Building Vibrant Communities: Resilient Space Strategies
2025-05-13 16:00 - 17:30 (America/New_York)
Provided by: Green Building Alliance

This workshop will look at common risks such as extreme heat, precipitation, flood, drought, wildfires and poor air quality, and see examples of resilient buildings in communities at similar risk. Participants in this workshop will walk away with a self-constructed toolkit to assist in advocacy for more energy efficient and resilient changes in the buildings in their neighborhoods, as well as compliance with Pittsburgh climate and resilience ordinances.

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City of Pittsburgh Hazard Mitigation Plan
2025-05-15 14:00 - 15:30
Provided by: City of Pittsburgh

Earlier this year, the City began efforts to establish a Hazard Mitigation Plan to address a wide range of threats like fires, train accidents and landslides. In light of last week’s storm and as a result of the Mayor’s Executive Order, that effort will now be expanded to account for the increasing frequency and severity of storms exacerbated by climate change.

As part of this process, the city will host a Zoom Webinar to allow residents to learn more about the plan and how they can get involved in shaping the city’s future climate resilience strategy.

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Public Safety Facilities as Leaders in Resilience
2025-05-27 09:00 - 10:30
Presented by: Green Building Alliance

Explore regional examples of EMS buildings leading the way in resilience. Through their stories, learn how renewable energy installations, energy-efficient upgrades, and sustainable design can reduce utility and operational costs, create healthier environments for first responders, and help emergency buildings better serve their communities by becoming more self-sufficient and disaster-ready.

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Community Engagement for Industrial Decarbonization Projects
2025-05-28 12:00 - 13:30
Provided by SWPA Municipal Project Hub

This webinar will cover the requirement that large projects utilizing the Community Benefits Bonus have a commitment to a Community Benefits Agreement – speakers will explain the difference between a plan and an agreement and how to meet the requirement.

This webinar is specifically designed for medium and large industrial firms-including manufacturers, energy producers, mining, and construction companies who are considering or preparing RISE PA applications. Sustainability leads, project managers, compliance teams, and community relations staff will also benefit from attending.

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Energy Transitions: Building Strategic Resilience in Energy
2025-05-29 13:00 - 14:00
Provided by the University of Pittsburgh

In this webinar, attendees will hear from leading industry experts: Dr. Kris Ramanadhan, former Vice President ExxonMobil China, Albrecht Powell, Managing Director, Data and Applied Intelligence at Accenture, and Dr. Ravi Madhavan, Professor at the University of Pittsburgh. This webinar will consist of a collaborative discussion on the latest developments in energy transitions, the existential threat to businesses, and resilient strategies given an unpredictable and unprecedented future.

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Solar Punk Future
2025-05-29 13:00 - 18:00
Organized by: ReImagine Jobs, Geek Art/Green Innovators, New Sun Rising, Communitopia, involveMINT, The Climate Reality Project, The Breathe Project, and The League of Women Voters of Pennsylvania Citizen Education Fund

At Solar Punk Future 2025, attendees will immerse themselves in a dynamic fusion of interactive art exhibits, mesmerizing performances, thought-provoking discussions, and a sustainability-focused job fair. Whether you’re an eco-enthusiast, a tech aficionado, or simply intrigued by a greener tomorrow, there’s an experience tailored just for you.

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Inspire Speakers Series presents: Building Resilient Communities
2025-05-29 17:00 - 20:30 | Spartan Community Center, 134 E Elizabeth St, Pittsburgh, 15207
Presented by Green Building Alliance

Join Green Building Alliance and an outstanding roster of speakers May 29 at the Spartan Community Center, as they explore the stories and strategies of regional leaders who are building community resilience, modernizing the built environment, strengthening social networks, and constructing healthy, vibrant, and significant spaces where people can thrive.

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Inspire Speakers Series Resilient Community Workshops
2025-05-30 11:00 - 18:30 | GBA Office, 317 E. Carson Street, Pittsburgh
Presented by Green Building Alliance

Local nonprofits, neighborhood developers, and residents are leading the way in resilience by adapting infrastructure, improving building performance and health, reducing energy demand and protecting communities from outages, mitigating flood and other severe weather risks, increasing opportunity in the workforce, and engaging deeply with their communities to address their most critical needs. Join Green Building Alliance and fellow changemakers as they explore grassroots sustainability and resilience efforts across our region. Participants can look forward to sharing ideas and strategies for strengthening communities and increasing the longevity of places where people can thrive.

