Environment Archives - NEXTpittsburgh

Goats and birdwatchers are helping to restore Clayton Hill in Frick Park

While ecologists work to restore the three-acre area in Frick Park, they’re asking eagle-eyed visitors to use the free eBird app to record the species they see there.

05 Aug 2020

Pittsburgh’s first ecovillage moves forward with four units sold. Tour the site on Sunday

The Rachel Carson EcoVillage is based on the idea of intentional community, and is designed collectively by its residents for sustainability and a balance between privacy and public common space.

14 Jul 2020

Largest solar installation in Pittsburgh will soon be complete, powering Mill 19 at Hazelwood Green

The $5 million project, owned by Scalo Solar Solutions, will provide great energy savings for all of Hazelwood Green.

29 Jun 2020

Robotic vertical farm Fifth Season is in full swing in Braddock, now selling greens locally

Fifth Season can now deliver salads to your doorstep. Coming soon, a partnership with Mario Lemieux.

25 Jun 2020

More than 30 Pittsburgh environmental groups stand behind this statement on justice, race and responsibility

A responsible path forward ensures a healthier region, including clean air, clean water, access to outdoor green spaces and a stable climate — for all.

18 Jun 2020

Pittsburgh ranks in the top 20 cities for bicycling

In the ranking by PeopleForBikes, Pittsburgh gets high marks in the safety and acceleration categories.

10 Jun 2020

What if the most polluted parts of Allegheny County resembled the least polluted? Study links air pollution to 100 excess deaths per year from heart disease

Researchers found that communities of color and poverty were 20 times more common in the most polluted quarter.

09 Jun 2020