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Pittsburgh Region's Clean Technology Future
YouTube video by The Heinz Endowments
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We deserve a future that brings economic opportunity for all & that doesn’t harm our environment or health. Leaders in the community lay out the benefits of working together to advance a clean technology future.
Let’s get to work: youtu.be/OJVL-NqNesk
@alleghenycounty.bsky.social #cleantech
Let’s get to work: youtu.be/OJVL-NqNesk
@alleghenycounty.bsky.social #cleantech
Without reform, #veterans transitioning to civilian life will keep facing challenges. Most programs prioritize education, overlooking those ready to enter the workforce. This gap affects veterans & future military recruitment. Hear from Allie, a US Marine Corps vet, about the advice she received.
November 12, 2025 at 6:47 PM
Without reform, #veterans transitioning to civilian life will keep facing challenges. Most programs prioritize education, overlooking those ready to enter the workforce. This gap affects veterans & future military recruitment. Hear from Allie, a US Marine Corps vet, about the advice she received.
🎙️ NEW: Breathe Project's Matt Mehalik on how citizen science & tech are transforming the fight for clean air. From the Smell PGH app to 24/7 Breathe Cams, learn how community-driven data is driving environmental change. Listen wherever you get your podcasts! #podcast #philanthropy #environment
November 12, 2025 at 5:53 PM
🎙️ NEW: Breathe Project's Matt Mehalik on how citizen science & tech are transforming the fight for clean air. From the Smell PGH app to 24/7 Breathe Cams, learn how community-driven data is driving environmental change. Listen wherever you get your podcasts! #podcast #philanthropy #environment
This #VeteransDay and year-round, the Endowments supports solutions that improve veteran outcomes. Megan Andros shares recommendations to help @deptofwar.bsky.social & @deptvetaffairs.bsky.social strengthen military-to-civilian transitions. Read more in @starsandstripes.bsky.social: bit.ly/4mWRWhV
A missed opportunity for military-to-civilian transition
Veteran and The Heinz Endowments official Megan Andros argues that a new memorandum of understanding between the Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs fails to address support for c...
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November 11, 2025 at 9:54 PM
This #VeteransDay and year-round, the Endowments supports solutions that improve veteran outcomes. Megan Andros shares recommendations to help @deptofwar.bsky.social & @deptvetaffairs.bsky.social strengthen military-to-civilian transitions. Read more in @starsandstripes.bsky.social: bit.ly/4mWRWhV
This #VeteransDay, honor those who served by listening to the Endowments’ Megan Andros on Beyond the Frontline from Coming Home Well. She discusses the military-to-civilian transition and how strategic philanthropy can improve outcomes for #veterans. 🎧 bit.ly/4nFxbYJ
November 10, 2025 at 5:21 PM
This #VeteransDay, honor those who served by listening to the Endowments’ Megan Andros on Beyond the Frontline from Coming Home Well. She discusses the military-to-civilian transition and how strategic philanthropy can improve outcomes for #veterans. 🎧 bit.ly/4nFxbYJ
17M #veterans are ready to work. But the federal govt spends far more on military-to-civilian education programs like the GI Bill than on employment transition—a gap we can’t afford. Read the Endowments' Megan Andros in the @ajc.com on why we must invest in veterans' futures: bit.ly/41LHzoB
November 7, 2025 at 6:06 PM
17M #veterans are ready to work. But the federal govt spends far more on military-to-civilian education programs like the GI Bill than on employment transition—a gap we can’t afford. Read the Endowments' Megan Andros in the @ajc.com on why we must invest in veterans' futures: bit.ly/41LHzoB
According to GAO & RAND, there are 45 federal programs across 11 agencies designed to support veterans. Yet, many still struggle to find the right fit.
Hear from one veteran how Institute for Veterans and Military Families' Onward to Opportunity helped her navigate life after service. #veterans
Hear from one veteran how Institute for Veterans and Military Families' Onward to Opportunity helped her navigate life after service. #veterans
November 5, 2025 at 7:27 PM
According to GAO & RAND, there are 45 federal programs across 11 agencies designed to support veterans. Yet, many still struggle to find the right fit.
Hear from one veteran how Institute for Veterans and Military Families' Onward to Opportunity helped her navigate life after service. #veterans
Hear from one veteran how Institute for Veterans and Military Families' Onward to Opportunity helped her navigate life after service. #veterans
If you're looking to help or need assistance with food access, 90.5 WESA compiled this resource guide for where to donate & find food throughout the southwestern PA region: www.wesa.fm/identity-com...
