Sustainable Pittsburgh
Presented by: Vibrant Pittsburgh In this training, participants will: develop a better understanding of LGBTQIA+ identities and experiences through an intersectional lens learn about respectful and inclusive language understand the role that you can play as an ally in supporting LGBTQIA+ people help to create an inclusive environment for all Every June LGBTQIA+ communities are […]
Presented by: Green Building Alliance The Bridge to 2030 educational series invites the public to dive into topics integral to 2030 District progress – building decarbonization, energy efficiency, reducing water consumption, and improving indoor air quality! Advanced registration is required, and all details will be shared via email in the days leading up to the […]
Presented by: Pennsylvania Resources Council This workshop thoroughly covers the importance and benefits of composting, the process, setting up a compost pile, proper maintenance, and ways of using finished compost. Registrants may choose to purchase a FreeGarden EARTH compost bin with their workshop ticket. This bin has an 82-gallon capacity and is ideal for urban and suburban areas. […]
Presented by: NA for Change, University of Pittsburgh, and Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh Unleash the potential of young leaders at the 2023 Pittsburgh Youth Changemakers Conference, where inspiration meets action. North Allegheny (NA) for Change, in partnership with the University of Pittsburgh and the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh, is excited to announce the […]
Presented by: Pittsburgh Business Times Join Pittsburgh Business Times for the first in a series of conversations examining how economic and social disparities, as well as a lack of equity available to those in communities populated by people of color, is manifesting in — and jeopardizing — various aspects of the region’s economy.
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 […]
Presented by: Farm to Table and Sustainable Pittsburgh This FREE event will help you create new business relationships with local buyers and resource providers will be onsite to help you grow your business. Vendors can sample/sell products to prospective wholesale/ institutional buyers. Attendees will include food service professionals, dietitians, wellness & health care providers, childcare […]
Join Narberth & Swarthmore Boroughs and CCA for PA, July 26, 10 -11:30 am to discuss the progress of their CCA Implementation Plans. Agenda:
Presented by: PA DEP Are you interested in decarbonizing your building by converting your commercial kitchen to induction cooking equipment? If so, join us for this in-person workshop! This FREE workshop is open to anyone interested in learning about induction cooking andpotentially installing this equipment in their commercial kitchen.
Presented by: The Forbes Funds When confronted by what appears as an impossible challenge with unwanted consequences, what can a community do? This was the dilemma faced by hundreds of communities in the Ohio River Valley in 2019 as industry and mainstream politicians touted the purported benefits of establishing a “Plastics Hub” in the Ohio […]
Presented by EEA, E2, and Sustainable Pittsburgh
Learn why the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – SNAP – also known as food assistance- is so important to Appalachian communities, and how to advocate for a stronger SNAP program for Appalachia in the upcoming Farm Bill. We need to build an economy that respects working people—that means improving access to food benefits. Making it […]
The way people interact with nature and relate to the wild world is often rooted in the spiritual ideas and beliefs that we were raised with. The symposium invites us all to explore the spectrum of beliefs about nature held by our neighbors and community members so we can understand one another and discover the […]
Learn more about the 2023 Farm Bill, the reauthorization process, and why climate smart conservation programs are so vital to addressing the climate crisis. The historic passage of the Affordable Clean Energy Plan is at the one year mark, and along with the extensive clean energy programs is a $20 billion Farm Bill. There is […]
With director Elaine McMillion Sheldon in person to introduce the film and do Q&A after the screening! Co-Presented with Film Pittsburgh. A lyrical tapestry of a place and people, KING COAL meditates on the complex history and future of the coal industry, the communities it has shaped, and the myths it has created. Oscar-nominated filmmaker […]
Join KEEA & EEA-NJ for their 12th Annual Policy Conference. Whether your work covers New Jersey, Pennsylvania, or beyond, you’ll leave with real insight on how the energy efficiency industry can meet the moment—and scale. Unprecedented levels of investment in energy efficiency and adjacent sectors are poised to transform our industry both regionally and nationally. […]
Presented by: Fair Shake Celebrating 10 years of environmental legal aid in Appalachia! Enjoy an evening of food, drinks, live bluegrass music and silent auction with items from partners such as Patagonia & learn how they work to support equal access, environmental justice, and community democracy. Organizer Venue
Are you interested in decarbonizing your building by converting your commercial kitchen to induction cookingequipment? If so, join us for this in-person workshop! This FREE workshop is open to anyone interested in learning about induction cooking andpotentially installing this equipment in their commercial kitchen.
Presented by: Alcosan The region's largest watershed and environmental festival, FREE and open to the public! Explore informative and entertaining exhibits suitable for all ages. You'll learn about Alcosan's efforts to support the Clean Water Plan, and see firsthand the construction of their treatment plant. Organizer Venue
Over the past few years, Pennsylvania state agencies, advocates, utilities, and other stakeholders have looked more closely at the potential of electricity-storage, microgrids, and other systems that support the growth of solar and other renewable energy in Pennsylvania. But what have we learned? Join the Pennsylvania Solar Center and the experts for an update on […]
Presented by: The Air & Waste Management Association The MEGA Symposium returns in 2023 with a focus on the transition of the energy generation industry to cleaner and climate resilient electric power that can remain cost-effective and reliable. Electric power energy issues abound as the world and the industry address environmental policy challenges—climate change, air […]
Justice40 is a national initiative that calls for at least 40% of the benefits from certain federal investments to be directed to communities overburdened by social, environmental and economic distress. Seventeen federal agencies have identified over 450 Justice40-covered programs to prioritize communities experiencing flooding, high energy costs, high asthma rates, transportation barriers, and many other […]
