Sustainable Pittsburgh

Unlocking AFIG Funding: Regional Support for Municipal Applications
2025-08-28 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
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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Pgh Area Sustainability Circle - Coffee Chat
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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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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Who Should Attend

Municipal staff

Local elected officials

Sustainability professionals

Other stakeholders

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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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Community Meeting - Allegheny County Climate Action Plan
2025-10-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Castle Consortia, 700 7th Street, McKees Rocks, 15136

Bridge It Together: Business Kickoff
2025-10-28 17:00 - 19:00
Join Sustainable Pittsburgh and partners as we launch “Bridge It Together,” a campaign celebrating the businesses powering a more resilient, sustainable, and community-driven Pittsburgh region. With the NFL Draft and other major events bringing national attention to Pittsburgh in 2026, this campaign offers businesses a timely chance to showcase leadership, boost visibility, and align their brand with sustainability when the spotlight is on our region.

This kickoff event will bring together local businesses like restaurants, retail shops, and neighborhood champions to share how the Bridge it Together campaign will:

Elevate participating businesses through marketing, media, and map features

Engage new customers leading up to and beyond the NFL Draft

Highlight easy, impactful sustainability actions across themes like energy, water, waste, sourcing, and community

Build economic, environmental, and social value for all businesses who take part

Many types of local, regional, independent businesses and organizations interested sustainability, community, and local economic growth are welcome — including:

Independent restaurants and cafés

Caterers and institutional food service providers

Event venues and services

Breweries and distilleries

Bakeries and candy shops

Food and beverage producers

Designers, makers, and artists

Gift shops, home goods, and main street retailers

Any small business passionate about sustainability and community engagement

Whether you’re already recognized as a Sustainable Pittsburgh Restaurant or Shop or just curious about what it means to bridge it together, this is your chance to get inspired, connect with peers, and learn how to get your business involved.

We’ll share campaign details, spotlight some of the creative activities we have planned, and invite your ideas as we grow this celebration of what makes our region and its small businesses legendary.

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The Global Impact Forum 2025
2025-11-03 16:00 - 2025-11-05 17:00 | David L. Lawrence Convention Center, 1000 Fort Duquesne Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Presented by Penn Sate

Workforce Readiness in the Age of AI and Automation is more than a theme — it’s a call to act on the growing readiness gap between education and the evolving world of work.

At TGIF 2025, you’ll join educators, employers, students, and innovators in co-designing solutions to one of the most urgent challenges of our time: how we prepare people of all ages for success in a tech-driven world where soft skills are more critical than ever.

Be part of the conversation that’s building tomorrow’s workforce. Be part of TGIF 2025.

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Western Sustainable PA Workshop
2025-11-06 08:00 - 17:00 | Pittsburgh Marriott North, 100 Cranberry Woods Dr, Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, 16066
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2025 Community Conservation Partnerships Program Statewide Annual Grant Workshop
2025-11-06 09:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
Presented by the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)

This free, virtual workshop is designed to help applicants develop project ideas in preparation for submitting a grant application to the 2026 Community Conservation Partnerships Program (C2P2). DCNR’s Bureau of Recreation and Conservation staff will present about grant program selection criteria, review current program priorities, and discuss eligible project types. 2026 potential applicants are strongly encouraged to attend. The workshop is especially suited for municipal officials, consultants, board members, trail managers, land trust staff, and park and recreation professionals. The workshop runs from 9:00 AM to noon. A general session for all applicants will begin at 9:00 AM. Project type-specific breakout sessions will follow. Applicants should plan on attending both the general session and the breakout session for the project type they plan on applying for. There will be ample time for project-specific Q&A with DCNR’s professional grant managers and regional advisors.

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2025 CEOs for Sustainability C-Suite Summit: From Risk to Resilience: Sustainability as a Strategic Imperative
2025-11-19 07:30 - 12:00
Join Sustainable Pittsburgh and the CEOs for Sustainability executive network for their annual C-Suite Summit on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, in The Garden Room, a LEED Gold-certified event space at the National Aviary. With presenting sponsorship from CBRE and signature sponsorship from Duquesne Light Company, this year’s gathering will highlight how forward-thinking companies are setting sustainability priorities that drive strategy, foster innovation, and deliver long-term business value amid uncertainty.

Participants will have opportunities to connect with fellow executives and sustainability practitioners, exchange ideas in candid conversations, and take away actionable insights from featured speakers and interactive small-group discussions.

Hosted by the nonprofit Sustainable Pittsburgh, CEOs for Sustainability is a growing network of southwestern Pennsylvania’s C-Suite executives providing regional thought leadership on business sustainability. By sharing best practices and collaborating on initiatives to strengthen environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance, members gain a competitive edge while advancing a thriving, equitable region.

Following Summit programming, join us for an insider’s tour of the National Aviary.

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AI Data Centers: Energy, Infrastructure, and Policy Implications
2026-02-03 12:00 - 13:15
Join Sustainable Pittsburgh for a timely webinar examining the rapid growth of AI data centers and what it means for energy systems, communities, and our environment.

