Sustainable Pittsburgh: April 10 Webinar On Tracking Federal Policy Shifts & Funding Opportunities For Sustainability Initiatives

Join Sustainable Pittsburgh and guest speakers for an April 10 webinar on Tracking Federal Policy Shifts & Funding Opportunities for Sustainability Initiatives--  a timely discussion exploring recent federal policy changes and funding opportunities that impact local sustainability efforts from Noon to 1:25 p.m.

With the freeze on some federal funding lifted, Pennsylvania stands to regain access to critical resources. 

However, uncertainty remains as new executive orders and pending legislation continue to shape the federal landscape. 

This session will provide an overview of current federal policies and their impact on both municipalities and partner organizations seeking to advance sustainable development initiatives.

Experts will share strategies for navigating existing federal funding streams and adapting to evolving federal regulations. 

Participants will also explore best practices to collaborate, share resources, and strengthen local sustainability initiatives in this shifting environment.

Featured speakers include--

-- Zealan Hoover, External Advisor, Environmental Protection Network

-- Annabelle Rosser, Senior Policy Analyst, Atlas Public Policy

-- Sawyer Sidelinger, Program Manager and Systems Administrator, Sustainable Pittsburgh

-- John Ukenye, J.D., Senior Director of Policy and Strategic Initiatives, Sustainable Pittsburgh

Who Should Attend

-- Local Government Leaders

-- Municipal Managers/Planners

-- Community Sustainability Practitioners

-- Local Government Consultants

-- Leaders and Professionals interested in Federal Policy & Funding Opportunities

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NewsClips:

-- Post-Gazette - Anya Litvak: Federal Mine Safety Research, Respirator Certification Staff At NIOSH Being Cut ‘To Make America Healthier’

-- WESA: Federal HHS Layoffs Hit NIOSH Mine Safety Research Facility Near Pittsburgh

-- TribLive: Mass Firing Of Federal Health Workers Includes Pittsburgh Region [Mine Safety Research]

-- Pittsburgh Business Times: Federal National Institute Of Occupational Safety & Health’s Pittsburgh Mining Research Division Lays Off 200 Employees; Studies Worker Safety, Health Issues In Mining Industry

-- The Guardian: National RiverKeeper Network On EPA Cuts: ‘A Pandemic-Level Shock To The System’

[Posted: April 2, 2025]  PA Environment Digest