Sustainable Pittsburgh

ReImagine Jobs Spotlight: Green Chemistry
2021-07-28 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Join the ReimagineJobs.org team for their 2021 virtual series focusing on sustainable job opportunities in Southwest Pennsylvania. Each month they will highlight local initiatives and opportunities in the 9 sectors of sustainable economic development featured on the website. This event will highlight green chemistry
This event will feature short presentations about local initiatives and then provide a space for participants to join breakout rooms focused on a specific aspect of green chemistry.

Flood Mitigation - Grant Assistance
2021-07-28 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
SEDA-Council of Governments’ Flood Resiliency Program and the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency are partnering with Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission to offer a webinar that will provide a broad range overview of flood-related grant assistance available to counties and municipalities. Check out this webinar to learn more about BRIC, FMA, HMGP, CDBG, CDBG-DR, CDBG-MIT, FMP, and ACOE/Silver Jackets!

Watershed Basics and Types of Flooding
2021-07-27 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual
Join the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, 3 Rivers Wet Weather, ALCOSAN, Allegheny County Conservation District, PA Dept. of Environmental Protection, PA Emergency Management Agency, Federal Emergency Management Agency, Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority, Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission and Watersheds of South Pittsburgh for a flood education workshop series to answer those questions. You’ll learn about the basics of flooding, how to prepare and protect yourself and your property, available resources and contacts, and other important information to empower yourself and the people you care about before, during and after a flood. We hope that these workshops can help create better prepared and flood-resilient communities.

In Person Open House
2021-07-27 15:00 - 19:00 | Shenley Plaza, 4100 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Provided by: Port Authority
Join us to learn about the draft NEXTransit Plan from Port Authority and the NEXTransit team and give your input. We will have a transit selfie station, fun kids activities, cool NEXTransit swag, and the carousel will be open with rides sponsored by the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy!

Dismantling Oppressive Systems: Building Just Communities
2021-07-26 08:00 - 2021-07-29 17:00 | Virtual
Provided by: The University of Pittsburgh
The goal of the University of Pittsburgh’s annual Diversity Forum is to provide the tools and space to make our communities more diverse, equitable, and inclusive places.
This year’s theme is “Dismantling Oppressive Systems: Building Just Communities” and the programming will focus on the key concepts underpinning social justice, illuminating examples of systemic injustice, and examining means and methods of infusing equitable and just policies and practices across multiple sectors in our communities.

Open Streets PGH
2021-07-25 00:00 - 23:59 | Shenley Plaza, 4100 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Presented by: OpenStreetsPGH
Sunday July 25th, OpenStreetsPGH will visit Pittsburgh’s Hazelwood neighborhood with a mini-route! Two miles of streets in Hazelwood will be opened for safe, distanced outdoor recreation, and three activity hubs along the way will provide entertainment, kids activities, and more.

SolarAPP Webinar
2021-07-20 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Join National Renewable Energy Lab, the Pennsylvania Solar and Storage Industries Association, Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission, and the Philadelphia Solar Energy Association for “SolarAPP Webinar,” where NREL engineers and program staff will present and demonstrate the SolarAPP software that automates solar PV permitting.

Planning and Zoning Best Practices for Attracting Solar Investment
2021-07-13 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Presented by: Pennsylvania Municipal League and Sustainable Pennsylvania
Join The Pennsylvania Municipal League and Sustainable Pennsylvania for “Planning and Zoning Best Practices for Attracting Solar Investment.” Solar energy was the fastest growing source of energy in the world in 2020 and it creates more local jobs than any other source. Join us to learn how you can improve your planning and zoning processes to lower unnecessary barriers for residents and businesses.

Climate Risk Assessment in PA
2021-07-09 13:00 - 13:45 | Virtual
Provided by: GreenGov and PSSI
This webinar will review the projected impacts of climate change on Pennsylvania, including changes to extreme weather, agriculture, and
infrastructure. He will discuss ways some government institutions have started planning for climate adaptation and what your institution may want to consider in assessing future risks.

International Symposium on Sustainable Systems and Technology (ISSST)
2021-06-21 00:00 - 2021-06-25 23:59 | Virtual
Presented by: ISSST
Now in our 28th year, ISSST is one of the longest-running research conferences related to sustainability and the intersection of technology, policy, and behavior. We are a vibrant community of engineers, scientists, professionals, and educators, sharing cutting-edge research and forming interdisciplinary teams for future collaboration. Our mission is to think beyond the traditional, and envision a future where science has no limits.

Handprints Heal Footprints: An Uncommon Conference on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
2021-06-17 09:00 - 16:00 | Virtual
This is a one-day learning conference sponsored by the students of SHOUT (Social Handprints Overcoming Unjust Treatment) that will provide attendees with an opportunity to learn about the Handprints Heal Footprints Framework that can be used to create environments that are more equitable and inclusive.
The event is geared towards middle school students, high school students, college-aged students, and high school/college educators.

