Green Building Alliance

Join Green Building Alliance, The Passive House Network PA, and City of Pittsburgh for a look into the background and history of the East Liberty Fire Station project, a glance at past and anticipated performance, and a tour of the facility.

📅 June 2
🕣 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
📍 149 N Euclid Ave, Pittsburgh PA
💲 FREE for GBA, Passive House PA, and NOMA Members; 2030 Partners; and Public Safety Workers, $15 for Non Members
🛠️ Eligible for 1.5 AIA or self-reported GBCI CEUs
🔗 Register on our website: https://buff.ly/Qto39bk

In an effort to meet the City of Pittsburgh’s 2030 Climate Action Plan goals, the East Liberty Fire Station building has undergone major renovations adhering to Pittsburgh’s Net Zero Ready code. Improvements to upgrade the building while preserving historic value and architectural features include a renovation and repurposing of the historic courtroom. Attendees will hear from project team members with City of Pittsburgh and AE7.

Learn more and register here: https://buff.ly/Qto39bk

We look forward to honoring the Pittsburgh International Airport Terminal Modernization Program as the Emerald Evening 2026 Vanguard Award recipient!

This project is truly transformative, redefining what travelers experience at PIT while setting a high bar for sustainability, thoughtful design, and community-centered thinking. From its commitment to green building principles to its stunning architecture guided by nature, technology, and community, the TMP is exactly the kind of bold, forward-thinking project we love to champion. Kudos to project team members Allegheny County Airport Authority, Gensler, HDR, luis vidal + architects, Michael Baker International, Paslay Group, Jacobs Solutions Inc., PJ Dick, Trumbull and Lindy Group, Mascaro Construction Company, LP, Turner Construction Company, Rycon Construction, Buro Happold and EvolveEA!

We look forward to honoring the Pittsburgh International Airport project alongside all of our incredible 2026 awardees at the Emerald Evening Gala on May 14 at the beautiful Union Trust Building!

🎟️ Grab your tickets and learn more at https://buff.ly/ViFxW5Q

GBA's Emerald Evening is just around the corner, and if you've been on the fence about joining us, now is the time to act. Ticket prices go up on April 30, so purchase your spot today before it's too late.

What to expect on May 14 at the stunning Union Trust Building:
✨ An unforgettable evening with Pittsburgh's leaders in sustainable design, construction, and community development
🏆 An awards ceremony honoring the people and projects transforming our region
🍽️ Delicious food, drinks, and unmatched networking
🏛️ Set inside one of Pittsburgh's most breathtaking venues: the Union Trust Building

This event sells out every year — don't wait!

👉 Purchase your tickets now: https://buff.ly/Z2dp4Y1

2026 Emerald Evening - Green Building Alliance Join us on May 14, 2026, for Emerald Evening, a night of unmatched networking, delicious food and drinks, and a celebration of the people and projects that are transforming our region. 

Join us on May 14 at Emerald Evening as we celebrate Borough of Etna and the achievements of community leaders and residents in reshaping this community to one that is a model of resilience and sustainability. Among the Borough’s many milestone achievements are the Etna Riverfront Park and the nearly completed Etna Center for Community, which we had the opportunity to tour earlier this week.

Opening this summer, this mixed-use redevelopment will provide the community with a library and indoor public space, and will include accessible design, a solar installation, and community courtyard with stormwater management features, fulfilling a number of Etna’s EcoDistrict commitments.

The project is also a model for reclamation and recycling, with a materials diversion rate of 80.54% and more than 195,200 lbs diverted from landfill.

Thanks to additional project team members Michael Brothers Companies and Volpato Construction Corp who provided valuable insights into the project's construction waste diversion rates.

✳️ Purchase your tickets to Emerald Evening before prices increase on April 30: https://buff.ly/ViFxW5Q

🎉 GBA is proud to introduce our 2026 Legacy Award honoree: William J. Bates, FAIA Emeritus, NOMA, Hon.PhD.

Bill is a true pioneer of Pittsburgh's green building movement. From driving sustainable building practices across the region to championing historic preservation, advancing diversity in architecture, and inspiring future designers, his impact is immeasurable.

We are thrilled to honor Bill at the Emerald Evening Gala on May 14 at the stunning Union Trust Building. 🌿

Tickets are available at https://buff.ly/qzJgod6
Prices increase April 30th, so purchase today!