Redefining Equity, Equality, and Justice in Community Development
Provided by: Pittsburgh Community Reinvestment Group 12th Annual Community Development Summit. Details to follow.
Provided by: Pittsburgh Community Reinvestment Group 12th Annual Community Development Summit. Details to follow.
Provided by: E2 Climate change is now a serious economic issue. Last year, climate-related disasters inflicted nearly $150 billion in damage to America's economy. In Pennsylvania alone, climate disasters led by Hurricane Ida cost the Commonwealth between $2 billion - $5 billion, according to NOAA. And that's not including rising insurance rates, increased food costs […]
Presented by: Green Building Alliance. Join GBA's 2030 District team for the return of our in-person celebration of property partners in the Pittsburgh 2030 District!
Provided by: Water Resources Center Green stormwater infrastructure (GSI) is being implemented with greater and greater frequency throughout the country in order to meet water quality goals, enhance our communities, improve climate change resiliency, and even reduce costs. It is considered an important tool for communities addressing source reduction, particularly under the recent municipal consent […]
Provided by: Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens This year, our symposium theme is “metamorphosis.” One of the largest obstacles in our human response to environmental issues like climate change has nothing to do with technology, knowledge, or intelligence: it’s human behavior and mindset. We often fear change, struggle to authentically communicate with those around us, […]
Provided by: Solar United Neighbors (SUN) Allegheny SolarFest is a fun, festive outdoor celebration of all things solar, full of music, great food, and lots of solar! Join to learn about solar, connect with solar installers and related businesses, and check out the latest electric vehicle models! This year's event will take place at Hazelwood’s […]
Provided by: Green Building Alliance Join GBA’s 2030 District team for breakfast and networking at the Highline; learn about the intersection of Building Science and Data Science and latest updates from Duquesne Light Co.
Join the Pennsylvania Municipal League for their 2022 League Sustainability Conference.
Penn Avenue and Butler Street are yours for the day, so lace up your sneakers or pump up your bike tires! Come out to Explore hundreds of businesses from Market Square to the Strip District to Lawrenceville on our most popular route yet!
Provided by: PRC At no cost, participants can drop off cell/home phones, computer towers and peripheral equipment (keyboards, laptops, mice, etc.) and video game consoles/DVD players. For an additional fee, individuals can drop off televisions, computer monitors and printers.
The SWPA EE Roundtable has teamed up with PA Solar Center and the CCAC North Campus to provide an in-person presentation on the G.E.T. Solar program and showcase CCAC North’s new 543kW solar installment, which was facilitated by the G.E.T. Solar program. PA Solar Center’s G.E.T. Solar program provides technical assistance and financial guidance for organizations across the Commonwealth looking […]
Please join the Pennsylvania Solar Center for their video conference to learn more about G.E.T. Solar Communities, the latest instalment of the G.E.T. Solar initiative, wherein they help communities across the commonwealth realize their solar energy potential. G.E.T. Solar Communities works with municipalities and community leadership organizations to build community awareness of solar energy and […]
Safely dispose of common household chemicals Saturday, August 20th, at Pennsylvania Resource Council’s Household Chemical Collection event. PRC’s collection events are registration based. This allows them to control the flow of traffic into the event, ensuring an efficient and safe experience for the public and their staff and recycling partners. Learn more and register here!
Provided by: ROCIS The purpose of this project is to explore and clarify the value of and applications for low cost monitoring devices in the context of indoor air quality. While our focus is on dwellings and their residents, we can accommodate several participants representing workplaces in each cohort—as long as there is a suitable […]
Provided by: ROCIS The purpose of this project is to explore and clarify the value of and applications for low cost monitoring devices in the context of indoor air quality. While our focus is on dwellings and their residents, we can accommodate several participants representing workplaces in each cohort—as long as there is a suitable […]
Provided by: ALCOSAN Join ALCOSAN for its award-winning Open House, Saturday, September 10, 2022 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Rain or shine, enjoy a fun-filled day of hands-on environmental exhibits, wastewater treatment plant and laboratory tours, microbiology and watershed life demonstrations, and educational activities for all ages! FREE and Open to the public! Register here. […]
Presented by: PennDOT Learn about the new National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Program. Provide your thoughts about EVs and the needs in your community.
