The future of energy: Can we get to zero carbon?

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

FREE Register here Several recent reports, including from the United Nations and the U.S. government, stress the urgency of reducing carbon emissions to check the worst effects of climate change. StateImpact Pennsylvania is bringing together a distinguished panel to discuss this huge challenge and potential solutions. Join us for “The future of energy: Can we […]

Inspire Speakers Series Presents: Inspirational Stories about a Vibrant and Just Region

Elsie H. Hillman Auditorium at the Kaufmann Center 1825 Centre Ave., Pittsburgh, PA, United States

Storytelling is our way of expressing the soul of our community to one another. Stories expose our beliefs, emotions, and vulnerabilities that can resonate with people in ways that facts and statistics can’t. Stories foster empathy, remind us of what it means to be human, and challenge us to be the change we seek. Join […]

Inspire Speakers Series Presents: Inspirational Stories about a Vibrant and Just Region

Elsie H. Hillman Auditorium at the Kaufmann Center 1825 Centre Ave., Pittsburgh, PA, United States

Storytelling is our way of expressing the soul of our community to one another. Stories expose our beliefs, emotions, and vulnerabilities that can resonate with people in ways that facts and statistics can’t. Stories foster empathy, remind us of what it means to be human, and challenge us to be the change we seek. Join […]

Cafe Sci: Straw Forward

Carnegie Science Center 1 Allegheny Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

Doors 6 pm; Event 7-9 pm FREE Register here Please join us for an insightful panel discussion at Carnegie Science Center’s Café Sci! Learn more about the larger issue of plastic pollution and go behind the scenes with the team that created the art installation, Straw Forward. Straw Forward is a collaborative effort of restaurants, businesses, […]

Cafe Sci: Straw Forward

Carnegie Science Center 1 Allegheny Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

Doors 6 pm; Event 7-9 pm FREE Register here Please join us for an insightful panel discussion at Carnegie Science Center’s Café Sci! Learn more about the larger issue of plastic pollution and go behind the scenes with the team that created the art installation, Straw Forward. Straw Forward is a collaborative effort of restaurants, businesses, […]

PaMAGIC’s Fifth Annual Water Data Workshop

Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission Conference Facility 112 Washington Pl, Two Chatham Center, Suite 500, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

PaMAGIC’s Fifth Annual Water Data Workshop is entitled, “Accelerating Hydrography Modernization for PA.” Building on previous workshops, participants will see key components of the plan for modernization in the morning sessions to set the stage for afternoon breakouts in which they adjust and enhance the plans. This year’s success in getting state investments and USGS […]

PaMAGIC’s Fifth Annual Water Data Workshop

Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission Conference Facility 112 Washington Pl, Two Chatham Center, Suite 500, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

PaMAGIC’s Fifth Annual Water Data Workshop is entitled, “Accelerating Hydrography Modernization for PA.” Building on previous workshops, participants will see key components of the plan for modernization in the morning sessions to set the stage for afternoon breakouts in which they adjust and enhance the plans. This year’s success in getting state investments and USGS […]

Final days to see Straw Forward Exhibit at Science Center

Carnegie Science Center 1 Allegheny Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

WHAT: The Sustainable Pittsburgh Restaurant program will unveil its much anticipated Straw Forward™ Art Installation at Carnegie Science Center. Straw Forward demonstrates a community-wide collaborative effort to accelerate an important message about the global issue of plastic pollution--from a local perspective. The installation comprises more than 25,000 plastic straws collected from 37 Pittsburgh-based restaurants, nonprofits, […]

Final days to see Straw Forward Exhibit at Science Center

Carnegie Science Center 1 Allegheny Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

WHAT: The Sustainable Pittsburgh Restaurant program will unveil its much anticipated Straw Forward™ Art Installation at Carnegie Science Center. Straw Forward demonstrates a community-wide collaborative effort to accelerate an important message about the global issue of plastic pollution--from a local perspective. The installation comprises more than 25,000 plastic straws collected from 37 Pittsburgh-based restaurants, nonprofits, […]

Practical Lessons in Winning Public Support for Infrastructure Project

Fisher Hall at Burrell Lake Park 209 Delberta Rd, Lower Burrell, PA|PA

Let's face it - winning public support for unfunded infrastructure mandates is difficult to do.  Public officials (both elected and unelected) constantly struggle to communicate the value of infrastructure investments in a way that builds broad-based support from constituents.  This session covers the best strategies for planning and successfully engaging the public on difficult-to-win topics […]

Practical Lessons in Winning Public Support for Infrastructure Project

Fisher Hall at Burrell Lake Park 209 Delberta Rd, Lower Burrell, PA|PA

Let's face it - winning public support for unfunded infrastructure mandates is difficult to do.  Public officials (both elected and unelected) constantly struggle to communicate the value of infrastructure investments in a way that builds broad-based support from constituents.  This session covers the best strategies for planning and successfully engaging the public on difficult-to-win topics […]