#SNAP #economy #FoodSecurity #FoodAssistance #FoodBank
#SNAP #economy #FoodSecurity #FoodAssistance #FoodBank
Where to find and donate food in the Pittsburgh metro area, after loss of SNAP benefits
A list of food assistance programs throughout the greater Pittsburgh region.
www.wesa.fm
November 5, 2025 at 4:51 PM
If you're looking to help or need assistance with food access, 90.5 WESA compiled this resource guide for where to donate & find food throughout the southwestern PA region: www.wesa.fm/identity-com...
#SNAP #economy #FoodSecurity #FoodAssistance #FoodBank
#SNAP #economy #FoodSecurity #FoodAssistance #FoodBank
This Hazelwood house, where playwright August Wilson once lived, has been beautifully renovated into 3 affordable housing units. Great partnership between Rising Tide Partners and Hazelwood Initiative: www.wesa.fm/development-... #AffordableHousing
August Wilson’s onetime Hazelwood residence rehabbed, turned into affordable housing
A run-down rental property along Flowers Avenue in Hazelwood transformed into a crisp green three-story home with a new front porch. It's latest addition to affordable housing in the neighborhood.
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October 29, 2025 at 7:55 PM
This Hazelwood house, where playwright August Wilson once lived, has been beautifully renovated into 3 affordable housing units. Great partnership between Rising Tide Partners and Hazelwood Initiative: www.wesa.fm/development-... #AffordableHousing
NEW EP: Sarah Heinz House CEO Demeshia Seals joins Chris DeCardy on the "We Can Be" podcast to discuss leading one of the USA’s most historic youth organizations into its next chapter.
“My dream for every child is that they understand there are no limits."
Listen, like & share! #podcast
“My dream for every child is that they understand there are no limits."
Listen, like & share! #podcast
October 29, 2025 at 7:04 PM
NEW EP: Sarah Heinz House CEO Demeshia Seals joins Chris DeCardy on the "We Can Be" podcast to discuss leading one of the USA’s most historic youth organizations into its next chapter.
“My dream for every child is that they understand there are no limits."
Listen, like & share! #podcast
“My dream for every child is that they understand there are no limits."
Listen, like & share! #podcast
We were honored to co-host 2025 @heinzawards.org winner Byron Auguste, CEO/co-founder at Opportunity@Work, for a convening with some of our workforce grantees this week. Thanks to Byron for the inspiring dialogue & to our grantee partners for their dedication. #WorkforceDevelopment
October 23, 2025 at 8:13 PM
We were honored to co-host 2025 @heinzawards.org winner Byron Auguste, CEO/co-founder at Opportunity@Work, for a convening with some of our workforce grantees this week. Thanks to Byron for the inspiring dialogue & to our grantee partners for their dedication. #WorkforceDevelopment
“A postindustrial city with a thriving cultural scene.” That’s why National Geographic just named Pittsburgh one of the best places in the world to travel in 2026! www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/best-... @culturaltrust.bsky.social @alleghenycounty.bsky.social #Pittsburgh
Why Pittsburgh is one of America’s most underrated cities to visit in 2026
From riverfront parks to new performance art venues to a $60 million expansion of the Andy Warhol Museum—see how this former steel town is transforming itself.
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October 22, 2025 at 5:38 PM
“A postindustrial city with a thriving cultural scene.” That’s why National Geographic just named Pittsburgh one of the best places in the world to travel in 2026! www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/best-... @culturaltrust.bsky.social @alleghenycounty.bsky.social #Pittsburgh
@alleghenycounty.bsky.social's 500 in 500 initiative has housed 622 people & identified 568 affordable housing units in just over 500 days, exceeding its bold goal with a 97% success rate in keeping residents stably housed:
www.wesa.fm/politics-gov... @ace-innamorato.bsky.social #AffordableHousing
www.wesa.fm/politics-gov... @ace-innamorato.bsky.social #AffordableHousing
Allegheny County officials hail housing success of ‘500 in 500’ initiative
Allegheny County officials are celebrating having housed more than 500 individuals as part of its "500 in 500" initiative.
