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SUMMARY:Electric Vehicle Charging Community Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: PennDOT \nLearn about the new National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Program. Provide your thoughts about EVs and the needs in your community.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/electric-vehicle-charging-community-info-session/
LOCATION:Manchester Citizen Corp. Office\, 1319 Allegheny Avenue\, 1st Floor\, Pittsburgh\, PA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220910T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220910T160000
DTSTAMP:20260523T142355
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SUMMARY:ALCOSAN's 2022 Open House
DESCRIPTION:Provided by: ALCOSAN \nJoin ALCOSAN for its award-winning Open House\, Saturday\, September 10\, 2022 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. \nRain or shine\, enjoy a fun-filled day of hands-on environmental exhibits\, wastewater treatment plant and laboratory tours\, microbiology and watershed life demonstrations\, and educational activities for all ages! FREE and Open to the public! \nRegister here. \nPlease note: Registration for tours is required and can be done here. \nCheck out their treatment plant construction underway to support ALCOSAN’s Clean Water Plan.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/alcosans-2022-open-house/
LOCATION:ALCOSAN\, 3300 Preble Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA|PA|PA|PA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220829T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220829T114500
DTSTAMP:20260523T142355
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185229Z
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SUMMARY:ROCIS Intro to the Low Cost Monitoring Project
DESCRIPTION:Provided by: ROCIS \nThe purpose of this project is to explore and clarify the value of and applications for low cost monitoring devices in the context of indoor air quality. While our focus is on dwellings and their residents\, we can accommodate several participants representing workplaces in each cohort—as long as there is a suitable place to locate monitors outside. Monitoring kits are loaned for a period of 4 weeks. The kit includes seven devices to measure particles\, CO (carbon monoxide)\, CO2 (carbon dioxide)\, radon\, temperature\, and humidity. \nTake this webinar to learn more about the LCMP and our upcoming virtual monitoring Cohort 52 (Sept. 15–Oct. 14). A limited number of folks outside of southwest PA can participate in this cohort.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/rocis-intro-to-the-low-cost-monitoring-project-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220828T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220828T201500
DTSTAMP:20260523T142355
CREATED:20220823T203933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185229Z
UID:5109-1661713200-1661717700@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:ROCIS Intro to the Low Cost Monitoring Project
DESCRIPTION:Provided by: ROCIS \nThe purpose of this project is to explore and clarify the value of and applications for low cost monitoring devices in the context of indoor air quality. While our focus is on dwellings and their residents\, we can accommodate several participants representing workplaces in each cohort—as long as there is a suitable place to locate monitors outside. Monitoring kits are loaned for a period of 4 weeks. The kit includes seven devices to measure particles\, CO (carbon monoxide)\, CO2 (carbon dioxide)\, radon\, temperature\, and humidity. \nTake this webinar to learn more about the LCMP and our upcoming virtual monitoring Cohort 52 (Sept. 15–Oct. 14). A limited number of folks outside of southwest PA can participate in this cohort.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/rocis-intro-to-the-low-cost-monitoring-project/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220820T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220820T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T142355
CREATED:20220819T182108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185229Z
UID:5108-1660985100-1661000400@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Household Chemical Collection Event in Allegheny County at Boyce Park
DESCRIPTION:Safely dispose of common household chemicals Saturday\, August 20th\, at Pennsylvania Resource Council’s Household Chemical Collection event. PRC’s collection events are registration based. This allows them to control the flow of traffic into the event\, ensuring an efficient and safe experience for the public and their staff and recycling partners. Learn more and register here!
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/household-chemical-collection-event-in-allegheny-county-at-boyce-park/
LOCATION:Location Boyce Park Four Seasons Ski Lodge Parking Lot\, 754 Center Road\, Piitsburgh\, PA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220810T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220810T143000
DTSTAMP:20260523T142355
CREATED:20220805T162611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185229Z
UID:5107-1660136400-1660141800@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:G.E.T. Solar Communities Round 2 Informational Session
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Pennsylvania Solar Center for their video conference to learn more about G.E.T. Solar Communities\, the latest instalment of the G.E.T. Solar initiative\, wherein they help communities across the commonwealth realize their solar energy potential. \nG.E.T. Solar Communities works with municipalities and community leadership organizations to build community awareness of solar energy and guides businesses and non-profit organizations with the community through the entire solar procurement process. Pennsylvania Solar Center connects them with the technical assistance and financing options that best suits their project\, while providing education and support throughout. \nIf your community has considered going solar\, now is the time!
