In 2024 and 2025, the University of Pittsburgh offered a wide range of educational programs and events focused on the risks, impacts, and solutions related to climate change. These opportunities help student, faculty, and staff learn how to mitigate, adapt, and reduce climate impacts. Visit our Events pages for upcoming events.
2024-25 Events
September 24, 2024: Lunch 'n' Learn: Green Your Commute
Join us for this workshop to help you make climate-conscious commuting choices.
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September 25, 2024: Hike & Talk
Join the Office of Sustainability on Wednesday, Sept 25th at 4 pm for our second Hike & Talk: Climate Change Meet Ups, a monthly invitation to hike/walk with Pitt community members while discussing a piece of climate change-related media.
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October 21 - 25, 2024: Plastic Free Week
Commit to reducing plastic by participating in the first-ever Plastic Free Week at Pitt!
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October 28, 2025: Shifting from Climate Anxiety to Climate Activism
Join us for a lecture and panel, featuring Zealan Hoover of the EPA.
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November 20, 2024: Green or Gimmick: How to Spot False Sustainability Marketing
Delve into the concept of greenwashing, where businesses mislead consumers about the environmental benefits of their products.
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December 6, 2024: Student Sustainability Showcase
The Annual Student Sustainability Symposium will showcase student projects from campus sustainability classes through presentations, posters, and tabling.
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January 29, 2025: Recycling and Materials Handling at Pitt
Curious about recycling at Pitt? Join this Lunch & Learn to get your questions answered and learn how to ensure your items are properly recycled on campus.
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February 12, 2025: How to Grow Your Green Lab
Join the Office of Sustainability for an introduction to Pitt’s Green Lab designation and learn how your lab can reduce waste, refine consumption, and earn a Green Lab distinction!
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April 18, 2025: Spring Sustainability Symposium and Pitt Sustainability Awards
Attend our annual Sustainability Awards and Spring Symposium!
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May 28, 2025: Pitt Blue + Gold = Green
Learn how you, as a Pitt employee, can engage professionally to help us achieve carbon neutrality by 2030 when you engage in our Pitt Green program or Pitt Green Ambassadors program.
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