Sustainable Pittsburgh

Solar Electricity and REC Procurement for State and Local Governments
2021-06-11 13:00 - 13:45 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Provided by: GreenGov and PSSI
Devin Pennebaker and Greg Knerr will discuss the Commonwealth strategies for meeting the Governor’s executive order goal to procure renewable energy to offset 40% of the Commonwealth’s electricity use. Learn how the state is meeting this goal and about the various renewable energy vehicles available for higher education and local government to utilize.

Yinz Sustainable? Session #2!
2021-06-16 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
How do you establish and implement a sustainability program from the ground up?
MSA, The Safety Company, has made great strides in implementing their sustainability program!
The MSA Devizes, UK facility utilized solar panels to generate 90,194 kWh of electricity. Currently, all other MSA facilities operate on 100% non-renewable energy (0.17% renewable energy usage globally).
Beyond that, MSA has recycled 1,155 metric tons of materials globally in 2019.
Join us for a virtual happy hour on June 16th as David Vogt, Global Environmental Program Manager, at MSA shares his experience with building a sustainability program!
Zoom meeting credentials will be provided upon completed registration for this FREE event. Capacity is limited to 100, so reserve your spot now!

Handprints Heal Footprints: An Uncommon Conference on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
2021-06-17 09:00 - 16:00 | Virtual
This is a one-day learning conference sponsored by the students of SHOUT (Social Handprints Overcoming Unjust Treatment) that will provide attendees with an opportunity to learn about the Handprints Heal Footprints Framework that can be used to create environments that are more equitable and inclusive.
The event is geared towards middle school students, high school students, college-aged students, and high school/college educators.

International Symposium on Sustainable Systems and Technology (ISSST)
2021-06-21 00:00 - 2021-06-25 23:59 | Virtual
Presented by: ISSST
Now in our 28th year, ISSST is one of the longest-running research conferences related to sustainability and the intersection of technology, policy, and behavior. We are a vibrant community of engineers, scientists, professionals, and educators, sharing cutting-edge research and forming interdisciplinary teams for future collaboration. Our mission is to think beyond the traditional, and envision a future where science has no limits.

Climate Risk Assessment in PA
2021-07-09 13:00 - 13:45 | Virtual
Provided by: GreenGov and PSSI
This webinar will review the projected impacts of climate change on Pennsylvania, including changes to extreme weather, agriculture, and
infrastructure. He will discuss ways some government institutions have started planning for climate adaptation and what your institution may want to consider in assessing future risks.

Planning and Zoning Best Practices for Attracting Solar Investment
2021-07-13 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Presented by: Pennsylvania Municipal League and Sustainable Pennsylvania
Join The Pennsylvania Municipal League and Sustainable Pennsylvania for “Planning and Zoning Best Practices for Attracting Solar Investment.” Solar energy was the fastest growing source of energy in the world in 2020 and it creates more local jobs than any other source. Join us to learn how you can improve your planning and zoning processes to lower unnecessary barriers for residents and businesses.

SolarAPP Webinar
2021-07-20 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Join National Renewable Energy Lab, the Pennsylvania Solar and Storage Industries Association, Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission, and the Philadelphia Solar Energy Association for “SolarAPP Webinar,” where NREL engineers and program staff will present and demonstrate the SolarAPP software that automates solar PV permitting.

Open Streets PGH
2021-07-25 00:00 - 23:59 | Shenley Plaza, 4100 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Presented by: OpenStreetsPGH
Sunday July 25th, OpenStreetsPGH will visit Pittsburgh’s Hazelwood neighborhood with a mini-route! Two miles of streets in Hazelwood will be opened for safe, distanced outdoor recreation, and three activity hubs along the way will provide entertainment, kids activities, and more.

Dismantling Oppressive Systems: Building Just Communities
2021-07-26 08:00 - 2021-07-29 17:00 | Virtual
Provided by: The University of Pittsburgh
The goal of the University of Pittsburgh’s annual Diversity Forum is to provide the tools and space to make our communities more diverse, equitable, and inclusive places.
This year’s theme is “Dismantling Oppressive Systems: Building Just Communities” and the programming will focus on the key concepts underpinning social justice, illuminating examples of systemic injustice, and examining means and methods of infusing equitable and just policies and practices across multiple sectors in our communities.

