UID:21766-1726228800-1726231500@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Community Data Justice Collaborative Information Session
DESCRIPTION:This is an initiative of the Data Justice in Pittsburgh’s Black Neighborhoods project. Data Justice in Pittsburgh’s Black Neighborhoods is a project of the Black Equity Coalition (BEC) that aims to build decision-making power for Black Pittsburghers and those that have been most-impacted by residential segregation and disinvestment by creating public processes and public power over data as it is used\, governed\, and disseminated in the City of Pittsburgh. \n\n\n\nThe Community Data Justice Collaborative are residents nominated from the public and from community organizations that will engage in decisions that the City of Pittsburgh makes about data\, technology\, and policies that will serve as the foundation of the City’s emerging data governance process. The BEC will engage the Community Data Justice Collaborative and city data stewards in participatory activities to find consensus around how the city uses data and technology. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/community-data-justice-collaborative-information-session-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T130000
DTSTAMP:20260524T005502
CREATED:20240905T140711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T132831Z
UID:21861-1726056000-1726059600@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:RISE PA: A Game Changer for Industry and Union Labor in Pennsylvania
DESCRIPTION:Join Evergreen Action\, Ohio River Valley Institute\, PA DEP\, Conservation Voters of PA\, and labor and industry groups to discuss a game-changing Pennsylvania pollution reduction program that will create upward of 6\,000 new jobs! You’ll hear from: \n\n\n\n\n– Louie Krak\, Infrastructure Implementation Coordinator\, PA Department of Environmental Protection\n\n\n\n– Rob Bair\, President\, PA Building and Construction Trades Council\n\n\n\n– Katie Blume\, Political and Legislative Director\, Conservation Voters of Pennsylvania\n\n\n\n– Jeff Mauk\, Director\, Policy Network\, Eastern Region\, CERES\n\n\n\n– Joanne Kilgour\, Executive Director\, Ohio River Valley Institute\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nBy tackling the state’s biggest source of climate pollution\, RISE PA will make sure Pennsylvania residents experience improved air quality\, along with more good-paying job opportunities. But to effectively do so\, potential applicants need to start thinking now about their application and potential partners. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to learn more about RISE PA and how it will help businesses and communities like yours thrive. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/rise-pa-a-game-changer-for-industry-and-union-labor-in-pennsylvania/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240909T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240909T140000
DTSTAMP:20260524T005502
CREATED:20240906T140559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T140559Z
UID:21879-1725886800-1725890400@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Skyrocketing PJM Capacity Market Prices: What Happened and How Can We Fix It?
DESCRIPTION:At the end of July\, power grid operator PJM experienced record-high costs to secure the electric grid capacity needed to ensure stable operations. Prices spiked\, yielding a 9-fold cost increase for the 13-state territory\, saddling consumers with a $15 billion bill for 2025-2026. These record costs for capacity expose serious implications for the reliability of the system\, as well as increasing costs for all electricity consumers. \n\n\n\nGet the real story on the drivers behind the price spike\, including the difficulty in bringing new capacity online in the PJM region and the lack of reliability from natural gas generation. We’ll cover the interconnection queue\, fossil vs. renewable energy sources for reliability\, transition planning\, and related FERC orders (1920\, 2222\, 2023) to help you understand what’s happening and what steps can be taken to solve this challenge. \n\n\n\nFeaturing:  \n\n\n\n\n–Jon Gordon\, Director\, Advanced Energy United \n\n\n\n–Tom Rutigliano\, Senior Advocate\, Climate & Energy\, NRDC\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/skyrocketing-pjm-capacity-market-prices-what-happened-and-how-can-we-fix-it/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240831T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240901T160000
DTSTAMP:20260524T005502
CREATED:20240724T182205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240724T182205Z
UID:21574-1725098400-1725206400@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Organizing 101 and Direct Action Training - PART 2
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow community justice and MOVEMENT members/LEADERS from across Southwest PA for a two-day intensive training on Organizing and Direct action to make change! Partake in a hands-on learning environment to empower leaders with tools\, techniques\, innovations and old-school best practices to generate deep community engagement. \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/organizing-101-and-direct-action-training-part-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T124500
DTSTAMP:20260524T005502
CREATED:20240822T182235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T183137Z
UID:21761-1724414400-1724417100@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Community Data Justice Collaborative Information Session
