Sustainable Pittsburgh
Provided by the University of PittsburghThe Racial Equity Collaboratory at the University of Pittsburgh serves as an online central repository for social justice and race-related research. It enhances race-based research and fosters connections between internal and external researchers, scholars, and community partners. As a strategic hub, it brings together faculty, staff, students, and community partners to […]
Join Sustainable Pittsburgh for a timely webinar on the recent federal policy changes and funding opportunities impacting local sustainability efforts. With the freeze on federal funding lifted at this time, Pennsylvania stands to regain access to critical resources. However, uncertainty remains as new executive orders and pending legislation continue to shape the federal landscape. This […]
Provided by City & State Pennsylvania The Pennsylvania Energy Summit brings together state and local government officials, energy industry leaders, policymakers, and sustainability advocates to explore the future of energy in Pennsylvania. The summit focuses on addressing critical energy challenges, sharing innovative solutions, and discussing the role of renewable energy, energy efficiency, and policy frameworks […]
Provided by Pittsburgh Earth Day The 10th Annual Sustainable Business Breakfast, part of the Green Voice Speaker Series, invites thought leaders to explore the intersection of the environment, politics, and business. This year’s theme, “Transition: The Environment, Politics, and Business,” will feature an esteemed panel of experts, moderated by Grant Ervin, Vice President of External Affairs […]
Pittsburgh is undergoing significant changes, and for the first time ever, our city is creating one comprehensive plan encompassing all 90 neighborhoods. This presents a unique opportunity for us to ensure these changes benefit everyone. At this gathering, we'll explore what a "Just Transition" means for our communities: During the event, you'll have the chance […]
Provided by: Green Building Alliance This workshop will look at common risks such as extreme heat, precipitation, flood, drought, wildfires and poor air quality, and see examples of resilient buildings in communities at similar risk. Participants in this workshop will walk away with a self-constructed toolkit to assist in advocacy for more energy efficient and […]
Provided by: City of Pittsburgh Earlier this year, the City began efforts to establish a Hazard Mitigation Plan to address a wide range of threats like fires, train accidents and landslides. In light of last week’s storm and as a result of the Mayor’s Executive Order, that effort will now be expanded to account for […]
Presented by: Green Building Alliance Explore regional examples of EMS buildings leading the way in resilience. Through their stories, learn how renewable energy installations, energy-efficient upgrades, and sustainable design can reduce utility and operational costs, create healthier environments for first responders, and help emergency buildings better serve their communities by becoming more self-sufficient and disaster-ready.
Provided by SWPA Municipal Project Hub This webinar will cover the requirement that large projects utilizing the Community Benefits Bonus have a commitment to a Community Benefits Agreement – speakers will explain the difference between a plan and an agreement and how to meet the requirement. This webinar is specifically designed for medium and large […]
Provided by the University of Pittsburgh In this webinar, attendees will hear from leading industry experts: Dr. Kris Ramanadhan, former Vice President ExxonMobil China, Albrecht Powell, Managing Director, Data and Applied Intelligence at Accenture, and Dr. Ravi Madhavan, Professor at the University of Pittsburgh. This webinar will consist of a collaborative discussion on the latest […]
Organized by: ReImagine Jobs, Geek Art/Green Innovators, New Sun Rising, Communitopia, involveMINT, The Climate Reality Project, The Breathe Project, and The League of Women Voters of Pennsylvania Citizen Education Fund At Solar Punk Future 2025, attendees will immerse themselves in a dynamic fusion of interactive art exhibits, mesmerizing performances, thought-provoking discussions, and a sustainability-focused job fair. Whether you’re an eco-enthusiast, a tech […]
Presented by Green Building Alliance Join Green Building Alliance and an outstanding roster of speakers May 29 at the Spartan Community Center, as they explore the stories and strategies of regional leaders who are building community resilience, modernizing the built environment, strengthening social networks, and constructing healthy, vibrant, and significant spaces where people can thrive. […]
Presented by Green Building Alliance Local nonprofits, neighborhood developers, and residents are leading the way in resilience by adapting infrastructure, improving building performance and health, reducing energy demand and protecting communities from outages, mitigating flood and other severe weather risks, increasing opportunity in the workforce, and engaging deeply with their communities to address their most […]
Join Sustainable Pittsburgh for a dynamic webinar focused on the future of public transportation in Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, and the broader 10-county southwestern Pennsylvania region. As our region faces the threat of significant transit cuts, the need for a fully funded and equitable transit system has never been more urgent. This session will dive into […]
Join the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to learn about your local waterways, how to advocate for clean water, and local riparian ecology. Participants will learn how to spot and report water pollution and what makes our rivers and streams so great!
Join the City of Pittsburgh to explore what a "Just Transition" means for our communities:
Join the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy for the first of their Sustainability + Building Tour series with the aim of sharing ideas and creating community around sustainability issues. The Frick Environmental Center is one of the greenest buildings in the world, boasting LEED Platinum and Living Building Certification. The philosophy of the Living Building Challenge imagines […]
The Oakland Business Improvement District (OBID) invites food lovers and neighborhood supporters to enjoy a week-long celebration of the neighborhood’s restaurant scene during Oakland Restaurant Week, happening June 16th–21st. This special event showcases the diverse dining options that makes Oakland one of Pittsburgh’s most flavorful and thriving neighborhoods. From tacos and burgers, to sweet treats […]
Join the Environmental Protection Network (EPN) and the Community Engineering Corps (CECorps) to launch and walk through their new construction budget guide to support Environmental Justice nonprofits and communities in planning budgets for construction projects.