In Person Open House
2021-07-27 15:00 - 19:00 | Shenley Plaza, 4100 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Provided by: Port Authority
Join us to learn about the draft NEXTransit Plan from Port Authority and the NEXTransit team and give your input. We will have a transit selfie station, fun kids activities, cool NEXTransit swag, and the carousel will be open with rides sponsored by the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy!

Watershed Basics and Types of Flooding
2021-07-27 18:00 - 19:00 | 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 property, available resources and contacts, and other important information to empower yourself and the people you care about before, during and after a flood. We hope that these workshops can help create better prepared and flood-resilient communities.

Flood Mitigation - Grant Assistance
2021-07-28 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
SEDA-Council of Governments’ Flood Resiliency Program and the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency are partnering with Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission to offer a webinar that will provide a broad range overview of flood-related grant assistance available to counties and municipalities. Check out this webinar to learn more about BRIC, FMA, HMGP, CDBG, CDBG-DR, CDBG-MIT, FMP, and ACOE/Silver Jackets!

ReImagine Jobs Spotlight: Green Chemistry
2021-07-28 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual
Join the ReimagineJobs.org team for their 2021 virtual series focusing on sustainable job opportunities in Southwest Pennsylvania. Each month they will highlight local initiatives and opportunities in the 9 sectors of sustainable economic development featured on the website. This event will highlight green chemistry
This event will feature short presentations about local initiatives and then provide a space for participants to join breakout rooms focused on a specific aspect of green chemistry.

In Person Open House
2021-07-29 10:00 - 14:00 | Market Square, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Provided by: Port Authority
Join us to learn about the draft NEXTransit Plan from Port Authority and the NEXTransit team and give your input. We will have a transit selfie station, fun kids activities, and you could even get some cool NEXTransit swag!

Blue/Green Stormwater Infrastructure
2021-07-29 12:00 - 13:00 | 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 both types of infrastructure and often includes such innovative, “floodable” systems such as “floodable parks”, “wet plazas”, and “retention boulevards” that can collectively provide a range of both stormwater-related benefits and other community benefits. In this presentation, designers from Jacobs will provide an overview of BGSI practices and strategies, planning and design considerations, how public spaces might be transformed into dual-purpose (“floodable”) stormwater management opportunities, cost implications, and the role of both dynamic (continuous) design and automated (“real-time”) controls.

Moving towards a 21st Century Sustainable, Equitable Future for Pennsylvania
2021-07-29 17:30 - 18:30 | 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 other states to share a vision for a sustainable Pennsylvania, with particular attention to the needs of the Appalachian region. Plus, we’ll talk about how you can be a strong advocate for clean energy equity in the Commonwealth and beyond.
What opportunities for change exist in Pennsylvania? How can you get involved and make your voice heard? Join Vote Solar, PennFuture, the Black Appalachian Coalition and Reimagine Appalachia for a webinar discussion about the present and future of clean energy in the Commonwealth!

Solar Seminar Series
2021-08-03 10:00 - 11:00 | 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 will be joined by Tom Murphy, Director, Penn State Marcellus Center for Outreach and Research (MCOR) with Penn State Cooperative Extension, and Brook Duer, Staff Attorney, Center for Agricultural and Shale Law with Penn State Law, as well as other experts in this emerging field.

Where Flooding Occurs and How You Can Find Out
2021-08-03 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual

Online Open House
2021-08-10 16:30 - 18:00 | 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 draft NEXTransit Plan from Port Authority and the NEXTransit team.

Preparation & Mitigation for Flooding
2021-08-10 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual

Advancing Your Organization's Carbon-Reduction Goals
2021-08-12 13:00 - 14:30 | 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 you set meaningful targets and a strategy for achieving them?
Join Sustainable Pittsburgh, CEOs for Sustainability, and Chatham University’s Falk School of Sustainability & Environment for “Advancing Your Organization’s Carbon-Reduction Goals.” Corporate sustainability leaders will describe how their organizations are applying innovation to meet aggressive carbon-emissions-reduction commitments — while gaining a competitive advantage. Then a panel of expert consultants will tackle your thorniest questions. Submit them when you register for this virtual event. It’s sure to be a lively, informative discussion.

Responding to Flooding
2021-08-17 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual

Ordinances (SALDO) and Stormwater Ordinance Enforcement
2021-08-18 12:00 - 13:00 | 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.

Recovering from Flooding
2021-08-24 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual
