Sustainable Pittsburgh

Dinner and a Documentary: Sustainability Pioneers
2017-03-07 17:30 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Carnegie Mellon University, Cohon University Center, 5000 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Millions of people in the most vulnerable regions around the world are already being forced to leave their homes because of climate change. Almost 40 percent of all the US carbon emissions come from buildings, both residential and commercial. In many European countries energy efficient, climate friendly homes are common. These low-carbon homes are popping up around the US too. In the ninth episode of Sustainability Pioneers, Home Sweet Home, we follow a couple who is building a “passive house” – a tightly insulated low energy home – in the Pittsburgh area. We also visit a 100-percent electric straw bale house in Butler County and explore how performing an energy audit in an old home can reduce energy bills and climate pollution.
GBA, PHWPA, Carnegie Mellon University, and CCI will host a Sustainability Pioneers screening and the premiere of the 9th episode on March 7.

SCREENING: "Fenceline - a company town divided
2017-03-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Pittsburgh Mennonite Church, 2018 S Braddock Avenue, Swissvale, PA, United States
This film is presented as part of the Unite 100 Justice for All Film Series, presented by 350 Pittsburgh’s Unite 100 Campaign with the support of Sprout Fund’s 100 Days of US, in collaboration with Marcellus Protest.
Parking is available. There is a small lot very close to the church, there is on street parking, and public parking lot 2 blocks away which will be marked. All are welcome!
FILM OVERVIEW:
Named after a refinery now owned by Shell Oil, Norco, Louisiana, is home to two distinct communities – one black and one white. Though separated by mere blocks, their realities are worlds apart. A modern David and Goliath story, this movie follows the struggle of a retired teacher and the all-black Diamond Community as they pressure Shell Chemical Company to offer a fair relocation plan for the whole community.
Watch the trailer.
Conversation after movie with Thaddeus Popovich, Allegheny County Clean Air Now

Libations for Donations
2017-03-02 16:30 - 18:30 | Franktuary - Lawrenceville, 3810 Butler St, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Sustainable Pittsburgh Restaurants are partnering with Wigle Whiskey and 412 Food Rescue to raise money in order to help prepare hot, fresh, healthy meals for local Pittsburghers in need. When you visit these happy hours, enjoy tasty bites, free samples of Wigle Whiskey products, and a featured specialty cocktail. For each specialty cocktail purchased, host restaurants will remit $1 toward preparation of these meals.
The next Libations for Donations will honor the sustainable commitments of Franktuary at their Lawrenceville location on 3/02/17 from 5:30-7:30pm.

Achieving Diversity and Inclusion for Nonprofits
2017-02-28 08:30 - 10:30 | Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh - Main (Oakland), Classroom A, 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
This special program takes an honest look at the sociocultural dynamics that impact diversity and identify strategic opportunities that will affect personal, interpersonal, and institutional growth within nonprofit organizations. We will explore the costs of prejudice and discrimination, and define ways to foster an understanding and appreciation of our differences in order to create a welcoming and diverse environment that best reflects our core values.
Please join our guest speaker, Chaz Kellem, as he discusses the value and impact of diversity on nonprofits. Learn how to improve cross-cultural communication skills, foster an appreciation of our differences, and create a more welcoming and diverse environment within our staff, board and volunteers. Participants will gain a better understanding of how our commitment to diversity and inclusion directly impacts the clients and communities we serve.
There is no fee to attend this program, but registration is required by calling the Nonprofit Resource Center at 412.622.6277.

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2017-02-27 07:00 - 16:00

Pittsburgh: A global snapshot, a conversation about attracting and keeping diverse talent in our region
2017-02-23 17:00 - 19:00 | Children's Museum of Pittsburgh, 10 Children's Way, Pittsburgh, PA|PA|PA|PA|PA|PA|PA|PA
Wonder how diversity and inclusion affects you and your business? What economic impact does it have in the Pittsburgh region? Join Angélica Ocampo, Executive Director from World Affairs Council and Melanie Harrington, President and Chief Executive Office of Vibrant Pittsburgh on February 23, 2017 for Pittsburgh: A Global Snapshot, a conversation about attracting and keeping diverse talent in our region. The evening includes time for networking, wine and appetizers and a presentation from Angelica and Melanie.

Town Hall Education Forum on Lead Poisoning: Water, Paint, & Soil
2017-02-21 17:00 | Community Empowerment Association: Arts, Culture & Training Center, 7120 Kelly St., Pittsburgh, PA, United States
What’s the plan on preventing and addressing children who have been exposed to lead poisoning? Lead poisoning is 100% preventable.
Lead buildup in the body causes serious health problems, symptoms of which include headaches, irritability, abdominal pain, anemia, and others. Additional complications come into play for children, as lead can affect developing nerves and brains.
Several invited guests including elected officials and representatives from the Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority, Allegheny County Health Department, Family Court, local magistrates and judges, Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh, Allegheny County Economic Development’s Lead Abatement Program, Alma Illery Medicat Center, Homewood Community Development Collaborative, and ACLU.
Presented by Community Empowerment Association

Building a Resilient, Smart and Sustainable City: The Energy-Water Nexus
2017-02-16 16:00 - 18:00 | Carnegie Mellon University, McConomy Auditorium, Cohon University Center, 5000 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Energy and water are the world’s two most critical resources, yet their vital interconnections and vulnerabilities are less often recognized. Smart, resilient cities are tackling these connection points head on – metropolitan areas like Pittsburgh, known as the “city of three rivers.” Always a center for groundbreaking ideas – from the earliest days as the center for industry to the recently launched p4 Initiative and upcoming Climate Action Plan 3.0, Pittsburgh leads the country as a thriving hub of innovation, technology, education, environmental stewardship, and sustainability.
You’re invited to join the conversation with a gathering of national thought leaders and distinguished guests in discussing the issues and opportunities surrounding the Nexus of Energy and Water management, both nationally and in Pittsburgh. The evening event will feature a keynote speaker followed by insights from a panel of experts from around the country.
The event is free. Doors open at 4:45 pm.
Keynote Speaker:
Dr. Michael E. Webber, Deputy Director
Energy Institute
Panelists
Rich Fitzgerald, Allegheny County Executive
Allegheny County
Bill Peduto, Mayor
City of Pittsburgh
Philip Mezey, Chief Executive Officer
Itron Inc.
Morgan O’Brien, President and Chief Executive Officer
Peoples Natural Gas
Richard Riazzi, President and Chief Executive Officer
Duquesne Light Holdings, Duquesne Light Company
Rick Stafford, MetroLab and Metro21 Founder and Distinguished Service Professor
Carnegie Mellon University Heinz College
Moderators
Dr. Jared L. Cohon, Director for Wilton E. Scott Institute for Energy Innovation, President Emeritus and University Professor, Civil and Environmental Engineering & Engineering and Public Policy
Anna J. Siefken, Associate Director for Innovation and Strategic Partnerships, Wilton E. Scott Institute for Energy Innovation

An event brought to you by: Itron Inc., Duquesne Light Company, the City of Pittsburgh, Peoples Natural Gas and CMU’s Wilton E. Scott Institute for Energy Innovation
