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We work to grow an exemplary, sustainable Pittsburgh region where everyone prospers and belongs.

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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 25/07/2026
Veterans deserve employment programs that deliver results. PSU Clearinghouse evaluated 4 leading programs - Hire Heroes USA, Hiring Our Heroes, Onward to Opportunity & VetJobs — serving 170K vets annually. This #NationalHireAVeteranDay, explore the findings & advance proven solutions. 👇
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
A federal court upheld a stronger PM2.5 air quality standard Friday. @washingtonpost.com profiled our Pittsburgh region & advocates from @breathe-project.bsky.social & Valley Clean Air Now, whose years of data-backed advocacy helped make this ruling possible. www.washingtonpost.com/climate-envi...
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Court rules against Trump administration on air pollution limits
Circuit court finds the EPA under President Joe Biden had authority to issue stricter controls on fine particulate matter, the nation’s deadliest air pollutant.
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
1 week to apply. PA orgs working to increase census participation can apply for planning grants through a new initiative co-funded by the Endowments, the William Penn Foundation & HealthSpark Foundation. williampennfoundation.org/rfp/census-p... #census
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
New research: PM2.5 air pollution in the Pittsburgh metro is linked to 3K adult deaths/year, many at levels below current EPA standards. With federal protections weakening, local enforcement is critical: theconversation.com/pittsburghs-... @pennenvironment.bsky.social @cleanaircouncil.bsky.social
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Pittsburgh’s air pollution estimated to claim 3,000+ lives per year − and EPA rollbacks aren’t helping
A new study linking Pittsburgh’s air pollution to thousands of deaths each year has been published just as the EPA moves to weaken pollution standards.
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Internationally recognized artist Rick Lowe has joined The Heinz Endowments Board of Directors: www.heinz.org/news-and-med... #philanthropy
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
A new study links air pollution in the Pittsburgh region to up to 3,500 deaths in 2019. The research, supported by the Endowments, also found connections to premature births, low birth weight & childhood cognitive impacts: www.alleghenyfront.org/pittsburgh-s... #PublicHealth #AirQuality #environment
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Study: Air pollution in Pittsburgh region responsible for 3,500 deaths in 2019
Even though the region’s air has started to come into compliance with federal clean air standards, it still ranks among the country’s dirtiest.
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
Local news holds communities together. When it fades, so do the connections that matter most. The newest We Can Be ep features @andrewconte.bsky.social of @pointparku.bsky.social's Center for Media Innovation on why the future of news is hopeful. Available on all major podcast platforms.
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
For the next decade, Pittsburgh's 15-mile riverfront loop will get the care it deserves. Riverlife’s new UpKeep initiative is investing $6 million in coordinated maintenance across our riverfront parks, trails and green spaces to ensure these spaces stay safe, clean and welcoming for everyone.
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
Snow's still on the ground, yet summer camp planning season is here. Check out Kidsburgh's camp guide featuring 75 options including Sarah Heinz House, AWAACC, @culturaltrust.bsky.social, @pittsburghparks.bsky.social, @thepublicpgh.bsky.social & more: www.kidsburgh.org/kidsburghs-2...
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Kidsburgh's 2026 Summer Camp Guide: 75 local camps for kids of all ages and interests
We've gathered details on dozens and dozens of camps in the Pittsburgh region for summer 2026. Check out this list.
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
The Heinz Endowments is seeking a Chief Investment Officer to guide our portfolio and fuel transformative change across southwestern PA. Looking for a financial leader ready to make their mark on Pittsburgh's future. Learn more: www.heinz.org/about-us/joi... #hiring
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
New "We Can Be" podcast ep: Hazelwood Initiative's Sonya Tilghman on building futures where economic reinvention doesn't mean displacement. "I think we can be a place where we all prosper...where that cost doesn't come at the expense of vulnerable people." Available on all major podcast platforms.
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
Great conversation & turnout at the “Pittsburgh Tomorrow” panel event on the future of local news. W/ the Post-Gazette’s closure reshaping media landscape, news leaders emphasized collaboration, community voices, & new models to strengthen local news & information. @wesa.fm @publicsource.org
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
From "accidental activist" to leading internationally recognized Protect PT, Gillian Graber shows what fearless community organizing looks like. New episode dropped today. Listen to her conversation with Chris DeCardy on We Can Be. Search "Heinz We Can Be." #philanthropy #podcast #environment
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 05/01/2026
Pittsburgh's 2026 is shaping up to be momentous! -NFL Draft -Arts Landing -The 59th Carnegie International -America’s 250th birthday The Endowments is thrilled to support these initiatives that strengthen our community/showcase SWPA's creative spirit Photo cred: @culturaltrust.bsky.social
New Year's Eve in Downtown Pittsburgh. A crowd gathers in snowy weather to watch fireworks go off a building decorated as a Christmas tree.