DESCRIPTION:This is an initiative of the Data Justice in Pittsburgh’s Black Neighborhoods project. Data Justice in Pittsburgh’s Black Neighborhoods is a project of the Black Equity Coalition (BEC) that aims to build decision-making power for Black Pittsburghers and those that have been most-impacted by residential segregation and disinvestment by creating public processes and public power over data as it is used\, governed\, and disseminated in the City of Pittsburgh. \n\n\n\nThe Community Data Justice Collaborative are residents nominated from the public and from community organizations that will engage in decisions that the City of Pittsburgh makes about data\, technology\, and policies that will serve as the foundation of the City’s emerging data governance process. The BEC will engage the Community Data Justice Collaborative and city data stewards in participatory activities to find consensus around how the city uses data and technology. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/community-data-justice-collaborative-information-session/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T150000
DTSTAMP:20260524T005502
CREATED:20240718T173249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T152307Z
UID:21564-1724335200-1724338800@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:How Cities Can Take Advantage of Direct Pay
DESCRIPTION:The Inflation Reduction Act provides tax incentives for the production of and investment in clean energy through a tax credit monetization called elective pay\, also known as “direct pay.” For the first time\, these clean energy tax benefits are available to entities that have been historically excluded from claiming them—such as state and local governments\, nonprofit organizations\, and other tax-exempt entities like schools\, hospitals\, places of worship\, and many more.Lawyers for Good Government have recently launched the Clean Energy Tax Navigator\, a project-specific tool to help tax-exempt entities learn about elective pay eligibility and requirements.Local government officials and decision-makers are encouraged to register for an upcoming webinar on August 22nd at 2 PM EST to learn about the tool and ways to weave various funding sources to maximize clean energy project financing. \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/how-cities-can-take-advantage-of-direct-pay/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T190000
DTSTAMP:20260524T005502
CREATED:20240801T162533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240801T162539Z
UID:21656-1723658400-1723662000@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Economic Policy IS Environmental Policy - An Intro to Sustainable Economics
DESCRIPTION:PennFuture is embarking on projects that connect economic development and environmental issues in order to promote a healthy economy\, healthy communities\, and a healthy environment. This webinar introduces this work and breaks down our recently released report “Economic Policy is Environmental Policy: Prioritizing Environmental Progress in Pennsylvania’s Department of Community and Economic Development”. This report outlines the ways that the DCED can be leveraged to support Pennsylvania’s transition to clean energy and how that transition can improve quality of life for communities and create family-sustaining jobs for workers. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/economic-policy-is-environmental-policy-an-intro-to-sustainable-economics/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240801T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240801T150000
DTSTAMP:20260524T005502
CREATED:20240726T115636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240726T115636Z
UID:21610-1722499200-1722524400@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Watt Works? Industrial Process Electrification Summit
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to dive into the world of industrial process electrification? Join us at the Watt Works? Industrial Process Electrification Summit where experts in the field will share their knowledge and insights\, as well as technology providers will showcase the latest in this field. This in-person event will take place on Thursday August 1\, 2024 at DLC Woods Run Campus. Get ready to learn\, network\, and be inspired by the possibilities of electrifying industrial processes. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to be part of the electrification revolution! \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/watt-works-industrial-process-electrification-summit/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T113000
DTSTAMP:20260524T005502
CREATED:20240712T125145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240712T150508Z
UID:21553-1721125800-1721129400@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Cutting Costs and Emissions: Inflation Reduction Act Webinar featuring Rep. Houlahan
DESCRIPTION:Join this virtual event to hear from special guest speaker Congresswoman Houlahan along with other panelists on how the funds from the Inflation Reduction Act are bringing a whole range of benefits to Pennsylvanians\, including of course solar energy. We will be learning more about how these funds will be implemented through the Pennsylvania Energy Development Authority\, what that will mean for solar projects around the state\, as well as an in-depth look at how YOU can access tax credits to both save money and help protect our environment! \n\n\n\nCo-sponsors: Conservation Voters of PA\, Pennfuture\, PennEnvironment\, Reimagine Appalachia \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/cutting-costs-and-emissions-inflation-reduction-act-webinar-featuring-special-rep-houlahan/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T170000
DTSTAMP:20260524T005502
CREATED:20240626T201300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T201303Z
UID:21488-1719648000-1719680400@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Open Streets Pittsburgh - The Historic Hill District to Northside