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SCDN Policy Connection: Moving the Region - Exploring an Equitable Transit Future
2025-06-05 12:00 - 13:30
Join Sustainable Pittsburgh for a dynamic webinar focused on the future of public transportation in Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, and the broader 10-county southwestern Pennsylvania region. As our region faces the threat of significant transit cuts, the need for a fully funded and equitable transit system has never been more urgent. This session will dive into the challenges at hand, including the impact on our communities, and explore how we can avoid a future of reduced access and mobility.

We’ll also take a broader look at transit systems across the U.S. and around the world, examining success stories we can learn from. From sustainable, environmentally friendly solutions to economically thriving, connected communities, we’ll explore what a properly funded public transit system can look like and why it’s critical to our region’s long-term resilience and prosperity.

Experts will discuss the latest updates on public transit in our region, share strategies for advocating for its further investment, and highlight best practices for building a thriving, connected, and equitable region. Register today to learn how we can shape a transit system that works for everyone—driving economic growth, climate action, and social equity.

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Jaspal Singh (he/him)

Senior Director – Membership and Global Operations (MGO)

UITP (International Association of Public Transport)

Catherine Tulley (she/her)

Manager of Environmental Programs

Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission

Ryan Warsing (he/him)

Director of Sustainability

Pittsburgh Regional Transit

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Municipal staff

Local elected officials

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Individual users of public transit

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Three Rivers Waterkeeper presents What’s in Pittsburgh’s Rivers
2025-06-10 11:00 - 12:00
Join the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to learn about your local waterways, how to advocate for clean water, and local riparian ecology. Participants will learn how to spot and report water pollution and what makes our rivers and streams so great!

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City of Pittsburgh Comprehensive Plan: Just Transition
2025-06-12 17:00 - 20:00
Join the City of Pittsburgh to explore what a “Just Transition” means for our communities:

Ensuring new development benefits current residents

Creating job opportunities across all neighborhoods

Implementing environmental improvements citywide

Giving all communities a meaningful voice in decisions

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Sustainability + Building Tour Series: Pollinator Friendly Garden
2025-06-15 13:00 - 14:30
Join the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy for the first of their Sustainability + Building Tour series with the aim of sharing ideas and creating community around sustainability issues. The Frick Environmental Center is one of the greenest buildings in the world, boasting LEED Platinum and Living Building Certification. The philosophy of the Living Building Challenge imagines buildings that improve—rather than degrade– the environment around them. For this tour, we’ll be spending more time in the native plant and pollinator garden on the building’s campus, learning various species of plants that improve the Frick Environmental Center’s campus for other creatures beyond humans.

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Oakland Restaurant Week
2025-06-16 08:00 - 2025-06-21 22:00
The Oakland Business Improvement District (OBID) invites food lovers and neighborhood supporters to enjoy a week-long celebration of the neighborhood’s restaurant scene during Oakland Restaurant Week, happening June 16th–21st.

This special event showcases the diverse dining options that makes Oakland one of Pittsburgh’s most flavorful and thriving neighborhoods. From tacos and burgers, to sweet treats and sushi, Oakland Restaurant Week will highlight exclusive specials and promotions from beloved local spots including Stack’d, Smashed Waffles, Dave and Andy’s Ice Cream, Viva Los Tacos, Sushi Atarashi, and many more. Whatever your craving Oakland Restaurant Week offers the perfect opportunity to explore what makes Oakland’s small businesses so special.

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Construction Budget Resource Launch
2025-06-16 14:00 - 15:00
Join the Environmental Protection Network (EPN) and the Community Engineering Corps (CECorps) to launch and walk through their new construction budget guide to support Environmental Justice nonprofits and communities in planning budgets for construction projects.

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2025 One Water Summit
2025-07-08 08:00 - 2025-07-11 17:00
Join the US Water Alliance and hundreds of top water leaders in Pittsburgh, PA for One Water Summit 2025! One Water Summit is the premier national conference focused on sustainable, integrated, and inclusive approaches to managing water. One Water Summit is a one-of-a kind event that connects, inspires, and aligns those who are working to secure our nation’s water future.