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/g-e-t-solar-communities-round-2-informational-session/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220728T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220728T103000
DTSTAMP:20260523T142355
CREATED:20220722T180618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185230Z
UID:5104-1658997000-1659004200@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Southwest Pennsylvania Energy Efficiency Roundtable: Solar Project Planning and Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:The SWPA EE Roundtable has teamed up with PA Solar Center and the CCAC North Campus to provide an in-person presentation on the G.E.T. Solar program and showcase CCAC North’s new 543kW solar installment\, which was facilitated by the G.E.T. Solar program. \nPA Solar Center’s G.E.T. Solar program provides technical assistance and financial guidance for organizations across the Commonwealth looking to benefit from solar energy. \nThe SWPA EE Roundtable’s mission is to help businesses and industry in SWPA reduce energy costs through improved energy management\, energy efficiency optimization\, and implementation of cutting-edge technology. The Roundtable provides a forum for large industrial and commercial energy users to share information and learn from experts on various energy topics\, from energy efficiency technologies to energy management strategies.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/southwest-pennsylvania-energy-efficiency-roundtable-solar-project-planning-and-opportunities/
LOCATION:Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC) North Campus\, Room 3002\, 8701 Perry Highway\, Pittsburgh\, PA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220705T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220705T140000
DTSTAMP:20260523T142355
CREATED:20220624T182608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185230Z
UID:5103-1657018800-1657029600@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:E-Waste Collection
DESCRIPTION:Provided by: PRC \nAt no cost\, participants can drop off cell/home phones\, computer towers and peripheral equipment (keyboards\, laptops\, mice\, etc.) and video game consoles/DVD players. \nFor an additional fee\, individuals can drop off televisions\, computer monitors and printers.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/e-waste-collection/
LOCATION:Pennsylvania
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220626T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220626T140000
DTSTAMP:20260523T142355
CREATED:20220615T194555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185230Z
UID:5102-1656237600-1656252000@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Open Streets - Downtown to Lawrenceville
DESCRIPTION:Penn Avenue and Butler Street are yours for the day\, so lace up your sneakers or pump up your bike tires! Come out to Explore hundreds of businesses from Market Square to the Strip District to Lawrenceville on our most popular route yet!
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/open-streets-downtown-to-lawrenceville/
LOCATION:Pennsylvania
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220621T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220621T153000
DTSTAMP:20260523T142355
CREATED:20220615T194115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185230Z
UID:5101-1655802000-1655825400@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:League Sustainability Web Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join the Pennsylvania Municipal League for their 2022 League Sustainability Conference.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/league-sustainability-web-conference/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220621T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220621T103000
DTSTAMP:20260523T142355
CREATED:20220429T202120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185232Z
UID:5096-1655800200-1655807400@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:BRIDGE TO 2030
DESCRIPTION:Provided by: Green Building Alliance \nJoin GBA’s 2030 District team for breakfast and networking at the Highline; learn about the intersection of Building Science and Data Science and latest updates from Duquesne Light Co.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/bridge-to-2030/
LOCATION:The Highline Conference Center\, 317 East Carson Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220618T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220618T180000
DTSTAMP:20260523T142355
CREATED:20220603T190448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185231Z
UID:5100-1655553600-1655575200@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Allegheny SolarFest
DESCRIPTION:Provided by: Solar United Neighbors (SUN) \nAllegheny SolarFest is a fun\, festive outdoor celebration of all things solar\, full of music\, great food\, and lots of solar! Join to learn about solar\, connect with solar installers and related businesses\, and check out the latest electric vehicle models! \nThis year’s event will take place at Hazelwood’s Green Plaza – Mill 19\, former J & L Steel mill. This site now features 2-megawatt solar installation – the largest solar installation in the country on a sloped roof- at the Hazelwood Green Plaza. You can expect a full day of education\, community involvement\, regions largest EV car show and live entertainment. See you under the sun!
