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SUMMARY:2023 Nature of Place Symposium: Faith and the Environment
DESCRIPTION: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 hidden points where our views intersect. By examining the intertwined histories of belief\, nature and humanity\, we seek to learn from the past and present to cultivate climate action for the future.The first day of the symposium will be virtual and feature academic insights on the relationship between spiritual beliefs and environmental action\, and the second day can be attended either in-person or virtually and will feature a variety of practicing perspectives on building creative bridges towards climate action. \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/2023-nature-of-place-symposium-faith-and-the-environment/
LOCATION:Phipps Conservatory & Botanical Gardens\, One Schenley Park\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230817T120000
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SUMMARY:Food at the Foundation: Why Appalachia Needs Food Assistance that Works for Us
DESCRIPTION: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 easier for families to access food assistance allows people to work\, take care of their families\, and contribute to their communities.   \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/food-at-the-foundation-why-appalachia-needs-food-assistance-that-works-for-us/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230816T140000
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SUMMARY:Shaping the Pennsylvania Clean Energy & Efficiency Workforce Future
DESCRIPTION:EEA\, E2\, the Sustainable Business Network of Philadelphia\, and Sustainable Pittsburgh are proud to partner on a workforce development webinar focused on Shaping the Pennsylvania Clean Energy Workforce Future. This fast-paced virtual event will feature several presenters—including DEP Secretary Richard Negrin and PUC Commissioner Kathryn Zerfuss—along with interactive opportunities for attendees to ask questions. Pennsylvania recently welcomed a slate of new administrative leaders\, poised to help the Commonwealth’s business community capitalize on both the relentless transition to a cleaner energy future and new federal funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and the Inflation Reduction Act. But that business community also faces significant workforce shortages. Join us as we address the state of readiness of our workforce for the next phase of the clean energy transition. \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/shaping-the-pennsylvania-clean-energy-efficiency-workforce-future/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Featured Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T100000
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SUMMARY:Sustainable Developers Roundtable with Dr. Patricia M. DeMarco and ReImagine Appalachia
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: The Forbes Funds \n\n\n\nWhen 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 River Valley\, driven by the Marcellus Shale resources. ReImagine Appalachia Blueprint lays out a different fate\, one which reinvests in communities\, relies on strong union jobs and builds a shared prosperity for everyone. \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/sustainable-developers-roundtable-with-dr-patricia-m-demarco-and-reimagine-appalachia/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230803T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230803T130000
DTSTAMP:20260524T183950
CREATED:20230728T182410Z
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SUMMARY:Commercial Induction Cooking Workshop - CHECK Program
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: PA DEP \n\n\n\nAre you interested in decarbonizing your building by converting your commercial kitchen to induction cooking equipment? If so\, join us for this in-person workshop! \n\n\n\n\nLearn about DEP’s new Cooking in Healthy Electrified Commercial Kitchens (CHECK) rebateprogram for Restaurants\, K-12 schools\, higher education institutions\, and nonprofits whosemissions focus on healthcare or community services.\n\n\n\nChef Chris Galarza of Forward Dining Solutions will provide in-person demonstrations ofvarious induction cooking equipment and explain how it works to reduce facility energycosts and improve the health of building occupants. You’ll be able to experience firsthandthe excellent performance of induction cooking and learn helpful tips on how to use thisequipment.\n\n\n\n\nThis FREE workshop is open to anyone interested in learning about induction cooking andpotentially installing this equipment in their commercial kitchen. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/commercial-induction-cooking-workshop-check-program-2/
LOCATION:Chatham University's Eden Hall Campus\, 6035 Ridge Road\, Gibsonia\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230726T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230726T113000
DTSTAMP:20260524T183950
CREATED:20230714T184850Z
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SUMMARY:CCA for PA Boroughs Progress Report
DESCRIPTION:Join Narberth & Swarthmore Boroughs and CCA for PA\, July 26\, 10 -11:30 am to discuss the progress of their CCA Implementation Plans. \n\n\n\nAgenda: \n\n\n\n\nBorough CCA and emissions reduction goals\n\n\n\nNarberth and Swarthmore report on their CCA Implementation Plan progress\n\n\n\nProjected CCA renewable energy supply for PA boroughs\n\n\n\nCCA Projected borough benefits: .GHGe reduction\, BIL/IRA Ed & outreach\, Consumer protection…et al\n\n\n\nInvitation to ‘explore CCA benefits for your borough\n\n\n\nTimeline to Borough CCA adoption\n\n\n\nNext action steps leading to CCA adoption
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/cca-for-pa-boroughs-progress-report/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230725T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230725T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230721T202859Z
