Upcoming Events
Join us!
We are dedicated to providing the community with opportunities for climate change education, empowerment, and action. A great way to get to know our team, our work, our impact, or to make a difference yourself is to join us at an upcoming event! From climate educator trainings to climate-focused days of service, all are welcome!
Exploring Climate Change Through Art
Communitopia is working in partnership with the Pittsburgh Center for Creative Reuse in the development and implementation of a FREE Exploring Climate Change Through Art workshop. Teachers participating in the workshop will learn to use art as a vehicle to educate their students on the solutions to climate change while repurposing discarded resources.
World Migratory Bird Day
When: Saturday, May 11
Where: Bird Park (Bird Park Drive, Mount Lebanon, PA 15228)
Who: All ages welcome!
Cost: FREE
To Register: No registration required!
To Learn More: email mark@communitopia.org
Exploring Climate Change Through Art
Communitopia is working in partnership with the Pittsburgh Center for Creative Reuse in the development and implementation of a FREE Exploring Climate Change Through Art workshop. Teachers participating in the workshop will learn to use art as a vehicle to educate their students on the solutions to climate change while repurposing discarded resources.
Mid Atlantic Climate Change Educators Conference
Join educators, students, and individuals as we navigate how to advance education for climate action in the Mid-Atlantic at the 5th annual virtual conference on June 25-27. Together, we will learn how to Teach Climate Action in the classroom and outdoors, Build Climate Resilience in individuals and communities, Explore Climate Resources to support education, and Support Our Students in creating climate action.
Summer Institute for Climate Change Education
Communitopia and the Carnegie Museum of Natural History are proud to be partnering with Climate Generation and NOAA as the hosts of the Pennsylvania cohort for the Summer Institute for Climate Change Education on July 15-17. This three-day experience is full of powerful and engaging keynote speakers, meaningful discussions about the intersection of social justice and climate change, and collaborative conversations between a national network of climate change education leaders. Leave feeling reinvigorated for the new school year and prepared to educate your students to be global citizens!
PLEASE NOTE: The final day of the Summer Institute will be held in-person on Wednesday, July 17th at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History! The first two days (July 15 & 16) will be held virtually.
Climate Change Adventure Education Project
Experience climate change education in a local context by combining classroom learning with climate friendly adventure activities that focus on real-life science and field research. Learn how to initiate climate action through meaningful STEM projects. During the Climate Change Adventure Project, you will explore the causes and effects of climate change by...
Researching water quality while kayaking.
Measuring soil and forest health during a hike.
Monitoring air quality while riding a bike.
Participating in citizen science projects.
Examining how land use affects ecosystems.
As a benefit of participation, teachers will be invited to bring their students on a FREE Climate Change Adventure Field Trip provided by Communitopia and Venture Outdoors that utilizes one of the climate-friendly activities provided by the project - kayaking, biking, hiking - to take part in STEM activities.
Pittsburgh Youth Climate Action Summit
Join us for a day of breakout sessions and activities around the solutions to climate change. Meet likeminded students and showcase your work. Free to teens! Registration is closed for 2024!
Deadline for Artivism submissions
Submit your Climate Change themed artwork for a chance to win prizes!
Click here to submit original artwork. Must register and be present to win.
Pedaltopia 2023
Support climate action through our 3rd annual bike ride fundraiser! Come celebrate youth climate action at our biggest annual event on September 30th from 10am-2pm. Tickets on sale starting September 1st for both riding and attending the afterparty!
Climate Educator Happy Hour
Climate Educator Happy Hour
Co-hosted by Communitopia, Phipps, and Green Building Alliance and sponsored by Remake Learning…
Calling all K-12 teachers of all grades, subject areas, or experience levels:
Whether you are already teaching climate change-related lessons in your classroom or interested in getting started, it is important to have a like-minded community for support. Join us for our Climate Educator Virtual Happy Hours to find climate education opportunities for your classrooms and to meet other passionate educators!
This event is intended for K-12 educators, administration, and staff, but is open to the public. The Zoom link will be sent upon registering. Contact Katie Modic (katie@communitopia.org) with any questions.
Remake Learning Days
The Frick Pittsburgh and Communitopia are excited to partner for Remake Learning to bring Pittsburgh-area families an opportunity to build, learn, and act on climate change. Available on a first-come, first-serve basis, attendees will receive a free Infrastructure Climate Solution Kit at the Frick's Education Center. Design and color a mini-building, learn how green infrastructure helps local Pittsburgh businesses adapt to climate change, and bring home supplies to plant a mini green roof right on top of your climate solution kit!