As demand for artificial intelligence accelerates, data centers are expanding across the country. They bring economic opportunity alongside significant electricity use, water demand, and infrastructure impacts. For regions like Pennsylvania, these facilities raise important questions about grid reliability, land use, emissions, and long-term sustainability.

This session will explore how data centers operate, the scale of their environmental footprint, and the policy tools available to guide development in more energy-efficient and climate-aligned ways. Speakers will share examples from across the country, discuss emerging approaches to clean energy procurement and efficiency, and examine the role of state and local decision-makers, utilities, businesses, and advocates. We’ll also consider how thoughtful planning today can support economic competitiveness while advancing environmental responsibility tomorrow.

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2026 Pasa Sustainable Agriculture Conference
2026-02-05 09:00 - 2026-02-06 17:00 | Lancaster County Convention Center, 25 S Queen St, Lancaster, Pennsylvania, 17603
Presented by Pasa Sustainable Agriculture

The 2026 Pasa Sustainable Agriculture Conference is set to deliver two days of inspirational talks, instructional workshops, and vibrant networking opportunities. With 76 hours of educational content from 85 speakers, attendees will be able to choose from a variety of topics to dive into—from seedkeeping, crop production, organic certification, grazing, and agroforestry practices to farm business and enterprise, legal considerations, agriculture policies, farm-to-school networking, and more.

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Act on Data Centers: How to protect your community before they come knocking
2026-03-04 18:00 - 19:00
Join Conservation Voters of PA and PennFuture to learn how to get strong, protective local laws on the books before data centers come knocking at your door. We’ll also talk about what you can do statewide to help ensure data centers don’t impact our already skyrocketing energy prices.

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Waste Not Want Not Zero Waste Dinner
2026-03-10 17:00 - 20:30
Join GBA for Waste Not, Want Not: A Zero Waste Dinner. Throughout the evening and over a thoughtfully curated menu, attendees will have ample opportunity for networking, conversation, and connecting with like-minded professionals committed to building a more resilient, resource-efficient future.

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Pgh Area Sustainability Circle - Coffee Chat
2026-03-11 08:00 - 10:00, 2026-04-08 08:00 - 10:00, 2026-05-13 08:00 - 10:00
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Rethink with Circularity
2026-03-12 17:00 - 20:00
Join GBA and the Pittsburgh 2030 District at the Perkins Eastman Pittsburgh Studio for an “un-panel” and happy hour focused on circularity.

Designed for professionals involved in building design, construction, and operations who are seeking actionable approaches to integrating circularity in their work, this interactive workshop and “un-panel” will surface opportunities and constraints of today’s materials infrastructure and explore how circularity principles can be applied in the built environment.

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CMU Energy Week 2026
2026-03-17 00:00 - 2026-03-20 23:59 | Carnegie Mellon University, 5000 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
CMU Energy Week 2026 will bring together energy and sustainability leaders to combine forces and exchange ideas on reinventing the grid for our electrified future.

Carnegie Mellon’s Wilton E. Scott Institute for Energy Innovation is leading the nation in facilitating discussion and driving action toward decarbonizing our energy economy. As its flagship event, CMU Energy Week brings energy and sustainability leaders, including scholars, investors, and entrepreneurs from across the nation, to Carnegie Mellon University to combine forces and exchange ideas on the world’s most pressing issues in energy.

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2026 PA Data Center & Energy Innovation Summit
2026-03-27 00:00 - 23:59 | Rivers Casino, 777 Casino Dr., Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Presented by Pittsburgh Technology Council

The second annual Pennsylvania Data Center and Energy Innovation Summit will bring together key stakeholders to explore the intersection of innovation, energy, and critical infrastructure, highlighting Pennsylvania’s unique strengths in each of these sectors.

Why Attend:

Exclusive Access to Hyperscale Operators & Developers: Meet the visionaries driving projects across Indiana, Beaver, Westmoreland, Greene, and other counties.

The Pennsylvania Way – Power Your Way: Dive into microgrids, advanced power solutions, and local fuels—bring your own generation or use ours.

Meet the Builders: Connect with the architects, engineers, and suppliers shaping tomorrow’s data centers.

Meet the Policy Makers: Gain insights from the people driving the rules, regulations, and incentives that make Pennsylvania a global hub.

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Pittsburgh Earth Day Business Breakfast
2026-04-13 08:00 - 10:00 | Fairmont Pittsburgh, 510 Market St, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15222
The Pittsburgh Earth Day Business Breakfast, presented by Duquesne Light Company and PNC Bank, returns on Monday, April 13, from 8 to 10 a.m. at the Fairmont Pittsburgh Hotel in downtown Pittsburgh.

This signature event brings together regional thought leaders, executives, policymakers, and sustainability advocates for a dynamic conversation at the intersection of the environment, politics, and business.

Guests will enjoy a complimentary breakfast while engaging in a compelling panel discussion that examines the challenges and opportunities shaping our region’s sustainable future.

