Multidisciplinary Global Waste Convergence Grant from NSF Awarded to Pitt-led Circular Economy Research
A University of Pittsburgh team of 5 universities was awarded a $1.3 million NSF Convergence grant focused on circular economy research.
Pitt Signs Cool Food Pledge to Cut Food-Related GHG Emissions
The University of Pittsburgh is one of the first international signatories to the Cool Food Pledge, a global initiative to cut food-related greenhouse gas emissions 25% by 2030.
The University of Pittsburgh is among the first signatories — and one of the first universities worldwide — to join in the Cool Food Pledge, a global initiative led by the World Resources Institute (WRI) to cut food-related greenhouse gas emissions by 25% by 2030.
Pitt Signs Cool Food Pledge to Cut Food-Related GHG Emissions
The University of Pittsburgh is one of the first international signatories to the Cool Food Pledge, a global initiative to cut food-related greenhouse gas emissions 25% by 2030.
The University of Pittsburgh is among the first signatories — and one of the first universities worldwide — to join in the Cool Food Pledge, a global initiative led by the World Resources Institute (WRI) to cut food-related greenhouse gas emissions by 25% by 2030.
4 Electric Box Trucks Come to Pitt
Pitt’s first electric vehicles are light-duty box trucks used for transporting mail, lab supplies, surplus property, library books, & other goods around campus.
Pitt is driving toward its greenhouse gas reduction goals with the addition of new zero-emission electric vehicles to its fleet. Four diesel box trucks used by Pitt’s Central Receiving Office for campus moving and delivery services have been replaced with Mitsubishi Fuso vehicles that can travel 60-80 miles on a single charge.
University of Pittsburgh Partners with Healthy Ride: Unlimited 30-Minute Bike Share Rides for Pitt First-Years (2019-20)
Pitt first-year students have unlimited 30-minute bike-share rides for the 2019-20 academic year.
Pitt on Top 30 Green Powered Universities List (July 2019)
After becoming an U.S. EPA Green Power Partner for the first time in 2018, the University of Pittsburgh joined the Top 30 Colleges and Universities list as one of the largest green power users. As of July 2019, the University is #29 on the largest green power users list.
Pitt–Johnstown Is Pennsylvania’s First Campus Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary
National certification honors University of Pittsburgh regional campus in Johnstown for high standards of environmental management.
The University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown has been designated as a Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary through the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program. Pitt–Johnstown is one of eight universities to receive this certification and the first Pennsylvania university.
Bee Houses Keep Pitt Abuzz
University of Pittsburgh student interest, study, and action on pollinators yield on-campus housing for solitary bees.
While Pittsburgh’s Oakland neighborhood is booming with construction, you might have noticed a new different kind of housing is going up: new “apartments” for bees.
Bee Houses Keep Pitt Abuzz
University of Pittsburgh student interest, study, and action on pollinators yield on-campus housing for solitary bees.
While Pittsburgh’s Oakland neighborhood is booming with construction, you might have noticed a new different kind of housing is going up: new “apartments” for bees.
Let’s Clear the Air: Long-Term Environmental Justice Partnership in East End
Harold Rickenbacker’s doctoral research project helped Larimer community members become more involved and aware of environmental issues, and knowledgeable about green materials, infrastructure, and land-use practices. Efforts included outreach, involvement, participatory research, and consultation.
Pitt Wins the Sustainable Pittsburgh Challenge, University Division
On March 21, 2019, Sustainable Pittsburgh announced the winners of the 2018-2019 Sustainable Pittsburgh Challenge. The SP Challenge is a friendly competition that encourages businesses, schools, and municipalities in the southwestern Pennsylvania region to track their sustainability performance.
2018 Pitt Sustainability Success
Looking for a summary of what Pitt Sustainability achieved in 2018? More detailed information is coming soon, but here’s a quick preview!
In terms of sustainability, 2018 was a big year for the University of Pittsburgh – and communicating those efforts campus-wide as part of our Sustainable Pittsburgh Challenge competition is an important piece of creating a culture of sustainability at Pitt.
Pitt Food Recovery Heroes Receive PRC Zero Waste Excellence Award
The Pennsylvania Resources Council has honored Pitt’s Food Recovery Heroes for their dedication to waste diversion and sustainability!
Pitt Joins U.S. EPA’s Green Power Partnership
In February 2019, the University of Pittsburgh joined the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Green Power Partnership. The program aims to increase the use of green power among organizations in the United States as a way to reduce the environmental impacts associated with conventional electricity use.
University of Pittsburgh Receives Accolades From EPA For Food Recovery Achievements
The U.S. EPA gave Pitt an award for our 2018 food recovery and diversion achievements!
Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recognized Pitt for its food recovery achievements with an EPA Mid-Atlantic Regional Food Recovery Award in the Data Driven category.