Visitors will also learn about the history of plastic use through a free and family-friendly tour of Clayton, reimagine the way we use objects through up-cycled games, and create mixed-media works of art!
Pittsburgh Youth for Climate Action
Pittsburgh Youth for Climate Action (PYCA)
1st Monday of every month | Frick Environmental Center
Join the high school and college-aged youth from around the Pittsburgh region to take action on climate change! You can expect relevant speakers on climate science, justice, and solutions; leadership skill development, action planning, and more! We are currently meeting in person at the Frick Environmental Center but folks can join virtually as well (and our registration is through zoom…so register that way for either virtual or in-person).
Questions? Contact Lauren@Communitopia.org
Pittsburgh Youth Climate Action Summit
This day-long in-person Summit convenes youth ages 13-18 who are ready to take action on climate change. Expect powerful and engaging speakers including Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey, meaningful discussion about the intersection of social justice and climate change, and collaborative conservations between a regional network of young climate change leaders. Leave feeling reinvigorated and prepared to bring tangible actions back to your community! FREE + Lunch Included!
PA Environmental Council Award Ceremony
A two year delay due to the Pandemic…
Communitopia is honored to attend the PA Environmental Council Award Ceremony for all award recipients from 2020, 2021, and 2022 on Tuesday, April 26th at the Hilton in Harrisburgh.
Climate Educator Happy Hour
Climate Educator Happy Hour
Co-hosted by Communitopia, Phipps, and Green Building Alliance and sponsored by Remake Learning…
Calling all K-12 teachers of all grades, subject areas, or experience levels:
Whether you are already teaching climate change-related lessons in your classroom or interested in getting started, it is important to have a like-minded community for support. Join us for our Climate Educator Virtual Happy Hours to find climate education opportunities for your classrooms and to meet other passionate educators!
This event is intended for K-12 educators, administration, and staff, but is open to the public. The Zoom link will be sent upon registering. Contact Katie Modic (katie@communitopia.org) with any questions.
Pittsburgh Youth for Climate Action
Pittsburgh Youth for Climate Action (PYCA)
1st Monday of every month | Frick Environmental Center
Join the high school and college-aged youth from around the Pittsburgh region to take action on climate change! You can expect relevant speakers on climate science, justice, and solutions; leadership skill development, action planning, and more! We are currently meeting in person at the Frick Environmental Center but folks can join virtually as well (and our registration is through zoom…so register that way for either virtual or in-person).
Questions? Contact Lauren@Communitopia.org
Pittsburgh Youth for Climate Action
Pittsburgh Youth for Climate Action (PYCA)
1st Monday of every month | Frick Environmental Center
Join the high school and college-aged youth from around the Pittsburgh region to take action on climate change! You can expect relevant speakers on climate science, justice, and solutions; leadership skill development, action planning, and more! We are currently meeting in person at the Frick Environmental Center but folks can join virtually as well (and our registration is through zoom…so register that way for either virtual or in-person).
Questions? Contact Lauren@Communitopia.org
Climate Educator Happy Hour
Climate Educator Happy Hour
Co-hosted by Communitopia, Phipps, and Green Building Alliance and sponsored by Remake Learning…
Calling all K-12 teachers of all grades, subject areas, or experience levels:
Whether you are already teaching climate change-related lessons in your classroom or interested in getting started, it is important to have a like-minded community for support. Join us for our Climate Educator Virtual Happy Hours to find climate education opportunities for your classrooms and to meet other passionate educators!
This event is intended for K-12 educators, administration, and staff, but is open to the public. The Zoom link will be sent upon registering. Contact Katie Modic (katie@communitopia.org) with any questions.
Strategic Plan Release
Join Communitopia Board and Staff as we unveil our 2021 - 2024 strategic plan
Wednesday, February, 9th | 5:30 - 6:30 pm ET | via ZOOM
Pittsburgh Youth for Climate Action
Pittsburgh Youth for Climate Action (PYCA)
1st Monday of every month | Frick Environmental Center
Join the high school and college-aged youth from around the Pittsburgh region to take action on climate change! You can expect relevant speakers on climate science, justice, and solutions; leadership skill development, action planning, and more! We are currently meeting in person at the Frick Environmental Center but folks can join virtually as well (and our registration is through zoom…so register that way for either virtual or in-person).
