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One week remains to reserve your seat for this special event! Bob Nutting, Principal Owner of the Pittsburgh Pirates and keynote speaker, will share bottom-line benefits of sustainable business practices at organizations as diverse as PNC Park, Seven Springs Mountain Resort and century-old Ogden Newspapers. Be among the first to hear the announcement of Top Scorers in the Green Workplace Challenge and gain key takeaways for incorporating sustainable practices at your workplace. Come learn how your organization can get involved. Space is limited; register today!
Thursday, September 14
5:00 – 6:00 pm (Registration, Networking, & Refreshments)
6:00 – 7:30 pm (Program)
Senator John Heinz History Center, 1212 Smallman Street, Pittsburgh 15222
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Keynote: Bob Nutting, Pittsburgh Pirates
Arguably the most powerful force driving sustainability today, customers large and small expect the organizations they support to do well by their employees, communities, and the environment — an opportunity for savvy leaders. Nutting describes the competitive edge sustainability offers for organizations of all types, with advantages ranging from differentiation in the market to operational savings, employee engagement, and product innovation. Every organizational action contributes to a more competitive economy and region, and a better quality of life for all.
More than 120 are registered to date. Join your peers and register today to secure your spot!
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The International Living Future Institute (ILFI) is hosting its 3rd annual Living Product Expo, dedicated to healthy products for everyone, this September 12-14 in Pittsburgh at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. The Living Product Expo brings together leading minds in the design, manufacturing and CSR communities to inspire a revolution in the way materials are designed, manufactured and delivered. This year ILFI will be championing “Healthy Products for Everyone.” Imagine products made completely from non-toxic inputs and factories that support equitable development in their local communities. Join ILFI in the collaborative design process, crafting a healthy and inclusive materials economy.
Keynote Speakers:
Ken Cook, President and Co-Founder, Environmental Working Group
Paul Hawken, Executive Director, Project Drawdown
Suzanne Lee, Chief Creative Officer, Modern Meadow; Founder, Biofabricate
For more information and to register, visit http://livingproductexpo.org
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Featuring Heather Arnet, Chief Executive Officer, Women and Girls Foundation
In her role at WGF, Heather Arnet spearheads efforts to develop the female leaders of tomorrow, while investing in better public policy today. A thought leader and champion for women and girls equality, Heather’s writing appears in a variety of publications including the Huffington Post, Daily Beast, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and Pittsburgh Business Times. As this week’s Insider, Heather shares insight on the dichotomy of Pittsburgh’s economic development and poverty rates for single mothers.
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Yesterday’s release of the new Clean Jobs Pennsylvania 2017 report provides timely insight to the fast rise of employment in the clean energy sector. This refers principally to the industries of renewable energy (wind, solar, hydropower), energy efficiency, clean vehicles, and smart grid jobs (which make our electricity system more flexible and renewables-friendly). The types of jobs include construction, manufacturing, professional services among engineers, software developers, marketing pros, electricians, and construction workers. Read More
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