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October 22, 2025 at 3:24 PM
@alleghenycounty.bsky.social's 500 in 500 initiative has housed 622 people & identified 568 affordable housing units in just over 500 days, exceeding its bold goal with a 97% success rate in keeping residents stably housed:
www.wesa.fm/politics-gov... @ace-innamorato.bsky.social #AffordableHousing
www.wesa.fm/politics-gov... @ace-innamorato.bsky.social #AffordableHousing
Major clean energy win for the Pittsburgh region!
Eos Energy is investing $350M to expand its zinc battery manufacturing in southwestern Pennsylvania, bringing 735 new jobs and relocating its HQ to Pittsburgh's North Shore. triblive.com/news/pennsyl... @alleghenycounty.bsky.social #CleanEnergy
Eos Energy is investing $350M to expand its zinc battery manufacturing in southwestern Pennsylvania, bringing 735 new jobs and relocating its HQ to Pittsburgh's North Shore. triblive.com/news/pennsyl... @alleghenycounty.bsky.social #CleanEnergy
Eos Energy to announce $350M expansion including Pittsburgh HQ for zinc battery operation
A zinc battery manufacturer will expand its footprint in the Pittsburgh region and relocate its headquarters to the North Shore in a deal expected to be announced Tuesday afternoon. Eos Energy will in...
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October 21, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Major clean energy win for the Pittsburgh region!
Eos Energy is investing $350M to expand its zinc battery manufacturing in southwestern Pennsylvania, bringing 735 new jobs and relocating its HQ to Pittsburgh's North Shore. triblive.com/news/pennsyl... @alleghenycounty.bsky.social #CleanEnergy
Eos Energy is investing $350M to expand its zinc battery manufacturing in southwestern Pennsylvania, bringing 735 new jobs and relocating its HQ to Pittsburgh's North Shore. triblive.com/news/pennsyl... @alleghenycounty.bsky.social #CleanEnergy
CMU CREATE Lab goes global! The team behind Plume Pittsburgh now maps air pollution in 2,572 cities worldwide with @climatetrace.org, showing how emissions spread from industrial sites into communities. bit.ly/4ncSgrS #airpollution
Carnegie Mellon research is behind a new global map of air pollution
The team behind the pollution-monitoring tool Plume Pittsburgh is taking its models global.
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October 20, 2025 at 2:51 PM
CMU CREATE Lab goes global! The team behind Plume Pittsburgh now maps air pollution in 2,572 cities worldwide with @climatetrace.org, showing how emissions spread from industrial sites into communities. bit.ly/4ncSgrS #airpollution
You’re invited to the virtual Life Without Lead Summit.
Your chance to learn, connect & take action for a lead-safe future in Allegheny Co. Hear from inspiring speakers & discover innovative solutions to eliminate lead & prevent childhood lead poisoning. leadsafeallegheny.org/events/life-...
Your chance to learn, connect & take action for a lead-safe future in Allegheny Co. Hear from inspiring speakers & discover innovative solutions to eliminate lead & prevent childhood lead poisoning. leadsafeallegheny.org/events/life-...
Life Without Lead 2025 - Lead Safe Allegheny
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October 17, 2025 at 7:15 PM
You’re invited to the virtual Life Without Lead Summit.
Your chance to learn, connect & take action for a lead-safe future in Allegheny Co. Hear from inspiring speakers & discover innovative solutions to eliminate lead & prevent childhood lead poisoning. leadsafeallegheny.org/events/life-...
Your chance to learn, connect & take action for a lead-safe future in Allegheny Co. Hear from inspiring speakers & discover innovative solutions to eliminate lead & prevent childhood lead poisoning. leadsafeallegheny.org/events/life-...
The New York Times highlights Pgh research showing health improvements after coal plant closure.
When the Shenango facility shut in '16:
Children's asthma ER visits ⬇️ 41% in 1 month
Respiratory emergencies ⬇️ 20%
Cardiovascular ER visits dropped significantly
When the Shenango facility shut in '16:
Children's asthma ER visits ⬇️ 41% in 1 month
Respiratory emergencies ⬇️ 20%
Cardiovascular ER visits dropped significantly
A Coal-Processing Plant Closed. Local E.R. Visits Dropped Sharply.
www.nytimes.com
October 17, 2025 at 1:47 PM
The New York Times highlights Pgh research showing health improvements after coal plant closure.