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 22/12/2025
Local news can rebuild trust, & @spotlightpa.org is proving it. Chris Baxter joins We Can Be to talk impact, transparency & the future of news. Available on all major podcast platforms, search "Heinz We Can Be." #podcast #LocalNews #philanthropy #NonprofitNews #journalism
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
The Endowments welcomes Amy Gianficaro as Managing Director of Strategic Marketing & Communications. With 20+ years in journalism & 7 years at National Philanthropic Trust, Amy will amplify our grantees' impact across SWPA. Welcome, Amy! Photo cred: Joshua Franzos More: www.heinz.org/news-and-med...
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
7 days. 2 weekends. 1 spectacular new home. The 3 Rivers Arts Festival will expand its run from last year when it moves to Arts Landing in 2026. Photo credit: Lucy Schaly/Post-Gazette www.post-gazette.com/ae/art-archi... @culturaltrust.bsky.social @ace-innamorato.bsky.social
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
NEW EPISODE: What started as 20 women meeting to discuss environmental factors/women's health has led to 15 years of groundbreaking work by Women for a Healthy Environment. Exec Dir Michelle Naccarati-Chapkis joins Chris DeCardy on We Can Be, available on all major podcast platforms. #environment
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
Wonderful recognition for the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra in today's @nytimes.com! www.nytimes.com/2025/12/05/a... #Pittsburgh #symphony
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The Pittsburgh Symphony Plays How an Orchestra Should Sound
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
Kudos to the Heinz History Center on earning accreditation from the American Alliance of Museums! The recognition, achieved by only 3% of museums nationwide, reflects the History Center's commitment to preserving and sharing the stories of western PA: www.wpxi.com/news/local/h... #museums
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Heinz History Center earns national accreditation from the American Alliance of Museums
The Senator John Heinz History Center in Pittsburgh has earned national accreditation from the American Alliance of Museums, a prestigious recognition achieved by only 3% of American museums.
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
New We Can Be episode w/ Riverlife Pres/CEO Matt Galluzzo. Riverlife has spent 25 years developing Pgh's riverfronts w/ a focus on quality design, accessibility & environmental integrity for our community & generations to come. Available on all major podcast platforms. #Pittsburgh #rivers
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
Something special is taking shape at Union Project! It’s transforming its 3,000+ sq ft Great Hall into expanded ceramics studios and exhibition space in 2026, responding to the community's growing passion for clay arts. Learn more and support the expansion: unionproject.org/ceramics-expansion
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
A win for cleaner air: Allegheny County Council unanimously approved an increase in air quality permit fees. www.publicsource.org/allegheny-co...
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Big steel faces new costs as Allegheny County approves permit fee hikes
U.S. Steel facilities will see a nearly sixfold increase in fees on its facilities, allowing the Health Department to add staff.
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
Newsapalooza returns Thurs & Fri at @pointparku.bsky.social & Pittsburgh Playhouse. Join national & local news reporters for 2 days exploring the future of local news, w/ a special focus on AI. Get tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/newsapaloo...
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Newsapalooza! A festival of local news
Join the party! This year we'll explore how tech is reshaping local news...
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
The Endowments awarded $1.1M in emergency grants to support food assistance as SNAP benefits have been delayed. Partners @unitedwayswpa.bsky.social, @pghfoodbank.bsky.social & @achieva.bsky.social are distributing funds to food banks, pantries & families: www.heinz.org/news-and-med...
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
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.
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
🎙️ 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
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
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
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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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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
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
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
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
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
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
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
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
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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.
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
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
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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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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
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
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
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
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
“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
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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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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
@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
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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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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
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
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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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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
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
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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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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
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-...
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Life Without Lead 2025 - Lead Safe Allegheny
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
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
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A Coal-Processing Plant Closed. Local E.R. Visits Dropped Sharply.
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
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...
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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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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
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
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
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
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 01/10/2025
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...
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 01/10/2025
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
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 01/10/2025
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...
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
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...
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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.
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 22/09/2025
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...
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The Heinz Endowments @theheinzendowments.bsky.social · 18/09/2025
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
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Pittsburgh Region's Clean Technology Future
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