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Allegheny Mountain Malt Sustainable Sip-Off
2026-04-21 16:00 - 19:30
Kick off draft week in true Pittsburgh style at the Allegheny Mountain Malt Sustainable Sip-Off, a collaborative craft beer competition designed to celebrate local hospitality, spotlight sustainable practices, and showcase the community spirit that defines our region.

As Pittsburgh gears up for the big draft, the Sip-Off brings together local breweries, regional malt, and beer lovers from Pittsburgh and beyond for an unforgettable evening from 4:00 PM (doors open) through our 7:30 PM awards ceremony.

Your ticket includes:

Beer samples from 11 standout local breweries

Your vote for the People’s Choice Award

One complimentary full pour from Mike’s Beer Bar

A souvenir pint glass to take home

Live entertainment from YaJagoff and music provided by kidmental

Opportunities to win attendee prizes throughout the evening

Participating breweries include:Abjuration Brewing, Burghers Brewing, Cobblehaus Brewing Co., Devout Brewing, Hazel Grove Brewing, Headley’s Brewing, Hop Farm Brewing Company, Late Addition Brewing + Blending, Tortured Souls Brewing, Unity Brewing, and Windy Bridges Brew.

Each brewery has crafted a unique beer using Allegheny Mountain Malt, showcasing the journey from farm to pint and the partnerships strengthening our regional food system.

Whether you’re a Pittsburgh resident or visiting for the week’s excitement, this is your chance to raise a glass, support local businesses, and be part of the energy building across the city.

The Allegheny Mountain Malt Sustainable Sip-Off is sponsored by Duquesne Light Co. and Mike’s Beer Bar.

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Burgh Eats and Treats Meets Flights and Bites with Mike!
2026-04-22 17:00 - 22:00 | Acrospire Brewing Company, 1702 Mount Royal Blvd., Glenshaw, Pennsylvania, 15116
Presented by Burgh Eats and Treats

Hear local world champion Mike Logan talk about his career, Pittsburgh and more! All while enjoying three delicious food and beer pairings!

*Enjoy early bird ticket prices from March 13th – 20th

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The Workforce Reset: Labor Shortages and the Future of our Economy
2026-05-05 12:00 - 13:15
Workforce shortages are emerging as a defining challenge for communities across Southwestern Pennsylvania, as population decline and an aging demographic reshape the region’s labor supply. Join Sustainable Pittsburgh for the upcoming Policy Connection webinar, The Workforce Reset: Labor Shortages and the Future of our Economy. The program will explore how these structural trends are impacting economic growth, essential services, and community stability.

This virtual conversation will bring together an academic perspective on labor market dynamics, a community case study highlighting how a post-industrial region is navigating population and workforce change, and a local workforce and industry perspective on building stronger talent pipelines. Experts will examine how communities can respond through coordinated workforce, economic development, and community strategies to support long-term regional resilience.

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6th Annual Community Development Summit
2026-05-06 08:00 - 17:00
Hosted annually by Pittsburgh Community Reinvestment Group in conjunction with the Urban Land Institute – Pittsburgh District Council, is the premier regional conference covering community development topics. Our two-day event showcases PCRG’s work with and on behalf of our 60+ members and highlights the latest community development techniques. Attendees gain exposure to industry best practices and national trends, develop tactics to enhance the quality of life of those they serve, and dive deeply into sessions that discuss how communities are creating cross-sector partnerships for lasting, inclusive change. This year’s Conference will continue to explore “Equity in Action”.

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The Pittsburgh Tomorrow Intersection: Black, Gold, and GREEN
2026-05-13 17:00 - 20:00 | The Assembly, 5051 Centre Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213
Presented by Pittsburgh Tomorrow

“Green” may not be among the first words that come to mind when people think of Pittsburgh, but in the future, it could be. Our natural surroundings are a huge asset and a big draw for living in this city. Newcomers to the area are often surprised by how green and verdant the area is, and many residents cite our natural beauty as a key reason they love living here. From the rivers and hills to the trees and parks, Pittsburghers love the nature in our backyard.

​Of course, Pittsburgh has a fraught history when it comes to the environment, and we must acknowledge and contend with decades of industrial disruption and pollution. But the conservationist movement here – spearheaded by both individuals and prominent organizations – has made a lot of progress in helping us to reclaim and rebuild. At this Pittsburgh Tomorrow Intersection, some of the region’s leading conservationists discuss what modern stewardship looks like, why it’s important, and how we can all conserve and promote Pittsburgh’s natural surroundings for future generations.

​Featuring:

​• Thomas Saunders, President and CEO of Western Pennsylvania Conservancy

• Caily Grube, Executive Director of Allegheny Cleanways

• Richard Piacentini, President and CEO at Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

• Kelsey Ripper, Executive Director at Friends of the Riverfront

• Bhavini Patel, Executive Director of Sustainable Pittsburgh

• Joanna Lemmon, Partnership Manager – Midwest to Mid-Atlantic at the Student Conservation Association

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