Sustainability
A hydropower plan marks Pitt’s largest-ever commitment to renewable energy
Pitt plans to purchase 100% of the power from a low-impact hydroelectric plant expected to open in 2022, which will generate enough power to supply a quarter of the Pittsburgh campus electricity needs.
Pitt students were applauded for food recovery efforts in a City of Pittsburgh climate plan
Pitt’s Food Recovery Heroes collect surplus food from dining halls and local establishments to donate to organizations that feed the hungry.
New bike lanes added to Forbes Avenue
Designated lanes and special left-turn boxes for bicycles are making cycling on Pitt's campus easier and safer.
Dining services expands sustainable practices, selection of world cuisines and vegan dishes
From locally sourced meat to increased Farmers Market hours and gluten-free options — Pitt's Dining Services has something tasty for everyone. Plus, get the answers to frequently asked questions about dining at Pitt.
10 faculty, staff and students were named to Pitt’s Carbon Commitment Committee
The University is on a trajectory to meet the 2018 Pitt Sustainability Plan goal of reducing its greenhouse gas emissions and energy use 50% by 2030.
Pitt’s Water Collaboratory published a paper on regional flooding
The paper is the third of a series designed to assess knowledge gaps related to regional water resources.
A Swanson School solar project was selected for a US Department of Energy prize
The research team is evaluating new methods to improve the top glass sheet in solar panels.
A new Pitt-Bradford building earned the campus’ first LEED status
The 170-bed residence hall, Livingston Alexander House, received a silver-level certification from the U.S. Green Building Council.
The Clapp Hall renovation was awarded a LEED Silver certification
It’s the latest among a dozen Pittsburgh campus projects that have received a LEED designation from the U.S. Green Building Council.
Aurora Sharrard will serve on a sustainability advisory council
The Pitt Sustainability director will serve a two-year term on the advisory council of the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education.