Sustainable Pittsburgh
Building Up Heat Pump Contractor Networks: Lessons Learned from Massachusetts, Maine, and New York
VirtualEasy access to qualified contractors is key to scaling up residential heat pump use. In New Jersey and Pennsylvania, it can be very difficult for consumers – even those highly committed to transitioning to high-efficiency, electric heating – to find a knowledgeable and skilled contractor.How can we transform the market to address this problem, especially as […]
Ignite Environmental Justice (Ohio Valley)
Whitted Media Content House 507 Seventh Avenue, Beaver Falls, PennsylvaniaNew Sun Rising and RiverWise invite you to receive support designing and pitching your community project. Do you or your community envision a project that could improve health, climate resilience, and/or economic opportunity? Nonprofits, municipal leaders, and residents in Beaver County are encouraged to get support by attending an Ignite EJ workshop. Participants will be […]
Ignite Environmental Justice (Monongahela Valley)
TBDNew Sun Rising and RiverWise invite you to receive support designing and pitching your community project. Do you or your community envision a project that could improve health, climate resilience, and/or economic opportunity? Nonprofits, municipal leaders, and residents in Allegheny or Beaver County are encouraged to get support by attending an Ignite EJ workshop. Participants […]
SCDN Policy Connection: Cultivating Community Green Spaces: A Practical Approach for Municipalities
VirtualIn any community, green spaces are essential for enhancing quality of life, improving health, fostering social cohesion, promoting economic development, and safeguarding the environment for present and future generations. Through sustainable conservation efforts, local governments can protect and expand green spaces that play a crucial role in creating sustainable, healthy, and vibrant communities. Join Sustainable […]
ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE IN MCKEESPORT COMMUNITY FORUM
225 Fifth Ave. McKeesport, PA 15132Join Take Action Advocacy Group and partner, Women for A Healthy Environment, for a community forum on Environmental Justice in McKeesport. Learn about the devastating impacts and the urgent need for action. Together, we can address the injustices and health risks faced by residents, such as contaminated water and air pollution. The City of McKeesport […]
Open Streets Pittsburgh - The Historic Hill District to Northside
This event series is organized by Bike Pittsburgh, a non-profit organization that works on behalf of the Pittsburgh community to transform our streets and communities into vibrant, healthy places by making them safe and accessible for everyone to bike and walk.
Solarpunk Future
Velum Fermentation 2120 Jane Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United StatesPart interactive art show, part job fair, join geek creatives and green innovators for an event full of performances, exhibits, and art installations which will give all ages and walks of life the opportunity to be inspired by the sustainable future that we can collectively create. Come for food, fun, and a hopeful vision of our future! […]
Cutting Costs and Emissions: Inflation Reduction Act Webinar featuring Rep. Houlahan
VirtualJoin this virtual event to hear from special guest speaker Congresswoman Houlahan along with other panelists on how the funds from the Inflation Reduction Act are bringing a whole range of benefits to Pennsylvanians, including of course solar energy. We will be learning more about how these funds will be implemented through the Pennsylvania Energy […]
SCDN Policy Connection: Climate Action Planning - Resources and Funding Opportunities
VirtualEvent Description: Climate action plans provide both a structured framework and strategies to help local governments mitigate and adapt to climate change impacts. There are numerous benefits enabled by climate action, including workforce development opportunities, enhanced public health and quality of life, cost savings, and reputable regional leadership. When effectively implemented, climate action plans strengthen […]