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Allegheny County Eco Night
2025-07-13 17:30 - 19:30 | Hartwood Acres Amphitheater, 4000 Middle Road, Allison Park, Pennsylvania, 15101
Presented by Allegheny County’s Sustainability Department

Join Allegheny County’s Sustainability Department for the 2025 Eco Night on Sunday, July 13, 2025 from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm at the beautiful Hartwood Acres amphitheater. This family-friendly, zero-waste event is a great opportunity to boost eco-IQ and learn how to take action to protect the local environment and community through hands-on activities, demonstrations, games, and more.

All food trucks onsite use eco-friendly packaging, and appropriate waste disposable stations will be available throughout the event area. Eco Night will be followed by an amazing free concert by Mo Lowda and the Humble. Learn more here.

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PA Rising Gathering – Maximizing Project Competitiveness with Technical Assistance, Best Practices, Networking and Collaboration
2025-07-16 09:00 - 16:00 | Energy Innovation Center, 1435 Bedford Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15219, United States
Presented by ReImagine Appalachia

Organizations and experts will convene at the Energy Innovation Center in Pittsburgh to get technical assistance support from RISE PA for their grant applications.

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Grants Cafe: Grant Writing & Training Funding for Smaller PA Municipalities
2025-07-30 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Presented by Grant Professionals of Western PA

The “Municipal Grant Assistance Program Act” (House Bill No. 1560) has passed through several Committees in the PA House of Representatives and is pending passage (as of this posting). This legislation addresses a gap in expertise and resources for smaller municipalities to pursue economic development grants by offering funding assistance through the Department of Community and Economic Development to hire professional grant writers and trainers registered with the PA Bureau of Charitable Organizations. This session will provide up-to-date information about the content and status of this legislation, and a discussion of the possible impact. Federal grant issues and dilemmas may also be discussed as time allows.

Presenter: Katherine FH Heart, GPC, M.Ed., is a Grant Consultant/Writer and GPA Approved Trainer at Heart Resources, LLC. She has provided comprehensive grant services and training to nonprofits and municipalities in Western PA and nationally for 23 years.

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SCDN Policy Connection: Stormwater Management & Hazard Mitigation for Municipalities
2025-08-07 12:00 - 13:15
Join Sustainable Pittsburgh for a timely webinar on how Pennsylvania communities can strengthen stormwater systems and hazard response plans in the face of increasingly extreme weather.

Recent storms have overwhelmed parts of the state causing flash flooding, infrastructure damage, and public safety concerns. These recurring downpours are becoming more and more common in a changing climate. With annual precipitation up nearly 10% and extreme rain events on the rise, Pennsylvania faces growing risks from flooding, heat waves, windstorms, and freeze-thaw cycles.

This session will explore how local governments can integrate stormwater management and hazard mitigation into long-term community resilience planning. Experts will share best practices, funding opportunities, and tools. We’ll also highlight how these efforts support Sustainable PA certification and help to contribute to a stronger, more equitable future for all residents.

Featured Speakers

Richard Deal, State Hazard Mitigation Officer, PA Emergency Management Agency

Jason Singer, Councilman – Ward 4, Town of McCandless

Beth Uhler, Pennsylvania Director, Center for Watershed Protection

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Local elected officials

Municipal staff

Sustainability professionals

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PGH Area Sustainability Circle - Coffee Chat
2025-08-13 08:00 - 10:00, 2025-09-10 08:00 - 10:00
Join area peers for a casual morning of meaningful networking with professionals and advocates who share a commitment to sustainability.

Whether you are an experienced sustainability leader or just beginning your journey, this event is the perfect opportunity to connect, share ideas, and collaborate on initiatives that drive positive impact.

Come prepared to meet friends new and old, learn from each other, and enjoy some refreshments in a welcoming environment. Together, we can work towards a more sustainable future.

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State of a Just Pittsburgh Public Workshop
2025-08-19 17:00 - 19:00
A public workshop on the “State of a Just Pittsburgh”- our city’s current conditions, our strengths and things we celebrate, our most urgent challenges and risks, and perhaps most importantly, the forces driving change in Pittsburgh over the next 5, 10, 25 years.

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Helping Municipalities Unpack HR1 and Continue Investing in Resilient Solutions
2025-08-26 10:00 - 11:30
This webinar will kick off a series of educational events on the range of impacts of HR1, which will equip municipalities with the information and resources they need to succeed.