Questions? Contact Lauren@Communitopia.org
Pittsburgh Youth for Climate Action (PYCA)
Join Pittsburgh-area Youth to Take Action on Climate Change
Youth around the world recognize that taking action on climate change is urgent and are leading the way in raising awareness and advocating for solutions. Join a growing group of Pittsburgh-area youth activists at our monthly PYCA meetings!
All PYCA meetings are currently virtual but as it becomes safe and the weather cooperates, we will also have opportunities to meet again in person. PYCA meets on the first Monday of every month from 6:00-7:30pm.
Climate Educator Happy Hour
Climate Educator Happy Hour
Co-hosted by Communitopia, Phipps, and Green Building Alliance and sponsored by Remake Learning…
Calling all K-12 teachers of all grades, subject areas, or experience levels:
Whether you are already teaching climate change-related lessons in your classroom or interested in getting started, it is important to have a like-minded community for support. Join us for our Climate Educator Virtual Happy Hours to find climate education opportunities for your classrooms and to meet other passionate educators!
This event is intended for K-12 educators, administration, and staff, but is open to the public. The Zoom link will be sent upon registering. Contact Katie Modic (katie@communitopia.org) with any questions.
Pittsburgh Youth for Climate Action (PYCA)
Join Pittsburgh-area Youth to Take Action on Climate Change
Youth around the world recognize that taking action on climate change is urgent and are leading the way in raising awareness and advocating for solutions. Join a growing group of Pittsburgh-area youth activists at our monthly PYCA meetings!
All PYCA meetings are currently virtual but as it becomes safe and the weather cooperates, we will also have opportunities to meet again in person. PYCA meets on the first Monday of every month from 6:00-7:30pm.
Pittsburgh Youth for Climate Action (PYCA)
Join Pittsburgh-area Youth to Take Action on Climate Change
Youth around the world recognize that taking action on climate change is urgent and are leading the way in raising awareness and advocating for solutions. Join a growing group of Pittsburgh-area youth activists at our monthly PYCA meetings!
All PYCA meetings are currently virtual but as it becomes safe and the weather cooperates, we will also have opportunities to meet again in person. PYCA meets on the first Monday of every month from 6:00-7:30pm.
Climate Educator Happy Hour
Climate Educator Happy Hour
Co-hosted by Communitopia, Phipps, and Green Building Alliance and sponsored by Remake Learning…
These happy hours are meant to help k-12 formal and informal educators connect and inspire around powerful climate change education!
Whether you are already teaching climate change-related lessons in your classroom or interested in getting started, it is important to have a like-minded community for support. Join us for our Climate Educator Virtual Happy Hours to find climate education opportunities for your classrooms and to meet other passionate educators!
This event is intended for K-12 educators, administration, and staff, but is open to the public. The Zoom link will be sent upon registering. Contact Katie Modic (katie@communitopia.org) with any questions.
Pittsburgh Youth for Climate Action (PYCA)
Join Pittsburgh-area Youth to Take Action on Climate Change
Youth around the world recognize that taking action on climate change is urgent and are leading the way in raising awareness and advocating for solutions. Join a growing group of Pittsburgh-area youth activists at our monthly PYCA meetings!
All PYCA meetings are currently virtual but as it becomes safe and the weather cooperates, we will also have opportunities to meet again in person. PYCA meets on the first Monday of every month from 6:00-7:30pm.
Pittsburgh Youth for Climate Action (PYCA)
Join Pittsburgh-area Youth to Take Action on Climate Change
Youth around the world recognize that taking action on climate change is urgent and are leading the way in raising awareness and advocating for solutions. Join a growing group of Pittsburgh-area youth activists at our monthly PYCA meetings!
All PYCA meetings are currently virtual but as it becomes safe and the weather cooperates, we will also have opportunities to meet again in person. PYCA meets on the first Monday of every month from 6:00-7:30pm.
Climate Educator Happy Hour
Climate Educator Happy Hour
Co-hosted by Green Building Alliance and sponsored by Remake Learning
Calling all K-12 teachers of all grades, subject areas, or experience levels:
Whether you are already teaching climate change-related lessons in your classroom or interested in getting started, it is important to have a like-minded community for support. Join us for our Climate Educator Virtual Happy Hours to find climate education opportunities for your classrooms and to meet other passionate educators!
This event is intended for K-12 educators, administration, and staff, but is open to the public. The Zoom link will be sent upon registering. Contact Katie Modic (katie@communitopia.org) with any questions.