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/allegheny-solarfest/
LOCATION:Hazelwood Green\, 4501 Lytle Street\, Pittsburgh\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220615T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220617T133000
DTSTAMP:20260523T142355
CREATED:20220331T205003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185232Z
UID:5089-1655294400-1655472600@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:2022 Nature of Place Symposium\, "The Voice of Change"
DESCRIPTION:Provided by: Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens \nThis year\, our symposium theme is “metamorphosis.” One of the largest obstacles in our human response to environmental issues like climate change has nothing to do with technology\, knowledge\, or intelligence: it’s human behavior and mindset. We often fear change\, struggle to authentically communicate with those around us\, and feel like we lack the tools to influence decision makers. With all of this in mind\, the goal of Nature of Place: The Voice of Change is to help us connect to our communities\, reconnect with the natural world\, and catalyze real and lasting change towards climate action and an equitable green future.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/2022-nature-of-place-symposium-the-voice-of-change/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220526T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220526T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T142355
CREATED:20220413T222157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185232Z
UID:5093-1653566400-1653570000@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Metrics that Matter: Evaluating Green Stormwater Infrastructure Performance
DESCRIPTION:Provided by: Water Resources Center \nGreen stormwater infrastructure (GSI) is being implemented with greater and greater frequency throughout the country in order to meet water quality goals\, enhance our communities\, improve climate change resiliency\, and even reduce costs. It is considered an important tool for communities addressing source reduction\, particularly under the recent municipal consent orders distributed to communities by the Allegheny County Health Department and PA Department of Environmental Protection. But how do owners and/or operators know if the GSI is doing what it was designed to do? During this session\, stormwater program managers\, governments\, community organizations\, and even design professionals will learn methods for assessing the effectiveness of GSI and the complexities and compromises that should be considered when performing an assessment of installed GSI practices. To that end\, this presentation will explore the “metrics that matter” for every stage of a GSI project\, from initial site planning to design methodologies to construction phase evaluations and ultimately to postconstruction performance monitoring. The goal is to provide municipal and design communities with a practical framework of the available and emerging resources and tools necessary to deliver GSI projects that will pass the test of time\, especially in an increasingly complex social environment and in a changing climate.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/metrics-that-matter-evaluating-green-stormwater-infrastructure-performance/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220524T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220524T193000
DTSTAMP:20260523T142355
CREATED:20220429T201512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185232Z
UID:5095-1653409800-1653420600@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:PITTSBURGH 2030 DISTRICT PROGRESS REPORT RECEPTION
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Green Building Alliance. \nJoin GBA’s 2030 District team for the return of our in-person celebration of property partners in the Pittsburgh 2030 District!
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/pittsburgh-2030-district-progress-report-reception-3/
LOCATION:The National Aviary\, 700 Arch Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220519T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220519T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T142355
CREATED:20220429T205203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185231Z
UID:5097-1652972400-1652979600@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Climate Change: The Cost of Inaction
DESCRIPTION:Provided by: E2 \nClimate change is now a serious economic issue. Last year\, climate-related disasters inflicted nearly $150 billion in damage to America’s economy. In Pennsylvania alone\, climate disasters led by Hurricane Ida cost the Commonwealth between $2 billion – $5 billion\, according to NOAA. And that’s not including\nrising insurance rates\, increased food costs from flooding and drought\, lost worker productivity and other expenses that are hitting businesses in the balance sheet and every Pennsylvanian in the pocketbook. The good news is that we can blunt the growing cost of climate change while simultaneously creating\njobs\, driving new economic growth and attracting new investments through smart climate and clean energy policies now being considered in Harrisburg and Washington\, DC. Please join fellow business leaders\, policymakers and E2 to learn more and help create a brighter\, more prosperous Pennsylvania.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/climate-change-the-cost-of-inaction/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Featured Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220516T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220517T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T142355
CREATED:20220107T010116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185235Z