When the Shenango facility shut in '16:
Children's asthma ER visits ⬇️ 41% in 1 month
Respiratory emergencies ⬇️ 20%
Cardiovascular ER visits dropped significantly
When the Shenango facility shut in '16:
Children's asthma ER visits ⬇️ 41% in 1 month
Respiratory emergencies ⬇️ 20%
Cardiovascular ER visits dropped significantly
We’re thrilled to see Tim Smith, founder and CEO of Center of Life, featured in the Pittsburgh Business Times!
His unwavering commitment to Hazelwood and the transformative work of Center of Life continue to inspire us all.
Read the interview: www.bizjournals.com/pittsburgh/n...
His unwavering commitment to Hazelwood and the transformative work of Center of Life continue to inspire us all.
Read the interview: www.bizjournals.com/pittsburgh/n...
Center of Life's Tim Smith on creating a 'building that is worthy of the people' at Hazelwood Green (Personalities of Pittsburgh) - Pittsburgh Business Times
Despite scaling back initial plans, Center of Life's Tim Smith remains committed to building a multimillion-dollar facility that will serve as a beacon of hope for the Hazelwood community.
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October 14, 2025 at 3:19 PM
We’re thrilled to see Tim Smith, founder and CEO of Center of Life, featured in the Pittsburgh Business Times!
His unwavering commitment to Hazelwood and the transformative work of Center of Life continue to inspire us all.
Read the interview: www.bizjournals.com/pittsburgh/n...
His unwavering commitment to Hazelwood and the transformative work of Center of Life continue to inspire us all.
Read the interview: www.bizjournals.com/pittsburgh/n...
A win for Homewood!
The Endowments was honored to join the community celebration marking the completion of Willie Stargell Field at Homewood Park — a major milestone in the ongoing Homewood Park Improvement Project.
Photos by Joshua Franzos
#Homewood #Pittsburgh #YouthFootball
The Endowments was honored to join the community celebration marking the completion of Willie Stargell Field at Homewood Park — a major milestone in the ongoing Homewood Park Improvement Project.
Photos by Joshua Franzos
#Homewood #Pittsburgh #YouthFootball
October 7, 2025 at 8:57 PM
A win for Homewood!
The Endowments was honored to join the community celebration marking the completion of Willie Stargell Field at Homewood Park — a major milestone in the ongoing Homewood Park Improvement Project.
Photos by Joshua Franzos
#Homewood #Pittsburgh #YouthFootball
The Endowments was honored to join the community celebration marking the completion of Willie Stargell Field at Homewood Park — a major milestone in the ongoing Homewood Park Improvement Project.
Photos by Joshua Franzos
#Homewood #Pittsburgh #YouthFootball
This weekend, the Electric Playground event lit up Hazelwood Green — and Squonk stole the show!
Thanks to Hazelwood Local and the August Wilson African American Cultural Center for making this free community celebration possible.
Photos by Joshua Franzos. #community #culture
Thanks to Hazelwood Local and the August Wilson African American Cultural Center for making this free community celebration possible.
Photos by Joshua Franzos. #community #culture
October 7, 2025 at 8:46 PM
This weekend, the Electric Playground event lit up Hazelwood Green — and Squonk stole the show!
Thanks to Hazelwood Local and the August Wilson African American Cultural Center for making this free community celebration possible.
Photos by Joshua Franzos. #community #culture
Thanks to Hazelwood Local and the August Wilson African American Cultural Center for making this free community celebration possible.
Photos by Joshua Franzos. #community #culture
City Theatre Company & Pittsburgh Public Theater launched a "buy more, save more" ticket offer through Oct 19.
This collaboration, supported by RAD funding, represents the kind of creative partnership that strengthens our region's cultural ecosystem.
Tickets: culturaldistrict.org/pages/city-t...
This collaboration, supported by RAD funding, represents the kind of creative partnership that strengthens our region's cultural ecosystem.
Tickets: culturaldistrict.org/pages/city-t...
October 1, 2025 at 4:06 PM
City Theatre Company & Pittsburgh Public Theater launched a "buy more, save more" ticket offer through Oct 19.
This collaboration, supported by RAD funding, represents the kind of creative partnership that strengthens our region's cultural ecosystem.
Tickets: culturaldistrict.org/pages/city-t...
This collaboration, supported by RAD funding, represents the kind of creative partnership that strengthens our region's cultural ecosystem.