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SUMMARY:Farm to Table Buy Local Grower/Buyer Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Farm to Table and Sustainable Pittsburgh \n\n\n\nThis FREE event will help you create new business relationships with local buyers and resource providers will be onsite to help you grow your business. \n\n\n\nVendors can sample/sell products to prospective wholesale/ institutional buyers.  \n\n\n\nAttendees will include food service professionals\, dietitians\, wellness & health care providers\, childcare providers\, hospitals\, nursing homes\, school districts\, corporate cafeterias and other institutional or wholesale buyers who are interested in buying from local farms/growers and food/beverage producers.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/farm-to-table-buy-local-grower-buyer-networking-event/
LOCATION:David L Lawrence Convention Center
CATEGORIES:Featured Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230725T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230725T130000
DTSTAMP:20260524T183950
CREATED:20230620T180350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230728T200307Z
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SUMMARY:SCDN Policy Connection: Activating Municipal Sustainability Teams to Attract Funding
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Sustainable Pittsburgh \n\n\n\nEvent Description: \n\n\n\nRecent 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 provides funding to local governments that advance intergovernmental approaches to community planning\, transit studies\, land use and other initiatives focused on sharing services across jurisdictional boundaries. \n\n\n\nJoin Sustainable Pittsburgh and guest speakers to explore resources for local governments to activate Municipal Sustainability Teams that can strengthen connections among non-profit organizations\, community-based organizations\, local businesses and other local governments to advance quality of life and accomplish community goals. We’ll also be joined by the Department of Community and Economic Development to cover the Municipal Assistance Program which provides funding to advance intergovernmental approaches to a variety of needs. \n\n\n\nGuest Speakers: \n\n\n\n\nMark Hand\, Director\, Pennsylvania’s GreenGov Council\n\n\n\nChristopher Nafe\, Energy Program Specialist\, Pennsylvania’s Department of Environmental Protection’s Energy Programs Office\n\n\n\nTBD\, Pennsylvania’s Department of Community and Economic Development\, Municipal Assistance Program Specialist\n\n\n\nDownload Speaker Bios\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/scdn-policy-connection-activating-municipal-sustainability-teams-to-attract-funding/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Sustainable Pittsburgh Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230713T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230713T100000
DTSTAMP:20260524T183950
CREATED:20230623T191032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230623T191034Z
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SUMMARY:Bridge to Equity: Social Determinants of Health
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Pittsburgh Business Times \n\n\n\nJoin 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.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/bridge-to-equity-social-determinants-of-health/
LOCATION:Fairmont Hotel\, 510 Market St
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230629T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230630T235959
DTSTAMP:20260524T183950
CREATED:20230629T193033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230721T202253Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Changemakers Conference
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: NA for Change\, University of Pittsburgh\, and Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh \n\n\n\nUnleash 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 first-ever Pittsburgh Youth Changemakers Conference on June 29-30\, 2023. Join for a two-day transformative experience filled with dynamic workshops\, inspiring speakers\, and a network of like-minded visionaries ready to make a difference in Pittsburgh. We are also honored to welcome Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey for a keynote address.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/youth-changemakers-conference/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230628T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230628T190000
DTSTAMP:20260524T183950
CREATED:20230620T175929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230620T180524Z
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SUMMARY:Backyard Composting Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Pennsylvania Resources Council \n\n\n\nThis 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. Logistics for picking up purchased bins from PRC’s offices (Pittsburgh and Media) will be shared during the webinar.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/backyard-composting-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230620T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230620T063000
DTSTAMP:20260524T183950
CREATED:20230620T175149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230620T175635Z
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SUMMARY:Bridge to 2030 Educational Series
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Green Building Alliance \n\n\n\nThe 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! \n\n\n\nAdvanced registration is required\, and all details will be shared via email in the days leading up to the event.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/bridge-to-2030-educational-series/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230614T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230614T130000
DTSTAMP:20260524T183950
CREATED:20230602T172431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185217Z
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SUMMARY:The ABCs of LGBTQIA+ Inclusion
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Vibrant Pittsburgh\n\nIn this training\, participants will:\n\n 	develop a better understanding of LGBTQIA+ identities and experiences through an intersectional lens\n 	learn about respectful and inclusive language\n 	understand the role that you can play as an ally in supporting LGBTQIA+ people\n 	help to create an inclusive environment for all\n\nEvery June LGBTQIA+ communities are celebrated in the U.S. and around the world. We recognize the contributions of LGBTQIA+ individuals along with the aim of increasing visibility\, acknowledging intersectionality\, and embracing self-affirmation. With diversity\, equity\, and inclusion as important as ever\, we must ask the question: How does Pride continue throughout the year?