UID:5077-1652688000-1652806800@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Redefining Equity\, Equality\, and Justice in Community Development
DESCRIPTION:Provided by: Pittsburgh Community Reinvestment Group \n12th Annual Community Development Summit. Details to follow.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/redefining-equity-equality-and-justice-in-community-development/
LOCATION:Pennsylvania
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220511T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220512T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T142355
CREATED:20220329T192150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185232Z
UID:5088-1652256000-1652374800@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Forging the Future for Energy Efficiency
DESCRIPTION:11th Annual Policy Conference provided by KEEA
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/forging-the-future-for-energy-efficiency-2/
LOCATION:Philadelphia Navy Yard
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220511T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220512T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T142355
CREATED:20220302T232531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185233Z
UID:5085-1652256000-1652374800@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Forging the Future for Energy Efficiency
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: KEEA \nForging the Future for Energy Efficiency is back! Join us Wednesday\, May 11 and Thursday\, May 12 for two full days of energy efficiency programming. Learn\, network\, and re-connect at our first in-person event of 2022.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/forging-the-future-for-energy-efficiency/
LOCATION:Philadelphia Navy Yard
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220428T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220428T203000
DTSTAMP:20260523T142355
CREATED:20220413T221103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185232Z
UID:5091-1651167000-1651177800@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:PA Solar Center Solar Soiree
DESCRIPTION:Provided by: PA Solar Center \nJoin the PA Solar Center for their first fundraiser in a luminous evening filled with music\, inspirational speakers\, fun\, and friends as they celebrate their successes over the past few years and look to the future of expanding clean energy across the state.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/pa-solar-center-solar-soiree/
LOCATION:Energy Innovation Center\, 1435 Bedford Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220428T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220428T123000
DTSTAMP:20260523T142355
CREATED:20220422T220356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185232Z
UID:5094-1651145400-1651149000@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:DISCOVER x UNTITLED OPEN TALKS
DESCRIPTION:Provided by UNTITLED \nThis talk will feature Democratic Society (Demsoc)\, a non-profit based in Brussels with offices across Europe. Demsoc works to create a democracy that works for everyone. This includes democratizing climate action and involving people in the transition to a just\, resilient climate future. Because Climate Action enables us a future and Democracy allows it to be a future for all. Their Climate Programme has been working with over 14 cities across Europe\, collaborating with governments at all levels\, citizen-led initiatives\, funders\, researchers\, and other nonprofits to achieve climate resilience through democratic means\, what DemSoc terms ‘climate democracy’. This talk will highlight DemSoc’s fresh findings on working with change-hesitant cities. Hesitancy or resistance must be only part of the journey\, not the end\, and it is important to find ways to mobilize action even in settings that are hesitant to act. In such settings\, Strategies for a Networked Approach can catalyze and sustain ongoing shifts toward climate democracy.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/discover-x-untitled-open-talks/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220427T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220427T143000
DTSTAMP:20260523T142355
CREATED:20220311T213726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185232Z
UID:5086-1651064400-1651069800@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Tapping Opportunities in the Circular Economy
DESCRIPTION:Provided by: Sustainable Pittsburgh and CEOs for Sustainability \nThe world consumed record high levels of virgin materials in 2021\, even as reuse and recycling rates remain stagnant. In addition to polluting our air\, soil\, and waterways\, the throwaway economy deepens social inequity through low wages and environmental costs borne mostly by marginalized communities. The opportunity goes far beyond reuse\, repair\, and recycling. By transitioning to a circular economy\, manufacturers and communities can build upstream\, regenerative solutions that engage the human-powered efforts that often already exist and bring new innovations to scale.  \nJoin us as presenters describe how they are creating circular economies that provide dignified work\, turn waste into feedstocks\, reduce greenhouse gas emissions\, bolster the supply chain\, stimulate innovation\, and benefit the bottom line. Learn about circular economy opportunities and practical considerations. \n 
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/tapping-opportunities-in-the-circular-economy/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Sustainable Pittsburgh Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220422T200000
DTSTAMP:20260523T142355
CREATED:20220413T215212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185232Z
UID:5090-1650650400-1650657600@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Earth Day Extravaganza
