Here is some information, along with a potential action shared by some of our sustainability network contacts. Calls are to be made today (January 5, 2021), if you wish to take part in this effort. The Better Path Coalition closed 2020 with a letter […]
Category: Sustainable Communities
Rachel Carson EcoVillage Hosts Guided Eco-walk July 19, 2020
Here’s an opportunity to learn about forest ecosystems AND to see the future site of the Rachel Carson Ecovillage. The newly forming EcoVillage at Chatham’s Eden Hall campus is hosting a free, guided eco-tour this coming Sunday, July 19th. The walk will take place along […]
Ecovillage Start-up: Informational Sessions Available
Planning has begun for Pittsburgh’s first ecovillage—Rachel Carson Ecovillage, which will be built on Chatham University’s Eden Hall campus. It will be a sustainable, multi-generational community where neighbors know each other and live lightly on the planet. In addition to living in homes that minimize […]
Reimagine Appalachia: What Would a Green New Deal that Works for Appalachia Look Like?
Thursday, March 26 1:00 PM to Friday, March 27, 3:00 PM. at Oglebay Resort, Wheeling, WV This regional event will bring together stakeholders from West Virginia, Kentucky, Ohio, and Pennsylvania to envision a progressive future and develop a blueprint for action. (Reimagine Butler County https://www.reimaginebutlercounty.com/ […]
Regional Event of Interest March 19, 2020: “The Story of Plastic” film screening
As planning and development of an ethane cracker plant, supporting facilities, and related infrastructure continues in the Ohio River watershed, learning about the production and use of plastics can help individuals understand the potential impacts of these plans.
“FROM PARIS TO PITTSBURGH” A Marcellus Outreach Butler (MOB) Education Film Screening:
December 7, 2019, 1:00 pm. Butler Public Library, 218 N. McKean St. Butler, PA 16001 The program is free and open to the public. Join MOB for the screening of National Geographic‘s film that explores the climate change reality that has brought Pittsburgh Mayor Bill […]
Next Food Justice Series Events: Discussion with Jen England of 412 Food Rescue AND Composting Workshop
These events are open to anyone who is interested. NOTE: Community members or others who cannot access CORE can contact Macoskey Center at (724) 738-4050 or macoskey.center@sru.edu to register for the composting workshop. Events in Slippery Rock University’s Food Justice Series are co-sponsored by Macoskey […]
Food Justice Series continues: “Just Eat It: A Food Waste Story”
Slippery Rock University’s Food Justice Series will continue Tuesday, November 12 with a screening and discussion of the film “Just Eat It: A Food Waste Story” at the Robert M. Smith Student Center Theater from 6:30 PM until 8:30 PM. The documentary focuses on food […]
“Strategic Energy Management for your Municipality” event May 30, 2019
Re-Imagine Butler County*, a project of Marcellus Outreach Butler, the League of Women Voters, and Butler County Tourism and Convention Bureau, will co-sponsor “Strategic Energy Management for Your Municipality” this coming Thursday, May 30, 2019. (Additional co-sponsors include Sustainable Pittsburgh, PennFuture, Solbridge Energy Advisors, and […]
Slippery Rock Farmers Market opens May 18th!
Supporting local growers and makers, the market features seasonal fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, eggs, baked goods and prepared foods, and unique hand-crafted items for body and home. Local musicians, kids’ activities, and informative displays are scheduled throughout the season, to make the market a […]