Tickets: culturaldistrict.org/pages/city-t...
Solar Power = Savings
The Cornell School District is expected to save nearly $2.5 million over the next 30 years by going 100% solar - the first public school district in Allegheny County to do so.
Read more: www.post-gazette.com/news/educati... #SolarPower #SolarEnergy #CleanEnergy
The Cornell School District is expected to save nearly $2.5 million over the next 30 years by going 100% solar - the first public school district in Allegheny County to do so.
Read more: www.post-gazette.com/news/educati... #SolarPower #SolarEnergy #CleanEnergy
October 1, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Solar Power = Savings
The Cornell School District is expected to save nearly $2.5 million over the next 30 years by going 100% solar - the first public school district in Allegheny County to do so.
Read more: www.post-gazette.com/news/educati... #SolarPower #SolarEnergy #CleanEnergy
The Cornell School District is expected to save nearly $2.5 million over the next 30 years by going 100% solar - the first public school district in Allegheny County to do so.
Read more: www.post-gazette.com/news/educati... #SolarPower #SolarEnergy #CleanEnergy
Applications are now open for the Advancing Black Arts in Pittsburgh program, funded in part by the Endowments.
Are you an artist, program or organization advancing the art of the African diaspora? This opportunity is for you!
pittsburghfoundation.org/advancing-bl...
Are you an artist, program or organization advancing the art of the African diaspora? This opportunity is for you!
pittsburghfoundation.org/advancing-bl...
October 1, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Applications are now open for the Advancing Black Arts in Pittsburgh program, funded in part by the Endowments.
Are you an artist, program or organization advancing the art of the African diaspora? This opportunity is for you!
pittsburghfoundation.org/advancing-bl...
Are you an artist, program or organization advancing the art of the African diaspora? This opportunity is for you!
pittsburghfoundation.org/advancing-bl...
Major win! Three Rivers Waterkeeper & PennEnvironment secured a landmark $2.6M settlement with Styropek over plastic pellet pollution in Raccoon Creek. Company must now detect any nurdles escaping and pay fines for each 1 found. Could set the standard nationwide: grist.org/solutions/pl...
This Pennsylvania settlement could set the standard for preventing tiny plastic pellet pollution
A company agreed to install technology to watch for "nurdles," tiny plastic pellets used to make all manner of goods.
grist.org
September 23, 2025 at 12:05 AM
Major win! Three Rivers Waterkeeper & PennEnvironment secured a landmark $2.6M settlement with Styropek over plastic pellet pollution in Raccoon Creek. Company must now detect any nurdles escaping and pay fines for each 1 found. Could set the standard nationwide: grist.org/solutions/pl...
Honored to share the news that Corinne Connor from the Endowments has been selected for the Leadership Pittsburgh Leadership Development Initiative.
We look forward to the insights and connections she'll bring back to advance our work across SWPA. www.bizjournals.com/pittsburgh/n...
We look forward to the insights and connections she'll bring back to advance our work across SWPA. www.bizjournals.com/pittsburgh/n...
September 22, 2025 at 8:07 PM
Honored to share the news that Corinne Connor from the Endowments has been selected for the Leadership Pittsburgh Leadership Development Initiative.
We look forward to the insights and connections she'll bring back to advance our work across SWPA. www.bizjournals.com/pittsburgh/n...
We look forward to the insights and connections she'll bring back to advance our work across SWPA. www.bizjournals.com/pittsburgh/n...
We deserve a future that brings economic opportunity for all & that doesn’t harm our environment or health. Leaders in the community lay out the benefits of working together to advance a clean technology future.
Let’s get to work: youtu.be/OJVL-NqNesk
@alleghenycounty.bsky.social #cleantech
Let’s get to work: youtu.be/OJVL-NqNesk
@alleghenycounty.bsky.social #cleantech
Pittsburgh Region's Clean Technology Future
YouTube video by The Heinz Endowments
youtu.be
September 18, 2025 at 7:30 PM
We deserve a future that brings economic opportunity for all & that doesn’t harm our environment or health. Leaders in the community lay out the benefits of working together to advance a clean technology future.
Let’s get to work: youtu.be/OJVL-NqNesk
@alleghenycounty.bsky.social #cleantech
Let’s get to work: youtu.be/OJVL-NqNesk
@alleghenycounty.bsky.social #cleantech