Through initiatives such as water stewardship, local farming, and waste repurposing, Great Lakes Brewing Co. has established itself as a sustainable brewing company. They have donated over $300,000 to local non-profits in an effort to protect our freshwater resources and have also partnered with local farms to ensure they are purchasing the freshest, most environmentally [...]
Pittsburgh Earth Day 2017 announces the third annual Ecolution Fashion Show taking place on Thursday, April 20th, 2017 in the Main Ballroom of the Fairmont Hotel from 7PM-10PM. As part of the Pittsburgh Earth Day celebration, Ecolution kicks off this weekend-long festivity with a presentation of high-end, eco-friendly couture on one of Pittsburgh’s most unique [...]
What does a wastewater treatment facility have to do with Earth Day? Just about everything. The Allegheny County Sanitary Authority (ALCOSAN) provides services to 83 municipalities, and that means its plant on Pittsburgh’s North Side treats as much as 250 million gallons a day and returns it to the Ohio River. When that water splashed [...]
Pittsburgh Three Rivers Marathon, Inc. (P3R) is an organization that promotes and supports runners in Pittsburgh and is best known for organizing the annual DICK’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon. P3R works diligently to host sustainable Marathons as a collaborative effort with environmental organizations to leave our city greener and stronger than ever. P3R was [...]
You go out to eat. You value sustainability. This Earth Day, you can put your values where your mouth is by dining at a Sustainable Pittsburgh Restaurant. Sustainable Pittsburgh Restaurants help build vibrant communities and support environmental practices in their everyday actions. Whether by donating food, sourcing local products, recycling or reducing their waste, these [...]
The much-anticipated Ecolution Fashion Show will be held on Thursday, April 20th, 2017 in the Main Ballroom of the Fairmont Pittsburgh hotel. Pittsburgh Earth Day is excited to host this event at the revered and spectacular venue for a third year in a row. Fairmont Pittsburgh is not only one of the most stunning and [...]
According to the Environmental Protection Agency, green building is the practice of creating structures that are environmentally responsible and resource efficient from design to demolition. Among other benefits, building to green standards often minimizes land destruction, conserves water, enhances energy efficiency, and reduces waste. The most reputable green buildings receive Leadership in Energy and Environmental [...]
Who, What, When, Where and Why? We have all heard of the Three R’s of the environment: Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. The last of these, recycling, is the act of converting waste into reusable materials. It is an extremely important activity that we should all practice everyday in our homes and our jobs to reduce [...]
This Valentine’s Day love is in the air and sustainable meals are on the table. Treat your sweetheart to a feast that’s simply delectable, filling, and environmentally-friendly! Don’t worry - going green doesn’t mean sacrificing flavor, romance, or ambiance. In fact, we think knowing our meal has been responsibly sourced makes it even tastier. First [...]
The anticipated 2017 Ecolution Fashion Show returns with even more eco-savvy style for this year’s Pittsburgh Earth Day celebration. Honoring our From Steel to Sustainable theme, this "sustainability soirée" will take place on April 20th at the Fairmont Hotel. A simply breathtaking venue, the Fairmont Hotel happily embraces environmentally sustainable business practices. With their motto "Where [...]