The recent passage of H.R.1 – the “One Big Beautiful Bill” – by the U.S. Congress carries significant, cascading implications for a range of funding programs, grants and tax credits. It is critical that Municipal and County officials and staff know how this impacts their projects and plans.

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Unlocking AFIG Funding: Regional Support for Municipal Applications
2025-08-28 11:00 - 12:00
Presented by Duquesne Light Company

Are Old, Inefficient Vehicles A Drain on Your Budget? Are You Considering a New Vehicle Purchase, but an Alternative Fuel Option is Too Expensive?

Join CONNECT, Duquesne Light Company, Pittsburgh Region Clean Cities, and the Southwest PA Municipal Hub for a webinar designed to help municipalities access Pennsylvania’s Alternative Fuels Incentive Grant (AFIG). This session will walk you through the application process, highlight how communities can collaborate to meet the grant’s five-vehicle minimum, and showcase the regional support available to help you succeed. Whether you’re just getting started or ready to apply, this webinar will equip you with the tools and partnerships needed to unlock funding and electrify your fleet.

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Green Building Innovation Expo
2025-09-02 08:30 - 15:00
The Green Building Innovation Expo will highlight the region’s most notable high-performance building projects and feature a morning session led by regional design and construction leaders.

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Eastern Sustainable PA Workshop
2025-09-09 08:00 - 16:00
Presented by Pennsylvania Municipal League

Discover how your community can support – and benefit from – local sustainability efforts. This workshop features:

– Presentations from experienced officials and municipal staff

– Peer discussions on navigating uncertainty

– Practical tools and resources for local climate and energy initiatives

Ideal for:

– Municipal staff in sustainability, planning, or public works

– Elected officials advancing local climate goals

– Community leaders and partners

– Anyone seeking to grow in local government sustainability

Whether you’re new or experienced, this day offers actionable insights and valuable connections.

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KEEA and EEA-NJ’s 2025 Policy Conference
2025-09-10 08:00 - 2025-09-11 16:00 | The Palace at Somerset Park, 333 Davidson Ave., Somerset, New Jersey, 08873
Presented by the Keystone Energy Efficiency Alliance (KEEA) and the Energy Efficiency Alliance of New Jersey (EEA-NJ)

KEEA and EEA-NJ’s 2025 Policy Conference will be all about change—what’s evolving in our industry, how to navigate it, and how to make the most of it. With energy efficiency companies under more pressure than ever to deliver savings and slash emissions, KEEA & EEA-NJ’s flagship Policy Conference remains our region’s best opportunity to understand what’s on the horizon and network with industry movers and shakers.

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Week Without Driving PGH
2025-09-29 08:00 - 2025-10-05 17:00
The Week Without Driving is a nationwide movement to link the needs of disabled individuals and people of all ages with environmental movements and accessible community planning. Together, we will illustrate challenges and opportunities for non-drivers and call for change that improves mobility for all.

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SCDN Policy Connection: Solar Strategies for Local Governments
2025-10-09 12:00 - 13:15
Join Sustainable Pittsburgh for a timely webinar on how Pennsylvania communities can harness solar energy to strengthen budgets, expand clean energy access, and build local resilience.

With rising energy costs and a shifting federal policy landscape, municipalities across the state are seeking reliable, cost-effective solutions to power essential services. Solar power presents a powerful opportunity. Not only to stabilize operating costs for schools, libraries, and municipal buildings, but also to expand equity through community-scale projects that benefit renters and low-income households.

This webinar will explore how local governments can leverage Pennsylvania’s net metering policies, state grant programs, and technical assistance resources to make solar adoption more attainable. Experts will share practical models, funding strategies, and planning approaches that help municipalities lead on clean energy. We’ll highlight how solar can support a stronger, more resilient, and more equitable future for Pennsylvania communities.

Featured Speakers

Bethany Ayers Fisher, Sustainability Manager | City of Reading

Leo Kowalski, Director of Transformation | Pennsylvania Solar Center

Eric Raabe, Director of Infrastructure and Resilience | CONNECT

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Municipal staff

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Community Meeting - Allegheny County Climate Action Plan
2025-10-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Community Forge, 1256 Franklin Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Make your voice heard! Attend an Allegheny County Department of Sustainability community meeting to learn more and provide your feedback about the County’s Climate Action Plan.

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