DESCRIPTION:This event series is organized by Bike Pittsburgh\, a non-profit organization that works on behalf of the Pittsburgh community to transform our streets and communities into vibrant\, healthy places by making them safe and accessible for everyone to bike and walk. \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/open-streets-pittsburgh-the-historic-hill-district-to-northside/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240530T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240530T210000
DTSTAMP:20260524T005502
CREATED:20240418T144219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T144741Z
UID:21115-1717088400-1717102800@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Ignite Environmental Justice (Monongahela Valley)
DESCRIPTION:New Sun Rising and RiverWise invite you to receive support designing and pitching your community project.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nDo you or your community envision a project that could improve health\, climate resilience\, and/or economic opportunity?  Nonprofits\, municipal leaders\, and residents in Allegheny or Beaver County are encouraged to get support by attending an Ignite EJ workshop.  Participants will be better informed about how Environmental Justice relates to their community project and accessing federal Justice 40 grants\, while receiving support to develop and communicate their project plan. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe Environmental Justice designation identifies communities that are considered disadvantaged due to exceeding the burden thresholds established in one or more of the following areas: climate change\, energy\, health\, housing\, legacy pollution\, transportation\, waste & wastewater\, and workforce development\, and an associated socioeconomic burden. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nParticipants will be better informed about how Justice 40 and Environmental Justice relates to their community project as well as how to prepare for government funding opportunities. Learn more about our Justice 40 Opportunity Navigator and EJ census tracts in Allegheny and Beaver County here. \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/ignite-environmental-justice-3/
LOCATION:TBD
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T210000
DTSTAMP:20260524T005502
CREATED:20240418T143214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T144642Z
UID:21105-1716397200-1716411600@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Ignite Environmental Justice (Ohio Valley)
DESCRIPTION:New Sun Rising and RiverWise invite you to receive support designing and pitching your community project. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nDo you or your community envision a project that could improve health\, climate resilience\, and/or economic opportunity?  Nonprofits\, municipal leaders\, and residents in Beaver County are encouraged to get support by attending an Ignite EJ workshop.  Participants will be better informed about how Environmental Justice relates to their community project and accessing federal Justice 40 grants\, while receiving support to develop and communicate their project plan. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe Environmental Justice designation identifies communities that are considered disadvantaged due to exceeding the burden thresholds established in one or more of the following areas: climate change\, energy\, health\, housing\, legacy pollution\, transportation\, waste & wastewater\, and workforce development\, and an associated socioeconomic burden. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nParticipants will be better informed about how Justice 40 and Environmental Justice relates to their community project as well as how to prepare for government funding opportunities. Learn more about our Justice 40 Opportunity Navigator and EJ census tracts in Beaver County here. \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/ignite-environmental-justice-2/
LOCATION:Whitted Media Content House\, 507 Seventh Avenue\, Beaver Falls\, Pennsylvania\, 15010
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T140000
DTSTAMP:20260524T005502
CREATED:20240514T154518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T154520Z
UID:21307-1716382800-1716386400@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Building Up Heat Pump Contractor Networks: Lessons Learned from Massachusetts\, Maine\, and New York
DESCRIPTION:Easy access to qualified contractors is key to scaling up residential heat pump use. In New Jersey and Pennsylvania\, it can be very difficult for consumers – even those highly committed to transitioning to high-efficiency\, electric heating – to find a knowledgeable and skilled contractor.How can we transform the market to address this problem\, especially as Pennsylvania rolls out its Home Electrification & Appliance Rebates and demand grows? We can start by learning from neighboring states who have made impressive headway on electrification.Join the Energy Efficiency Alliance for a webinar featuring speakers with expertise on New York’s\, Maine’s\, and Massachusetts’s residential contractor programs. They will speak to successes won and obstacles overcome in their programs\, sharing lessons learned that other states can draw upon to formulate plans that work for them. \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/building-up-heat-pump-contractor-networks-lessons-learned-from-massachusetts-maine-and-new-york/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T130000
DTSTAMP:20260524T005502
CREATED:20240111T213546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T213748Z
UID:20244-1715860800-1715864400@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn Series 2024: Your Health and Your Environment
DESCRIPTION:Organizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/lunch-and-learn-series-2024-your-health-and-your-environment-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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