Support is strong for cleaner air in PA and cuts across political divides, says survey
“Strong majorities of all voters, including independents, support policies that promote clean air and carbon-free energy sources.”
11 May 2020
State of the Air report once again ranks Pittsburgh as one of the worst. What to do?
Allegheny County has received an F grade for all three measures of air pollution — annual particle, 24-hour particle and annual ozone — for at least five years.
22 Apr 2020
Get involved in Pittsburgh Earth Week, which starts Sunday with a teach-in
More than 50 organizations are supporting Earth Week on Sunday, April 19 and Wednesday, April 22.
16 Apr 2020
PittMoss will deliver its recycled soil with seed packets so you can start a Victory Garden
Made from recycled paper, PittMoss improves aeration and nutrient absorption and uses less water than conventional peat-based mixes.
13 Apr 2020
Pittsburgh housing startup Module working on four houses in Garfield
The first four Module houses in Garfield are highly energy-efficient with pre-fabricated parts that snap together like Legos.
25 Mar 2020
Need help? Want to help? 9 resources to check out
Many groups are coming forward, some with offers of help, some seeking volunteers or donations.
Theimpact of the coronavirus
19 Mar 2020
RoadRunner Recycling is doubling in size and adding 140 people this year
RoadRunner Recycling is on a tear as it helps companies use tech to improve their recycling rates.
18 Mar 2020
7 ways to get help for coronavirus issues, from taxes to housing to virtual tipping
The coronavirus crisis continues to impact everyday lives, but agencies and organizations are responding in various ways to help people cope.
17 Mar 2020
Grow Pittsburgh takes over Garden Dreams Urban Farm & Nursery in Wilkinsburg
The small oasis in Wilkinsburg is now owned by the Allegheny Land Trust and will be operated by Grow Pittsburgh.
11 Mar 2020
Phipps Conservatory will host April symposium on air quality in Pittsburgh
Topics will include outdoor and indoor air quality, fracking, Shell’s cracker plant and policy questions to consider going forward.
10 Mar 2020