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Blue/Green Stormwater Infrastructure

Virtual

“Blue-green” stormwater infrastructure (BGSI) combines water quality and community enriching benefits of “green” infrastructure coupled with the flood reduction and climate resiliency benefits of “blue” infrastructure. Green stormwater infrastructure typically treats and reduces smaller, more frequent stormwater flows, and blue stormwater infrastructure temporarily stores larger volumes of stormwater without significant reliance on vegetation. BGSI encompasses […]

Moving towards a 21st Century Sustainable, Equitable Future for Pennsylvania

Virtual

Coal demand in the United States has declined precipitously over the last decade and is projected to reach its lowest levels in the coming years. As demand for alternative forms of energy continues to grow, the needs of coal communities must be at the forefront. Our panel of experts will draw on best practices from […]

Solar Seminar Series

Virtual

Presented by: WeConservePA Join WeConservePA for a series of solar seminars following up on the popular Land Conservation Conference session on utility-scale solar development. As energy transitions continue to expand nationally, and in the Commonwealth, utility scale solar is being seen as becoming one of the key energy sources of our future. For these sessions, we […]

Solar Seminar Series

Virtual

Presented by: WeConservePA Join WeConservePA for a series of solar seminars following up on the popular Land Conservation Conference session on utility-scale solar development. As energy transitions continue to expand nationally, and in the Commonwealth, utility scale solar is being seen as becoming one of the key energy sources of our future. For these sessions, we […]

Where Flooding Occurs and How You Can Find Out

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 […]

Online Open House

Virtual

Provided by: Port Authority We heard all your needs, ideas, and big dreams for the future of our transit system. We’ve analyzed the numbers and assessed the investment feasibility to create a transit project map and a slate of programs for our 25-year planning horizon. Join us to hear and give your input on the […]

Preparation & Mitigation for Flooding

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 […]

Advancing Your Organization's Carbon-Reduction Goals

Virtual

Presented by: Sustainable Pittsburgh, CEOs for Sustainability, and Chatham University's Falk School of Sustainability and Environment Reducing your organization’s carbon emissions can cut energy costs; build your brand’s reputation with employees, customers, and other stakeholders; spur innovation; and even increase your bottom line — all while helping to address the climate crisis. So how do […]

Responding to Flooding

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 […]

Ordinances (SALDO) and Stormwater Ordinance Enforcement

Virtual

Subdivision and land development ordinances (SALDO) are the most common form of land use regulation in Pennsylvania. In this workshop, we will discuss all things SALDO including MPC requirements, how to adopt a SALDO, review processes, updating ordinances, how stormwater management relates to a SALDO, and lessons learned along the way.