Yinz Sustainable? Session #2!
2021-06-16 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
How do you establish and implement a sustainability program from the ground up?
MSA, The Safety Company, has made great strides in implementing their sustainability program!
The MSA Devizes, UK facility utilized solar panels to generate 90,194 kWh of electricity. Currently, all other MSA facilities operate on 100% non-renewable energy (0.17% renewable energy usage globally).
Beyond that, MSA has recycled 1,155 metric tons of materials globally in 2019.
Join us for a virtual happy hour on June 16th as David Vogt, Global Environmental Program Manager, at MSA shares his experience with building a sustainability program!
Zoom meeting credentials will be provided upon completed registration for this FREE event. Capacity is limited to 100, so reserve your spot now!

Solar Electricity and REC Procurement for State and Local Governments
2021-06-11 13:00 - 13:45 | Virtual
Provided by: GreenGov and PSSI
Devin Pennebaker and Greg Knerr will discuss the Commonwealth strategies for meeting the Governor’s executive order goal to procure renewable energy to offset 40% of the Commonwealth’s electricity use. Learn how the state is meeting this goal and about the various renewable energy vehicles available for higher education and local government to utilize.

THINC30 Tank: Creating Circular Economy Communities
2021-06-08 09:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
Achieving our collective sustainability goals requires big thinking – and action.
Among the biggest: moving away from the old, linear “Make-Take-Waste” economic model and to Circularity – or “Reuse, Recycle and Repair.”
But how exactly do we move from concept to reality? How do we design waste out of systems, keep products and materials in use, regenerate natural systems and improve the quality of human lives?
For answers to these and other questions, please join Covestro on Tuesday, June 8, 2021 for “Creating Circular Economy Communities,” our first virtual THINC30 event of 2021.

BioBlitz Family Fun Festival
2021-06-06 09:00 - 15:00 | Schenley Park
Sign up for a special day of exploring the biodiversity of Schenley Park, meeting local scientists and naturalists, and engaging with community organizations and agencies. Adventures will include guided nature walks, botanical drawing classes, and a variety of nature-themed activities from local organizations!

Go Green at Market Square
2021-06-04 11:00 - 2021-06-05 19:00 | Market Square, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Two days to inspire, celebrate, educate and entertain the entire Pittsburgh community!
Go Green at Market Square is a free, two-day community celebration filled with fun, educational, and inspirational activities and events for all ages. The Square becomes a hub for music and eco-friendly activity booths. Live music fills the air as local businesses share their sustainability stories. An educational area includes an alternative and electric transportation corner and a green wellness area, plus ways to interact with and learn more about local, green businesses.

First Friday: Discussion on Regional Infrastructure & Economic Development Investment
2021-06-04 08:30 - 09:30 | Virtual
Presented by: The Greater Pittsburgh Chamber of Commerce
The Greater Pittsburgh Chamber of Commerce, an affiliate of the Allegheny Conference, is proud to announce its next 2021 First Friday speakers for a conversation about regional infrastructure and economic development investment. Washington County Commissioner Diana Irey Vaughan, Butler County Commissioner Leslie Osche and Indiana County Commissioner Sherene Hess will discuss the current state of play and what is needed to improve regional connectivity and economic development investment.

Sustainable Business Breakfast
2021-06-04 08:00 - 10:00 | Fairmont Hotel, 510 Market St
It’s easy to say we are going to commit to being a sustainable business, but what does it take to put this commitment into action? This year, Pittsburgh’s top leaders in corporate and community sustainability will discuss what it takes to implement sustainable practices and how to connect to global sustainability goals. Local business leaders will talk about ways, both large and small, that they are transforming their companies and communities into shining examples of sustainability — and ways in which they hope to improve.

The 2021 Sustainability Business Breakfast will take place during #WorldEnvironmentalWeek at the Fairmont Pittsburgh Downtown and will feature a panel of innovators discussing the current climate of green industries in Pittsburgh. Space is limited so book your ticket now!

Virtual Biophilia: Pittsburgh June Meeting – Stay Black, Stay Green
2021-06-03 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual
This talk will further explore the relationship between Black people and the environment. Recognizing that systemic racism has created inequitable barriers in access to the full suite of benefits of connecting with nature, from recreational to professional, and everything in between, how the Black Environmental Collective will assist in re-routing the sustainability sector back to the Environmental Justice movement, where marginalized voices and experiences dictate success. This talk will introduce the Collective to attendees, discuss vision and plans for the future of the network, and share how community members can support the initiative.