DESCRIPTION:Join the Center for Creative Reuse this Earth Day for a virtual extravaganza celebrating art and the environment. \n\nLearn about Earth Day! We will share some facts about Earth Day and tidbits of its history.\nLearn about Creative Reuse! We will also be sharing the story of our organization\, as well as information about the concept of Creative Reuse.\nHear from amazing artists! Enjoy two artist-talks with local reuse artists Naomi Chambers and Brad Bianchi and learn about their work\, processes\, and the materials they use.\nMake Art! You can opt to add a project kit to your ticket purchase\, which will include an array of plastic objects to create a unique piece of reuse art. There will be dedicated making time towards the end of the event.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/earth-day-extravaganza/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220420T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220420T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T142355
CREATED:20220413T221845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185232Z
UID:5092-1650456000-1650459600@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Large-scale Solar Development: Water Quality Risk\, or Green Infrastructure? The PV-SMaRT Project
DESCRIPTION:Provided by: Water Resource Center \nSolar energy is now the least expensive form of electric energy generation in world.  Consequently\, the market for solar energy projects is surging\, with large-scale projects being proposed in every state in the nation.  Large-scale PV solar projects\, in particular\, present unique and uncertain risks and opportunities to water quality and watershed functions.  The U.S. Department of Energy funded the Photovoltaic Stormwater Management Research and Testing (PV-SMaRT) project to evaluate water quality impacts of large-scale solar development.  The study will create solar-specific runoff coefficients that consider type of ground cover\, soil type\, hydrology\, slope\, and solar array design based on field testing across the nation and 3-D modeling. The project will also engage permit jurisdictions (authorities having jurisdiction\, AHJs)\, from local to federal\, to disseminate the findings and identify permitting best practices to make permitting transparent and predictable and improve water quality outcomes in our nation’s surface waters. One potential implication of the study is understanding the conditions under which conversion of agricultural or disturbed land to solar development with appropriate ground cover could meet green infrastructure goals of improving water quality outcomes within impaired watersheds.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/large-scale-solar-development-water-quality-risk-or-green-infrastructure-the-pv-smart-project/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220420T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220420T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T142355
CREATED:20220302T215228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185233Z
UID:5084-1650456000-1650459600@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Environmental Racism and the Climate Crisis
DESCRIPTION:Join the YWCA for their Action Conversation: Environmental Racism and the Climate Crisis \nLow-income women in communities of color are disproportionately burdened by environmental problems\, including the extreme weather caused by climate change. We must act together now to enact policies that address the climate crisis and its ongoing connection to indigenous injustice\, racism\, and gender inequality. \nParticipants can register for this Action Conversations via Zoom\, at the link below\, or join through Facebook Live. \n 
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/environmental-racism-and-the-climate-crisis/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Featured Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220316T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220316T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T142355
CREATED:20220314T194749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185232Z
UID:5087-1647432000-1647435600@sustainablepittsburgh.org
SUMMARY:Preparing Your Community for Solar Development: the SolSmart Program and Technical Assistance
DESCRIPTION:Provided by: Water Resources Center \nLocal governments have tremendous influence over the prospects for\, and shape of\, solar energy growth. The solar industry is a leading source of American job creation and attracting solar investment in your community is a great way to promote economic development and new jobs. Solar resources are inherently local and can benefit the community directly as energy sources.  However\, solar development – from the rooftop to the solar farm – presents both opportunity and risk to the community. Many communities are poorly equipped to navigate the issues of local solar development. The national SolSmart program (funded by the U.S. Department of Energy) offers free technical assistance to communities for navigating risks and capturing opportunities as the solar industry ramps up. This workshop will describe the burgeoning market for solar energy and solar development\, the components of ensuring your community is “solar-ready” to both capture benefits and minimize risks\, and the solar-ready certification process and technical assistance opportunities.  Water quality and watershed issues will be addressed.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/preparing-your-community-for-solar-development-the-solsmart-program-and-technical-assistance/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220315T103000
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SUMMARY:Bridge to 2030: Embodied Carbon and Existing Buildings
