Run for Office: Know Campaign Finance Rules

LGA Online

Presented by Local Government Academy and Sustainable Pittsburgh Run for Office will position you to be the change agent you want to see! Held virtually, the Saturday sessions will feature subject matter experts and elected officials sharing their expertise and providing peer-to-peer interaction. Know Campaign Finance Rules: You must follow the rules when raising money […]

Run for Office: Build Your Base

LGA Online

Presented by Local Government Academy and Sustainable Pittsburgh Run for Office will position you to be the change agent you want to see! Held virtually, the Saturday sessions will feature subject matter experts and elected officials sharing their expertise and providing peer-to-peer interaction. Use Digital Media Effectively: In the age of COVID-19, you need all […]

Run for Office: Build Your Base

LGA Online

Presented by Local Government Academy and Sustainable Pittsburgh Run for Office will position you to be the change agent you want to see! Held virtually, the Saturday sessions will feature subject matter experts and elected officials sharing their expertise and providing peer-to-peer interaction. Use Digital Media Effectively: In the age of COVID-19, you need all […]

Run for Office: Refine Your Message and Market Yourself

LGA Online

Presented by Local Government Academy and Sustainable Pittsburgh Run for Office will position you to be the change agent you want to see! Held virtually, the Saturday sessions will feature subject matter experts and elected officials sharing their expertise and providing peer-to-peer interaction. Refine your Message and Market Yourself: What is your platform? What are […]

Run for Office: Refine Your Message and Market Yourself

LGA Online

Presented by Local Government Academy and Sustainable Pittsburgh Run for Office will position you to be the change agent you want to see! Held virtually, the Saturday sessions will feature subject matter experts and elected officials sharing their expertise and providing peer-to-peer interaction. Refine your Message and Market Yourself: What is your platform? What are […]

Tools and Tactics for Workplace Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Virtual

Provided by: Sustainable Pittsburgh, CEOs for Sustainability, and Vibrant Pittsburgh Attendees will learn about opportunities to advance DE&I in their workplaces with hands-on resources like the Vibrant Index, Leading Forward Roadmap, and Global Diversity & Inclusion Benchmarks. They will also hear from a panel of chief diversity officers at leading local businesses who will share […]

Tools and Tactics for Workplace Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Virtual

Provided by: Sustainable Pittsburgh, CEOs for Sustainability, and Vibrant Pittsburgh Attendees will learn about opportunities to advance DE&I in their workplaces with hands-on resources like the Vibrant Index, Leading Forward Roadmap, and Global Diversity & Inclusion Benchmarks. They will also hear from a panel of chief diversity officers at leading local businesses who will share […]

Advancing Your Organization's Carbon-Reduction Goals

Virtual

Presented by: Sustainable Pittsburgh, CEOs for Sustainability, and Chatham University's Falk School of Sustainability and Environment Reducing your organization’s carbon emissions can cut energy costs; build your brand’s reputation with employees, customers, and other stakeholders; spur innovation; and even increase your bottom line — all while helping to address the climate crisis. So how do […]

2021 CEOs for Sustainability C-Suite Summit

Phipps Conservatory & Botanical Gardens One Schenley Park, PA, United States

Hosted by: CEOs for Sustainability and Sustainable Pittsburgh Wednesday, November 10, 2021 9-11 am ET: Virtual C-Suite Summit 4:30-6:30 pm ET: Optional in-person tour of Oxford Development’s 3 Crossings in the Strip District, followed by happy hour a short walk away (with COVID-19 safety protocols in place) Event Description: Building on the Leading Forward priorities […]

Embodied Carbon: Why It Matters for Your Carbon-Reduction Strategy

Virtual

Presented by Sustainable Pittsburgh and CEOs for Sustainability You have a handle on the greenhouse gas emissions associated with your organization’s operations, and maybe you’ve even inventoried them as a basis for your carbon-reduction strategy. But what about emissions generated over the life cycle of the buildings you operate from? How about emissions generated over […]

Tapping Opportunities in the Circular Economy

Virtual

Provided by: Sustainable Pittsburgh and CEOs for Sustainability The world consumed record high levels of virgin materials in 2021, even as reuse and recycling rates remain stagnant. In addition to polluting our air, soil, and waterways, the throwaway economy deepens social inequity through low wages and environmental costs borne mostly by marginalized communities. The opportunity […]

Innovative CEOs Enabling and Expanding Decarbonization

David L Lawrence Convention Center

Presented by: Sustainable Pittsburgh and CEOs for Sustainability as a part of the Global Clean Energy Action Forum The Global Clean Energy Action Forum is proud to host over 115 side events where Ministers, government stakeholders, companies, organizations, and other members of the clean energy community will come together to advance the critical work of […]

Advancing Social Equity in your Workplace

Virtual

Diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces and communities are crucial for achieving a sustainable region where all people can access the opportunities and resources they need to thrive. Workplaces that promote social equity through their operations and practices can better attract and retain top talent and foster innovation than their peers. Join Sustainable Pittsburgh, Vibrant Pittsburgh, […]

SCDN Policy Connection: Environmental Justice

Virtual

Presented by: Sustainable Pittsburgh The federal government has activated several new programs to address environmental justice and ensure benefits flow to disadvantaged communities. Join Sustainable Pittsburgh and the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Economic Impact & Diversity to learn more about new and existing resources available for local governments to advance environmental justice and […]

Igniting Change for a Better Tomorrow - Celebrating 25 Years with Sustainable Pittsburgh

Kimpton Hotel Monaco Pittsburgh 620 William Penn Place, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

