Sustainable Pittsburgh
Dr. Joylette Portlock is the first new executive director of Sustainable Pittsburgh in two decades. With this change, PublicSource sought to learn how she will steer the organization. Mark your calendars for 12 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 9, and use your lunch to learn about Pittsburgh’s most pressing sustainability issues. Meet the leader of the organization […]
University of Pittsburgh Center for Social & Urban Research presents its Brown Bag Lecture Series. Featuring: David Totten, AICP, Transportation Planner, Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission Dominic D'Andrea, P.E., PTOE, Manager, Operations & Safety Programs, Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission RSVP: 412-624-1019 or SWPA@pitt.edu
University of Pittsburgh Center for Social & Urban Research presents its Brown Bag Lecture Series. Featuring: David Totten, AICP, Transportation Planner, Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission Dominic D'Andrea, P.E., PTOE, Manager, Operations & Safety Programs, Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission RSVP: 412-624-1019 or SWPA@pitt.edu
What is business sustainability? More importantly, what does it mean to your business? Autumn Secrest, Sustainable Business Program Manager of Sustainable Pittsburgh, will share with business owners and decision-makers a broad overview of business sustainability, as well as what it entails for various business types. Participants will also be provided with ready-made resources to help […]
What is business sustainability? More importantly, what does it mean to your business? Autumn Secrest, Sustainable Business Program Manager of Sustainable Pittsburgh, will share with business owners and decision-makers a broad overview of business sustainability, as well as what it entails for various business types. Participants will also be provided with ready-made resources to help […]
The Racial Justice Summit, formerly known as the Summit Against Racism, is a flagship event for Pittsburgh organizers. The Summit creates opportunities for attendees to learn, connect, and act on behalf of racial justice. 21st Annual Pittsburgh Racial Justice Summit A Multicultural Initiative of the Black & White Reunion "Moving Forward Together - an honest […]
The Racial Justice Summit, formerly known as the Summit Against Racism, is a flagship event for Pittsburgh organizers. The Summit creates opportunities for attendees to learn, connect, and act on behalf of racial justice. 21st Annual Pittsburgh Racial Justice Summit A Multicultural Initiative of the Black & White Reunion "Moving Forward Together - an honest […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 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 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 […]
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, […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join the Pennsylvania Resources Council and its Zero Waste Pennsylvania team to learn how your business or institution can advance its solid waste and recycling goals with fiscally responsible strategies. This workshop will present TRUE, a rigorous new standard which moves beyond others by focusing on how we operate our businesses, factories and institutions. Share […]
Join the Pennsylvania Resources Council and its Zero Waste Pennsylvania team to learn how your business or institution can advance its solid waste and recycling goals with fiscally responsible strategies. This workshop will present TRUE, a rigorous new standard which moves beyond others by focusing on how we operate our businesses, factories and institutions. Share […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Pennsylvania Solar Congress is a conference that brings together solar supporters from across the state to learn and discuss the current state and future for solar energy in PA. The day will include a series of presentations about solar technology and policy topics as well as ways to get involved with growing solar in […]
The Pennsylvania Solar Congress is a conference that brings together solar supporters from across the state to learn and discuss the current state and future for solar energy in PA. The day will include a series of presentations about solar technology and policy topics as well as ways to get involved with growing solar in […]
Featured Speaker: Josh Tewksbury Future Earth *Co-sponsored by the 21st Century Naturalist Project, in collaboration with the University of Pittsburgh’s UPCLOSE program, funded by the Spencer Foundation. Interested in learning about scientific discoveries directly from scientists? Carnegie Museum of Natural History scientific research staff and invited speakers discuss their latest findings on a wide variety […]
Featured Speaker: Josh Tewksbury Future Earth *Co-sponsored by the 21st Century Naturalist Project, in collaboration with the University of Pittsburgh’s UPCLOSE program, funded by the Spencer Foundation. Interested in learning about scientific discoveries directly from scientists? Carnegie Museum of Natural History scientific research staff and invited speakers discuss their latest findings on a wide variety […]
The United Pittsburgh Public Speaker Series features prominent speakers discussing Pittsburgh's most pressing challenges--and meaningful solutions--in a series of public presentations to students and community residents alike. These community forums are open to the public and are free of charge. All presentations will begin at 6:30 p.m. and will be held on the Duquesne University campus […]
The United Pittsburgh Public Speaker Series features prominent speakers discussing Pittsburgh's most pressing challenges--and meaningful solutions--in a series of public presentations to students and community residents alike. These community forums are open to the public and are free of charge. All presentations will begin at 6:30 p.m. and will be held on the Duquesne University campus […]
Building Re-Tuning Workshop: 2 of 3 Pennsylvania Technical Assistance Program FREE Please join PennTAP for the second of three Building Re-Tuning (BRT) workshops being offered in the Pittsburgh area. The February workshop will focus on the fundamentals of BRT including how to use low-cost tools and workbook calculations for an energy-conscious facility. BRT is a systematic low […]
Building Re-Tuning Workshop: 2 of 3 Pennsylvania Technical Assistance Program FREE Please join PennTAP for the second of three Building Re-Tuning (BRT) workshops being offered in the Pittsburgh area. The February workshop will focus on the fundamentals of BRT including how to use low-cost tools and workbook calculations for an energy-conscious facility. BRT is a systematic low […]
Pittsburgh is pretty special. From 446 bridges to 90 neighborhoods, there’s a lot to love about the mighty Steel City. But most of all: Pittsburghers don’t wait around to get good done. Since we began our on-the-ground work in Pittsburgh, ioby.org has collaborated with over 130 resident leaders as they plan, crowdfund, and build positive […]
Pittsburgh is pretty special. From 446 bridges to 90 neighborhoods, there’s a lot to love about the mighty Steel City. But most of all: Pittsburghers don’t wait around to get good done. Since we began our on-the-ground work in Pittsburgh, ioby.org has collaborated with over 130 resident leaders as they plan, crowdfund, and build positive […]
Join healthcare industry leaders, architects, engineers, and energy professionals at the premiere event for energy efficiency and healthcare! The Healthcare Industry Forum on Energy Efficiency is slated for March 5 and 6 at the Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center in State College. This two-day event boasts incredible choice and value to attendees, offering multiple […]
Join healthcare industry leaders, architects, engineers, and energy professionals at the premiere event for energy efficiency and healthcare! The Healthcare Industry Forum on Energy Efficiency is slated for March 5 and 6 at the Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center in State College. This two-day event boasts incredible choice and value to attendees, offering multiple […]
August Wilson Center 980 Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Register here Members and Government Officials – $55.00 Non-Members – $60.00 Students – $20.00 Exponentially increased computing power has played an astounding role in driving urban growth in the 21st century. This powerful dynamic presents an opportunity to consider conscious urban planning in a new and "smarter," […]
August Wilson Center 980 Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Register here Members and Government Officials – $55.00 Non-Members – $60.00 Students – $20.00 Exponentially increased computing power has played an astounding role in driving urban growth in the 21st century. This powerful dynamic presents an opportunity to consider conscious urban planning in a new and "smarter," […]
In response to the sudden removal of glass from many residential recycling programs in the Pittsburgh area, Pennsylvania Resources Council will launch a network of pop-up glass recycling events in 2019. The pop-up sites will be sponsored by local governments committed to recycling and who recognize that glass remains a recyclable material with vibrant demand […]
In response to the sudden removal of glass from many residential recycling programs in the Pittsburgh area, Pennsylvania Resources Council will launch a network of pop-up glass recycling events in 2019. The pop-up sites will be sponsored by local governments committed to recycling and who recognize that glass remains a recyclable material with vibrant demand […]