Pittsburgh Youth for Climate Action (PYCA)
Join Pittsburgh-area Youth to Take Action on Climate Change
Youth around the world recognize that taking action on climate change is urgent and are leading the way in raising awareness and advocating for solutions. Join a growing group of Pittsburgh-area youth activists at our monthly PYCA meetings!
All PYCA meetings are currently virtual but as it becomes safe and the weather cooperates, we will also have opportunities to meet again in person. PYCA meets on the first Monday of every month from 6:00-7:30pm.
Summer Institute for Climate Change Education - A Regrounding in Truth
Hosted by Climate Generation, NOAA and the Wild Center, this virtual conference on climate change education convenes educators from across the country interested in gaining the skills, tools, and resources to teach climate change in all subject areas.
This three-day experience will include networking with a national audience, as well as one full day dedicated to working, planning, and learning with regional cohorts. Communitopia is excited to be hosting Pennsylvania’s Regional Cohort of educators at this year’s conference!
Pittsburgh Youth for Climate Action (PYCA)
Join Pittsburgh-area Youth to Take Action on Climate Change
Youth around the world recognize that taking action on climate change is urgent and are leading the way in raising awareness and advocating for solutions. Join a growing group of Pittsburgh-area youth activists at our monthly PYCA meetings!
All PYCA meetings are currently virtual but as it becomes safe and the weather cooperates, we will also have opportunities to meet again in person. PYCA meets on the first Monday of every month from 6:00-7:30pm.
Green Schools Conference
Communitopia and Woodland Hills Present at the Green Schools Conference
The Green Schools Conference (GSC) is the only event to bring together all the players involved in making green schools a reality: people who lead, operate, build and teach in schools. This year the Green Schools Conference will convene virtually over two half-days of programming, featuring inspiring keynotes, interactive education sessions and engaging peer group networking opportunities.
Communitopia and our partner, the Woodland Hills School District, are excited to present on day two of this year’s conference! Join us in this session to discuss the steps that the Woodland Hills Climate Committee has taken to create a climate movement within the district and share ideas for sustaining the movement. We welcome participants from current and aspiring climate-friendly districts to share their experiences and strengthen our ability to collaborate for solutions together!
Climate Change Makers Launch
A showcase of youth climate action in Pittsburgh!
Join us in celebration of Pittsburgh-area youth who put in over 500+ hours of climate activism in the 2020/2021 school year! Meet the youth, hear their stories, learn what they are passionate about and why they believe taking action on climate change cannot wait!
THURSDAY, JUNE 17TH FROM 7:00 - 8:00PM
Climate Educator Happy Hour
Climate Educator Virtual Happy Hour
Co-hosted by Remake Learning and Green Building Alliance
Calling all K-12 teachers of all grades, subject areas, or experience level:
Whether you are already teaching climate change-related lessons in your classroom or interested in getting started, it is important to have a like-minded community for support. Join us for our Climate Educator Virtual Happy Hours to find climate education opportunities for your classrooms and to meet other passionate educators!
We will meet three times throughout the Winter, Spring, and early Summer, 2021! We look forward to seeing you there-this is an event you won’t want to miss!
REGISTER HERE
This event is intended for K-12 educators, administration, and staff, but is open to the public. The Zoom link will be sent upon registering. Contact Katie Modic (katie@communitopia.org) with any questions.
Emerging Global Leaders Conference
The Future Is NOW!
This year’s Emerging Global Leaders Conference honors the defiant, the hopeful, the dreamers, the disruptors, and the unapologetic young people who have had their voices stifled or silenced. All too often, young people are called upon to lead in the future, but young people around the world are reclaiming their time and asserting that the future is NOW.
Communitopia’s Lauren Palamara is excited to be presenting a workshop in the afternoon with student activist Sofia Khatiwada entitled Climate Change and Everyday Sustainability. Students will have the opportunity to learn about the simple science behind climate change, local impacts, and ways they can take action in their own backyards. Designed for students in grades 6-12, this workshop will increase students’ scientific literacy surrounding climate change, increase their motivation to take action on climate change, and provide them with opportunities to ACT immediately!
This workshop is for youth-only. Space is limited!
Pittsburgh Youth for Climate Action (PYCA)
Join Pittsburgh-area Youth to Take Action on Climate Change
Youth around the world recognize that taking action on climate change is urgent and are leading the way in raising awareness and advocating for solutions. Join a growing group of Pittsburgh-area youth activists at our monthly PYCA meetings!
All PYCA meetings are currently virtual but as it becomes safe and the weather cooperates, we will also have opportunities to meet again in person. PYCA meets on the first Monday of every month from 6:00-7:30pm.