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/the-abcs-of-lgbtqia-inclusion/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230608T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230608T163000
DTSTAMP:20260524T183950
CREATED:20221202T022453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185222Z
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SUMMARY:Pittsburgh Business Diversity Conference 2023
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Pancho Timmons \nThis conference will address how Diversity\, Equality\, and Inclusion related issues impact the growth and development of businesses and institutions. The conference will create opportunities for institutions and businesses to make new connections and learn strategies to eliminate barriers\, create opportunities and increase growth.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/pittsburgh-business-diversity-conference-2023/
LOCATION:Wintergarden at PPG Place\, 1 PPG Place\, Pittsburgh\, PA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230607T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230608T170000
DTSTAMP:20260524T183950
CREATED:20230531T231505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185217Z
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SUMMARY:13th Annual Community Development Summit
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: PCRG \nThe PCRG Annual Summit serves as a platform for community leaders\, professionals\, and organizations to come together\, share knowledge\, and explore innovative strategies to drive positive change in our neighborhoods. This year’s theme\, [Re]Defining Equity\, Equality\, and Justice in Community Development\, will inspire thought-provoking discussions and provide valuable insights into key community development topics.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/13th-annual-community-development-summit/
LOCATION:Omni William Penn Hotel\, 530 William Penn Place\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230525T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230525T140000
DTSTAMP:20260524T183950
CREATED:20230420T212242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185218Z
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SUMMARY:Community Benefits Virtual Summit
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: ReImagine Appalachia \nThis summit will explore community benefits and labor standards and how they can help grow our vision for Appalachia. Community Benefit Agreements and Policies (CBAs and CBPs) are an important part of ensuring maximum benefits to communities from implementation of federal climate infrastructure funding. We know that widespread community input on sustainable development projects leads to buy-in and incorporation of community member priorities\, ultimately increasing the positive impact of these public investments over the long haul.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/community-benefits-virtual-summit-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230524T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230524T153000
DTSTAMP:20260524T183950
CREATED:20230518T231612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185218Z
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SUMMARY:SCDN Policy Connection: Clean Energy Opportunities for Local Governments
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Sustainable Pittsburgh \nFeatured presentations will be given by the PA Solar Center and their G.E.T. Solar Communities program\, which offers technical assistance and financial guidance for local governments that want to learn more about going solar. The Great Plains Institute will present on SolSmart\, a designation program that offers technical assistance for solar planning\, community engagement and market development. Register today!
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/scdn-policy-connection-clean-energy-opportunities-for-local-governments/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Sustainable Pittsburgh Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230524T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230524T160000
DTSTAMP:20260524T183950
CREATED:20230323T224336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185218Z
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SUMMARY:Southwestern Pennsylvania Electric Fleet Expo
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Duquesne Light Company\, Local Government Academy\, Pittsburgh Region Clean Cities\, and Sustainable Pittsburgh \nIf you’re a fleet\, transportation\, sustainability\, or local government leader for a municipality\, school district\, or commercial fleet based in southwestern PA\, join us for the Southwestern Pennsylvania Electric Fleet Expo\, where you’ll have an opportunity to: \n\nSee the latest electric vehicle models available for your fleet\nHear about funding opportunities and best practices for transitioning to an electric fleet from peers who have already started incorporating electric vehicles into their fleets\nTalk with vendors experienced in electric fleet management and charging\n\nFeaturing: \n\nMatt Mahoney\, Director of Government Affairs\, Sustainable Pittsburgh\nJoylette Portlock\, Ph.D.\, Executive Director\, Sustainable Pittsburgh
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/southwestern-pennsylvania-electric-fleet-expo/
LOCATION:UPMC Events Center\, 6001 University Boulevard\, Moon\, PA
CATEGORIES:Featured Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T150000
DTSTAMP:20260524T183950
CREATED:20230420T212047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185218Z
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SUMMARY:Community Benefits Virtual Summit
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: ReImagine Appalachia \nThis summit will explore community benefits and labor standards and how they can help grow our vision for Appalachia. Community Benefit Agreements and Policies (CBAs and CBPs) are an important part of ensuring maximum benefits to communities from implementation of federal climate infrastructure funding. We know that widespread community input on sustainable development projects leads to buy-in and incorporation of community member priorities\, ultimately increasing the positive impact of these public investments over the long haul.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/community-benefits-virtual-summit/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230522T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T120000