DESCRIPTION:Provided by: GBA \nEmbodied carbon consists of all the greenhouse gas emissions associated with building construction\, including those that arise from extracting\, transporting\, manufacturing\, and installing building materials on site\, as well as the operational and end-of-life emissions associated with those materials. While operational carbon and energy use reductions are critical to reducing impacts of the built environment\, project teams\, owners and operators must also consider the impacts of a building’s embodied carbon. \nThis topic has been on the minds of green building industry stakeholders for years\, and while it remains abstract or mysterious to some\, interest continues to grow as it becomes more tangible to more people – and as it becomes a larger portion of our buildings’ overall impacts.  In an interview about coming trends in the green building industry in early 2021\, GBA member Pete Jefferson listed embodied carbon as one to watch\, as the conversation has been evolving rapidly. \nAt this event\, we will explore what embodied carbon is\, how it relates to operational carbon\, what it means for existing buildings\, and how building operators can take advantage of retrofit opportunities to maintain low embodied carbon throughout the life of their buildings. Our speakers represent local expertise related to products and materials\, sustainable building standards\, building science\, and operations.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/bridge-to-2030-embodied-carbon-and-existing-buildings/
LOCATION:Frick Environmental Center
CATEGORIES:Featured Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220314T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220315T235959
DTSTAMP:20260523T142355
CREATED:20220212T014748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185233Z
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SUMMARY:8th Annual PA Renewables Summit 2022
DESCRIPTION:Join the Renewables Work for PA (RW4PA) coalition\, the PA Solar & Storage Industries Association (PASSIA)\, and the Mid-Atlantic Renewables Energy Coalition (MAREC Action) for the 8th Annual Renewables Summit and Advocacy Day 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.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/8th-annual-pa-renewables-summit-2022/
LOCATION:Shenley Plaza\, 4100 Forbes Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220310T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220310T140000
DTSTAMP:20260523T142355
CREATED:20220205T002049Z
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SUMMARY:Embodied Carbon: Why It Matters for Your Carbon-Reduction Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Sustainable Pittsburgh and CEOs for Sustainability \nYou have a handle on the greenhouse gas emissions associated with your organization’s operations\, and maybe you’ve even inventoried them as a basis for your carbon-reduction strategy. But what about emissions generated over the life cycle of the buildings you operate from? How about emissions generated over the entire life cycle of your products?  \nAccording to Architecture 2030\, embodied carbon will account for almost half of total new construction emissions between now and 2050. That makes for an incredible opportunity to reduce the emissions associated with buildings\, from the extraction\, manufacture\, and selection of the building materials through construction processes to occupancy. Suppliers of building materials have reduced their carbon emissions and achieved market advantage through Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs)\, attesting to their low-carbon designs. Following this strategy\, manufacturers from other sectors are evaluating ways to reduce embodied carbon. Brands as diverse as Logitech\, Dove soap\, Lipton teas\, and Adidas are moving toward carbon footprint labels on their products. What are the opportunities for your organization?
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/embodied-carbon-why-it-matters-for-your-carbon-reduction-strategy/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Sustainable Pittsburgh Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220302T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220302T140000
DTSTAMP:20260523T142355
CREATED:20220225T201535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T185233Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Distinguished Lecture: Accelerating Our Path to a Carbon Negative Society
DESCRIPTION:Join the Scott Institute for Energy Innovation at Carnegie Mellon University for a Distinguished Lecture featuring Shashank Samala. \nThe lecture and discussion will focus on the engineering and robotics challenges behind scaling a direct carbon capture technology. \nShashank Samala is CEO at Heirloom\, a company whose goal is to remove carbon dioxide out of the air at a gigaton scale by 2035 to help reverse climate change. He grew up in southeast India where he saw first-hand impacts of climate change on some of the world’s most vulnerable people. \nShashank was previously Entrepreneur in Residence at Carbon180\, a leading climate policy NGO working solely on atmospheric carbon removal\, and a founder at Tempo Automation\, a soon to be public company that raised >$400M from leading investors and builds mission critical electronics for robotics\, satellites\, reusable rockets\, and more. Shashank previously worked in Marketing at Square and attended Cornell University. \nThis event is free and open to the public. \nRegistration closes one hour prior to the virtual event. \nNote: This is a virtual event. A Zoom Webinar link will be sent closer to the event to your registered email address.
URL:https://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/virtual-distinguished-lecture-accelerating-our-path-to-a-carbon-negative-society/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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