Join Sustainable Pittsburgh for an evening of celebration as we mark 25 years of impact and honor those who help make our work possible. At Sustainable Pittsburgh, we empower decision-making that builds a fundamentally equitable, resilient, healthy, and prosperous region. We envision a thriving region where stakeholders are connected, sustainability knowledge is shared and applied, […]

SCDN Policy Connection: Clean Energy Opportunities for Local Governments

Virtual

Presented by: Sustainable Pittsburgh Featured presentations will be given by the PA Solar Center and their G.E.T. Solar Communities program, which offers technical assistance and financial guidance for local governments that want to learn more about going solar. The Great Plains Institute will present on SolSmart, a designation program that offers technical assistance for solar […]

SCDN Policy Connection: Activating Municipal Sustainability Teams to Attract Funding

Virtual

Presented by: Sustainable Pittsburgh Event Description: Recent federal programs authorized by the Inflation Reduction Act and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act are prioritizing applications submitted by “teams” to maximize the scope, reach and level of ambition of projects. In the same spirit, Pennsylvania’s proposed budget includes a significant increase to the Municipal Assistance Program which […]

Dine with a Purpose

Casbah Mediterranean Kitchen & Wine Bar 229 S Highland Ave, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Through a unique partnership with Casbah, we are able to offer a limited number of seats for Sustainable Pittsburgh supporters to come and enjoy a chef-curated, four-course meal and an opportunity to talk with Joylette Portlock, Sustainable Pittsburgh’s Executive Director. Join us, and hear the latest on our work to empower decision-making that builds a […]

$150

2023 CEOs for Sustainability C-Suite Summit

Energy Innovation Center 1435 Bedford Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

Bold goals and urgent action. Join the CEOs for Sustainability executive network as they host their annual C-Suite Summit on Wednesday, November 15 at the Energy Innovation Center. This year’s gathering will feature business leaders highlighting their companies’ sustainability progress and actions to address climate risks, support communities, and build the regional energy economy of […]

$50

Giving Tuesday

A day that celebrates generosity locally and around the world, Giving Tuesday is a great day to support Sustainable Pittsburgh and help create a more equitable, resilient, healthy, and prosperous region. If you make your gift on or before Giving Tuesday, November 28, you will be entered into a drawing for a complimentary, private, docent-led tour of […]

SCDN Policy Connection: Activating Carbon-Emissions Reduction Through Energy Efficiency Strategies

Virtual

Event Overview: Join Sustainable Pittsburgh, the Energy Efficiency Alliance, and Franklin Energy for the SCDN Policy Connection: Activating Carbon-Emissions Reduction through Energy Efficiency Strategies webinar on Tuesday, December 5th to learn more about how energy efficiency can benefit buildings, transportation, industry, and other sectors through cost savings, improved health, electricity reliability, and meaningful carbon-emissions reductions. […]

SCDN Policy Connection: Exploring Sustainable Transportation Options and Opportunities

Virtual

Transportation issues impact many aspects of businesses and neighborhoods, from getting to work or school, shipping and receiving goods, and fostering an attractive community or workplace. With innovative transportation solutions that reduce carbon, such as ridesharing, bicycle infrastructure, and fleet efficiency opportunities, knowing what resources and options are available requires insight from experience. Join Sustainable […]

SCDN Policy Connection: Unlocking Sustainable Procurement Strategies

Virtual

An effective procurement strategy contributes to the overall financial health, operational efficiency, and strategic positioning of local governments, businesses, and organizations. Sustainable procurement practices deliver consistent financial, social and environmental benefits to multiple stakeholders while future-proofing and de-risking supply chain and resource constraints.  Join Sustainable Pittsburgh and guest speakers to learn about actionable resources that […]

SCDN Policy Connection: Cultivating Community Green Spaces: A Practical Approach for Municipalities

Virtual

In any community, green spaces are essential for enhancing quality of life, improving health, fostering social cohesion, promoting economic development, and safeguarding the environment for present and future generations. Through sustainable conservation efforts, local governments can protect and expand green spaces that play a crucial role in creating sustainable, healthy, and vibrant communities. Join Sustainable […]

SCDN Policy Connection: Climate Action Planning - Resources and Funding Opportunities

Virtual

Event Description:  Climate action plans provide both a structured framework and strategies to help local governments mitigate and adapt to climate change impacts. There are numerous benefits enabled by climate action, including workforce development opportunities, enhanced public health and quality of life, cost savings, and reputable regional leadership. When effectively implemented, climate action plans strengthen […]

SCDN Policy Connection: Leveraging Direct Pay for Capital Improvement Projects

Virtual

Climate action plans are a critical first step for municipalities, but successful implementation is just as important. Energy production and investments play a key role in bringing these plans to life. The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) offers significant support through clean energy tax credits, helping to fund capital improvement projects. In fact, for the first […]

Giving Tuesday

Will you make an investment in our region? We are proud of the impact we’ve made, but we need your support to continue this important work. With your help, now, when the need has never been more urgent, we can forge a better future, for all. Please consider supporting Sustainable Pittsburgh this #GivingTuesday, December 3.

Dine with a Purpose

Scratch & Co. 1720 Lowrie Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

Join us for a special dinner on December 5 from 5:30 pm-8:30 pm to celebrate another amazing year of accomplishments and to bid a fond farewell to our Executive Director, Joylette Portlock, who will leave the organization at the end of the year.Hosted at Scratch & Co. – a Silver designated Sustainable Pittsburgh Restaurant – the event […]

$165