DTSTAMP:20260524T183950
CREATED:20230518T202635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185218Z
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SUMMARY:9th Annual PA Renewables Summit 2023
DESCRIPTION:Join the Renewables Work for PA (RW4PA) coalition\, the PA Solar & Storage Industries Association (PASSIA)\, and the PA Solar Center for the 9th Annual Renewables Summit in the PA State Capitol. The summit brings together industry professionals\, NGOs\, and decision-makers to discuss important issues to the Pennsylvania renewables market. The event is also a great networking opportunity. Visit the event link for summit topics and speakers to date. \nSchedule: \n\nSummit on Monday\, May 22\, 2023 – Check-In from 9:30 am – 10:30 pm; Summit presentations 10:30-5:00 pm; (Lunch included)\nNetworking; 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm with cash bar (appetizers included)\nOptional Dinner offsite (location TBD) on Monday\, May 22\, 2023 (self-pay but reservations required)\nSummit on Tuesday\, May 23\, 2023 – Continental breakfast (included) from 8:00am-9:00am; Presentations: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/9th-annual-pa-renewables-summit-2023/
LOCATION:Penn Harris Hotel (formerly Radisson Camp Hill)\, 1150 Camp Hill Bypass Camp Hill\, PA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230511T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230511T200000
DTSTAMP:20260524T183950
CREATED:20230213T185057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185221Z
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SUMMARY:Igniting Change for a Better Tomorrow - Celebrating 25 Years with Sustainable Pittsburgh
DESCRIPTION:Join Sustainable Pittsburgh for an evening of celebration as we mark 25 years of impact and honor those who help make our work possible. At Sustainable Pittsburgh\, we empower decision-making that builds a fundamentally equitable\, resilient\, healthy\, and prosperous region. We envision a thriving region where stakeholders are connected\, sustainability knowledge is shared and applied\, and all people can succeed. Help us commemorate Sustainable Pittsburgh’s past and get a glimpse of what’s in store for the future. Join us May 11. \nHere’s to 25 years of igniting change for a better tomorrow!
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/igniting-change-for-a-better-tomorrow-celebrating-25-years-with-sustainable-pittsburgh/
LOCATION:Kimpton Hotel Monaco Pittsburgh\, 620 William Penn Place\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sustainable Pittsburgh Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230504T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230504T160000
DTSTAMP:20260524T183950
CREATED:20230322T000544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185219Z
UID:5165-1683212400-1683216000@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program: Technical Assistance Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: DOE\n\nThe Department of Energy (DOE) has launched a webinar series to provide more information about the grant application process\, vouchers option\, and the DOE technical assistance available to support eligible entities.\nThe EECBG Program is a flexible formula grant program which is designed to be flexible and to meet local needs. Over 2700+ states\, local governments\, and tribes are eligible for the funds\, which will support strategies to increase energy efficiency\, cut emissions\, and reduce energy use in communities that will serve more than 250 million Americans. There are 15 different eligible use areas\, ranging from developing energy efficiency and conservation strategies\, to deploying electric vehicle infrastructure\, to installing renewable energy technologies. To determine if your organization is eligible for funds\, see here for local governments\, tribes\, and states and territories.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/energy-efficiency-and-conservation-block-grant-program-technical-assistance-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230503T130000
DTSTAMP:20260524T183950
CREATED:20230420T211840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185218Z
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SUMMARY:BLAC Strategy Summit
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: ReImagine Appalachia \nThe Black Appalachian Coalition is planning a Strategy Summit this May to help shape their priorities for the coming months.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/blac-strategy-summit/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230428T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230428T130000
DTSTAMP:20260524T183950
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DESCRIPTION:ReImagine Appalachia is excited to be joined by speakers from Ohio River Valley Institute\, Keystone Research and the Center for Economic and Policy Research to discuss what Full Employment for All could mean for Appalachia.\n\nIn this session\, they will discuss job and other persistent economic trends that make Full Employment an especially promising concept for our region. With subsidized employment\, the government covers some or all the wages of new hires. Scholars find that this is one of the most effective policies for putting people back to work. Increasing the employment rate of the most disadvantaged workers has been shown not only to benefit the workers and their families but also to have broad community-wide benefits.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/5176/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230427T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230427T150000
DTSTAMP:20260524T183950
CREATED:20230420T205705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185218Z
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SUMMARY:Solar Project Pipeline Fireside Chat
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: ReImagine Appalachia \nGuests will speak to solar projects they have in the pipeline to serve as a showcase and learning experience for others going through the process. They will tell the story about how to move from an idea for renewable solar energy to execution\, supported by private and public funding. They will discuss what particular financial gaps may exist to move more projects in our region. We hope to have an inspiring\, frank\, informative\, and mutually beneficial discussion. \nThis event is for a specific audience of government officials\, economic development practitioners and others in our partner networks with direct interest in the topic.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/solar-project-pipeline-fireside-chat/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230425T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230425T140000
