Penn State Extension Land Use Series Webinars On Solar Development, Stormwater Management, Using A.I. For Community Planning; Other Extension Education Programs

The Penn State Extension Land Use Webinar Series has three live sessions left this year-- September 17: Solar Energy Development; October 15 Stormwater Management; and November 19: Planning for A.I. Data Center Development.

Webinar Agendas

-- September 17: This session offers a timely update on solar energy development trends across Pennsylvania, designed specifically for municipal leaders. As solar adoption continues to grow, understanding the regulatory framework, economic impacts, and planning considerations is essential for effective local governance.

-- October 15: Many communities have achieved significant financial savings and water quality improvements by adopting green infrastructure strategies to manage stormwater. 

In addition to managing runoff and improving water quality, green stormwater infrastructure (GSI) offers a wide range of community benefits—from reducing urban heat island effects and providing cooling and shade, to improving air quality, supporting public health, and contributing to increased property values and green job creation.

This webinar will highlight research and case studies from across the country that demonstrate cost-effective, proven approaches to stormwater management. 

Participants will also learn best practices for the design, installation, and maintenance of GSI systems that help reduce stormwater runoff and support MS4 compliance for municipalities.

-- November 19: Generative A.I. is rapidly transforming how organizations communicate, plan, and engage. This webinar offers a practical introduction to generative A.I. for community development and planning professionals—regardless of prior experience with A.I.

The webinars will be held from Noon to 1:15 p.m.

Who is this for?

-- Professional Planners - County, Township, Borough, City

-- Private Planning Consultants

-- Elected Municipal Officials

-- Zoning Officials

-- Municipal Managers

-- Registered Landscape Architects

-- Professional Engineers

Recorded webinars in this series are available on Local Ordinances and Green Infrastructure to address flooding issues and the economic impact of small farms and community planning.

Click Here to register and for more information.

Visit the Penn State Extension website to learn more about many other educational opportunities.

Other Penn State Extension Education Programs

-- September 4-- Virtual.-- Penn State Extension Webinar: Forest Farming - Introduction To American Ginseng, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.

-- September 5-- In-Person. Penn State Extension Hosts Workshop On Manure Management Essentials In Indiana County, 9:00 a.m. to Noon

-- September 6-- Virtual. Penn State Extension Hosts Webinar On Cultivating Resilient Gardens For Weather Extremes. 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.

-- September 9-- Virtual.Penn State Extension: Webinar On Growth Of A.I. Data Centers, Rising Electricity Prices, Lagging Energy Development. 1:00 p.m.

-- September 9-- Virtual. Penn State Extension Hosts Webinar On Proper Native Tree Planting For Long-Term Success; Master Watershed Steward Native Tree & Shrub Sale In August.  Noon to 1:30 p.m.

-- September 11-- Penn State Extension Master Gardeners Of Cumberland County Hosts 6-Part Gardening With Nature Workshop Series - Soil Health and Sustainable Gardening.

-- September 17-- Virtual. Penn State Extension Land Use Webinar On Solar Energy Development. Noon to 1:30 p.m.

-- September 24-- Virtual. Penn State Extension Hosts 5-Part Woodland Stewardship Webinar Series - Guided Engagement With Your Land

-- September 24-- Virtual. Penn State Extension Webinar On Introduction To Agroforestry, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

-- September 25-- Penn State Extension Dive Deeper Summit For Water Educators. Harrisburg.

-- September 29-- In-Person. Penn State Watershed Stewards In-Person Plant A Tree, Support Healthy Stream Volunteer Event In Shippensburg, 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. 

-- September 30-- Virtual. Penn State Extension Webinar Septic System Series - Alternative Onlot Septic Systems, Noon to 1:30 p.m. 

-- October 10-- In-Person. Penn State Extension, PA Farm Bureau Host Energy & Agriculture Conference.  Camp Hill, Cumberland County.

-- October 14-- Virtual. Penn State Extension Webinar On Landscaping Around Onlot Septic Systems, Noon to 1:30 p.m.  ​

-- October 15-- Virtual. Penn State Extension Land Use Webinar On Green Stormwater Management. Noon to 1:30 p.m.

-- October 15-- In-Person. Penn State Extension Hosts Pest Biocontrol School In Lancaster County. Two sessions 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

-- November 11-- Virtual. Penn State Extension Webinar On What Home Buyers Should Know About Onlot Septic Systems During Property Transfers, Noon to 1:30 p.m. 

-- November 19-- Virtual. Penn State Extension Land Use Webinar On Using A.I. For Community Planning. Noon to 1:30 p.m.

-- December 17-- Virtual. Penn State Extension: Forest Farming - Maple Syrup Webinar.  6:30 to 8:00 p.m.

[Posted: August 25, 2025]  PA Environment Digest