Sustainable Pittsburgh

04/29/2026

The Allegheny Mountain Malt Sustainable Sip-Off made the final picks count.

Eleven regional breweries brought their best, showcasing beers brewed with locally sourced, regeneratively grown malt. With the Draft in town, it was the perfect time to highlight the strength of our region's brewing community and its connection to the local food system.

Congratulations to our winning brewers, and thank you to all participating breweries and everyone who joined us and cast their votes.

Thank you to our judges, hosts, partners, and sponsors for helping make this event possible.

Missed the Sip-Off? You’re in luck. Mike's Beer Bar is still pouring the picks while they last.

Three cheers for our winners!

Top Draft Picks:
🥇Late Addition Brewing + Blending
🥈Devout Brewing Company
🥉Windy Bridges Brew llc.

Sustainability Spotlight - Hop Farm Brewing Company, Headley’s Brewing, Devout Brewing Company
People’s Choice - Tortured Souls Brewing Company
Brewer’s Choice - Hazel Grove Brewing

04/27/2026

Just one week left to register.

Join us on May 5 for The Workforce Reset: Labor Shortages and the Future of our Economy.

Experts will bring academic insight on labor market dynamics, a community case study on navigating population change, and a local workforce perspective on building stronger talent pipelines.

https://bit.ly/48VPyTm

04/21/2026

The sun is shining and the picks are ready to be poured! Join us tonight for the Allegheny Mountain Malt Sustainable Sip-Off! 🍻

Sip & judge 11 sustainably brewed malt beers with the garage doors at Mike's Beer Bar.

When: TODAY, April 21
Where: Mike’s Beer Bar
Doors open at 4pm; Winners announced at 7:30.

Extra tickets will be available at the door.

04/20/2026

Tomorrow’s the day, Pittsburgh! The first annual Allegheny Mountain Malt Sustainable Sip-Off will kick off at Mike's Beer Bar on 4/21 starting at 4 PM.
Eleven regional brewers, one shared mission. Each will be pouring their own take on beers crafted with Allegheny Mountain Malt. It’s a celebration of local ingredients, collaboration, and the craft that brings it all together.

Produced by , Food21, and . Hosted by the legendary , with music by .

🎟️ Grab your tickets in advance at BridgeItTogether.org/Sip-Off.

04/20/2026

Workforce shortages are emerging as a defining challenge for communities across Southwestern Pennsylvania, as population decline and an aging demographic reshape the region’s labor supply.

Join Sustainable Pittsburgh and guest speakers on Tuesday, May 5, for The Workforce Reset: Labor Shortages and the Future of our Economy. This webinar will explore how these structural trends are impacting economic growth, essential services, and community stability.

https://bit.ly/48VPyTm

04/17/2026

The Sustainable Sip-Off is less than a week away! 🍻

The North Shore will be buzzing next week but we’re happy to share that road access and parking will still be available on the day of the Sip-Off. That said, we encourage guests to keep things sustainable by biking, riding, or sharing the trip when possible.
Hop on a bike with or take public transportation and join us for an evening of great beer, and an even better cause.

Tickets: www.bridgeittogether.org/sip-off

When: Tuesday, April 21
Where: Mike's Beer Bar
Doors open at 4pm; Winners announced at 7:30.

04/14/2026

Get in on the fun before the Draft! 🍻

Roads and parking will remain open and accessible on the day of the Sustainable Sip-Off so you can be a part of all the fun happening on the North Shore!

🚲 Go the extra mile to keep your evening sustainable by using POGOH or public transportation!

Join us on Tuesday, April 21, Mike's Beer Bar from 4pm - 7:30pm.

🎟️ Tickets are still available at BridgeItTogether.org/Sip-Off.

Be part of the first-ever Allegheny Malt Sip-Off, hosted by the legendary Ya Jagoff! and music provided by kidmental. 11 regional craft breweries will go head-to-head competing for Best Beer and you get to taste, vote, and help celebrate the best our region has to offer.
Grab your friends, grab a ticket, and come raise a glass with us!

04/09/2026

What is BITE Pittsburgh?

𝐁ridge 𝐈t 𝐓ogether for 𝐄veryone!

Pittsburgh’s commitment to sustainability starts with its small businesses and restaurants. Take a BITE out of Pittsburgh whether you are visiting Pittsburgh for the first time or have lived here your whole life and experience our evolving Rust Belt city’s nationally recognized sustainable culture.
Sustainable Pittsburgh’s Bridge It Together for Everyone! program serves to connect consumers to best-in-practice local businesses. It’s our way to bridge the gap between meaningful purchases that positively affect our region and the businesses that provide goods and services responsibly. Every BITE counts and strengthens our communities and helps our economy thrive!

04/09/2026

We recently brought together and the for a conversation on AI and sustainability. https://bit.ly/3OgPnLj

As part of that discussion, Albrecht Powell shared a grounded perspective on where AI adoption stands today and what it means for organizations moving forward.

We’re excited to feature him in the first video of our new series, The Sustainable Edge, highlighting leaders from the CEOs for Sustainability network.

Watch below for his take on AI, sustainability, and the opportunity for the Pittsburgh region.

https://youtu.be/-8Wi3o0ElBg?si=Cp3Ao6WeQZbXY-3z

In this inaugural video of The Sustainable Edge, Albrecht Powell of Accenture shares his perspective on the intersection of AI and sustainability and what it...

04/02/2026

Artificial intelligence is accelerating energy demand at an unprecedented pace. But energy infrastructure doesn’t build itself. It requires a skilled workforce.

As Sustainable Pittsburgh Executive Director Bhavini Patel explains in this recent article:

“Federal regulators have already raised concerns about whether current systems can keep pace with rapidly increasing demand. When supply lags, the outcome is predictable: higher costs and increased volatility.

Meanwhile, the workforce needed to deliver new energy infrastructure is limited. A 2025 CBS News report noted more than 400,000 unfilled skilled trade jobs, including such roles as electricians, line workers, energy auditors, HVAC technicians, and grid modernization specialists.”

Through the Future Energy Jobs Hub, we are working to align training, careers, and industry demand across Southwestern Pennsylvania.

Read the full story:

AI growth is driving energy demand, but workforce shortages threaten grid expansion, reliability, and long-term economic competitiveness.