DTSTAMP:20260524T183950
CREATED:20230420T205403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185218Z
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SUMMARY:Green Locomotives Can Be a Big Driver for Jobs in the Region
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: ReImagine Appalachia\, Keystone Research Center \nJoin ReImagine Appalachia\, Keystone Research Center for a webinar highlighting the exciting findings of a new study conducted by the Political Economy Research Institute (PERI) alongside the United Electrical Workers (UE). This study has calculated the employment impacts of ‘green locomotive’ manufacturing at the Erie County\, PA plant both in Erie County and the wider Pennsylvania economy.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/green-locomotives-can-be-a-big-driver-for-jobs-in-the-region/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230421T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230421T130000
DTSTAMP:20260524T183950
CREATED:20230407T174052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185218Z
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SUMMARY:Reviewing the AEPS and Community Solar in the New Legislative Session
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: PA Solar Center \nJoin the Pennsylvania Solar Center as they discuss the progress Pennsylvania has made on the goals from the Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards (AEPS)\, as well as review legislation that’s been introduced this session that would support continued growth of Pennsylvania’s solar industry\, including strengthening our renewable targets and enabling community solar. They’ll review the recently published 2021-2022 AEPS report with Joseph Sherrick\, Policy and Planning Supervisor for the Bureau of Technical Utility Services at the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission. They’ll also be joined by one (or maybe more!) special guests to review why some of these policies are important for our Commonwealth’s job market\, economy\, and consumers.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/reviewing-the-aeps-and-community-solar-in-the-new-legislative-session/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230414T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230414T140000
DTSTAMP:20260524T183950
CREATED:20220922T235505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185225Z
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SUMMARY:Land Management Best Practices for Ecosystem Health and Pollinators
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: The PA GreenGov Council and Penn State Sustainability Institute \nThis webinar will feature Christina Grozinger\, Publius Vergilius Maro Professor of Entomology and Director of the Center for Pollinator Research\, Insect Biodiversity Center\, at Penn State University. Join in as we learn about how we can improve the health of land in Pennsylvania around our homes\, businesses\, and government buildings by managing for pollinators and working with natural species.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/land-management-best-practices-for-ecosystem-health-and-pollinators/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T160000
DTSTAMP:20260524T183950
CREATED:20230322T000351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185219Z
UID:5164-1681398000-1681401600@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program: Voucher Program Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: DOE \nThe Department of Energy (DOE) has launched a webinar series to provide more information about the grant application process\, vouchers option\, and the DOE technical assistance available to support eligible entities. \nThe EECBG Program is a flexible formula grant program which is designed to be flexible and to meet local needs. Over 2700+ states\, local governments\, and tribes are eligible for the funds\, which will support strategies to increase energy efficiency\, cut emissions\, and reduce energy use in communities that will serve more than 250 million Americans. There are 15 different eligible use areas\, ranging from developing energy efficiency and conservation strategies\, to deploying electric vehicle infrastructure\, to installing renewable energy technologies. To determine if your organization is eligible for funds\, see here for local governments\, tribes\, and states and territories.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/energy-efficiency-and-conservation-block-grant-program-voucher-program-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230415T235959
DTSTAMP:20260524T183950
CREATED:20230323T223118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185219Z
UID:5170-1681344000-1681603199@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Race + IP '23: "The Imperial Scholar" Revisited
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: The University of Pittsburgh School of Law\, Center on Race and Social Problems \nRace + IP is a conference dedicated to cultivating community and collaboration around the study of race\, coloniality\, and intellectual properties. The inaugural conference was held in 2017 at Boston College\, with subsequent conferences being held at NYU Law School in 2019 and Florida A&M University College of Law in 2021. This year\, the University of Pittsburgh School of the Law\, where Derrick Bell attended law school\, will be hosting the event. The conference is intended to create a productive intellectual space for considering how frameworks such as Critical Race Studies (CRS)\, Third World Approaches to International Law (TWAIL)\, Ethnic Studies\, Black Studies\, Asian American Studies\, and more can help to illuminate the inequities that arise in copyright\, patent\, trademark\, right of publicity\, trade secret\, and unfair competition law.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/race-ip-23-the-imperial-scholar-revisited/
LOCATION:University of Pittsburgh\, 4200 Fifth Avenue
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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