Provided by: EMSDC This pop-up Pittsburgh Panel Discussion and Networking Event will feature a panel discussion amongst diverse business owners doing business in the local, national, and global marketplace and moderated by Allegheny Conference on Community Development Vice President of Marketing, Jennifer M. Spann. Each of the companies represented are led certified Minority Businesses and […]
Presented by: PA Solar Center and KEEA Please join the Pennsylvania Solar Center and Keystone Energy Efficiency Alliance for a discussion about how the recently passed Inflation Reduction Act can support the expansion of solar energy and energy efficiency in our state. We’ll take a deep dive into the solar and energy efficiency programs, grants, […]
Presented by: The Adhesives and Sealants Council This two-day forum will provide an understanding of sustainability concepts applicable to the adhesive and sealant industry, including case studies, stakeholder partnerships, and existing challenges and opportunities among the covered presentations.
Presented by: The Clean Energy Justice Convergence The Clean Energy Justice Convergence is a 3-day action during the 13th Clean Energy Ministerial in Pittsburgh on September 21-23, 2022. This work is dedicated to frontline communities and will shine a spotlight on the costs, health impacts and environmental devastation associated with extractive and fossil fuel-based energy […]
Join WeConservePA and guest speakers from the Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) and the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), Bureau of Forestry, Rural and Community Forestry section for a two-part presentation on the whys and how-to’s of lawn conversion and green infrastructure. DCNR launched its Lawn Conversion program in 2020. Born out of […]
On September 21 – 23, 2022, in Pittsburgh, the U.S. will host the first ever Global Clean Energy Action Forum. A joint convening of the 13th Clean Energy Ministerial and 7th Mission Innovation ministerial — along with partners in the private sector, academia, innovators, civil society, youth and communities everywhere. The three-day event will feature […]
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 […]
Presented by: PA GreenGov Council Join Pennsylvania’s leading sustainability experts, elected officials, state-agency leaders and policymakers for an exciting and informative series of conversations and presentations during the first-ever Pennsylvania Sustainability Summit hosted by the PA GreenGov Council. This conference is free, open to all, and virtual — so you can join from your home […]
Presented by: The GreenGov Council and Penn State’s Sustainability Institute This webinar will feature Stephen Herzenberg, Executive Director of the Keystone Research Center, as we explore employment and financial inequalities within our society. Specific discussion areas will include the current state and impact of unemployment, inflation, and income inequality in Pennsylvania.
Clean out the garage…the basement…the overflowing closets throughout the house and gather gently used items to drop off at ReuseFest, a large-scale collection of materials to be REUSED by local nonprofits. The Pennsylvania Resources Council’s “ReuseFest” – a one-of-a-kind drop-off event for gently used materials destined for reuse by numerous local nonprofit organizations – accepts […]
Presented by: The Pittsburgh Section of The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) ASCE Pittsburgh and Friends are hosting a series of events and a water themed festival on Saturday October 15th the weekend prior to the 50th Anniversary of the Clean Water Act on October 18th, 2022. The festival will be free and open to […]
Presented by: The University of Pittsburgh and Newcastle University Between 19 and 20 October 2022 Newcastle University will host the second collaborative conference. Building on last year’s conference they will explore and share best practices on how Universities advance place-based approaches through community and student engagement and importantly how we measure our impact and demonstrate […]
Presented by: CONNECT and PennDOT Learn more about state and regional opportunities for local governments to invest in multimodal transportation, equitable access, and EV fleets. Presenters include the PA Department of Transportation, Department of Environmental Protection, Department of Health, and State Representative Sara Innamorato. Ask questions on the featured opportunities during the session or send […]
Join CRAFT for a day learning all about the regional grainshed in Western PA with hands-on workshops and roundtable discussions. This event is perfect for regional grain leaders, industry professionals, business owners interested in incorporating more regional grains into their product lines, and everyday enthusiasts of regional grains. A day of learning will close out […]
Presented by: Pennsylvania Recycling Markets Center Session to include: Plastic Recycling Markets News for Pennsylvania New Markets and Facilities Updates Closed Loop Partners MRF Program Plastic in Asphalt Technology Third-Party Certification Benefits DEP Updates and Waste Composition
Presented by: Pittsburgh Center for Creative Reuse Get your craft on (virtually!) at the craft-off! Create the greatest/weirdest thing you possibly can in just 30 minutes and win prizes!
Presented by: CEOs for Sustainability
Presented by: CONNECT and PennDOT Learn more about state and regional opportunities for local governments to invest in energy efficiency, resilience, and how to find technical assistance in implementation. Presenters include the Federal Department of Energy, PA Department of Environmental Protection, and State Representative Sara Innamorato. Ask questions on the featured opportunities during the session […]