Heinz Endowments refocuses its grantmaking strategy
Early this month, the Heinz Endowments invited leaders of local nonprofits that work on environmental and economic development issues to a half-day forum at the Energy Innovation Center in the Hill District. The 86 leaders gathered there rely on a piece of the more than $70 million in grants that the city’s second-largest foundation doles […]
A change in plans: Strip District produce terminal to focus on retail, office space
A Chicago developer has overhauled its plan for the city’s historic produce terminal, replacing much of the housing that had been proposed with offices and retail and an anchor “that will focus on food.” After months of consultations with city leaders, local foundations and others, Dan McCaffery, CEO of McCaffery Interests, said he is excited […]
Apprenticeship Fair
Learn about Highway Construction Careers December 9, 2015 3pm-6pm Location Energy Innovation Center 1435 Bedford Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219 $250.00 in Raffle Prizes Come Learn more about the highway construction industry and receive guidance on what the next steps are in pursuing an apprenticeship. View Full PDF Flyer
Training Programs Informational Sessions
You are invited to visit us and learn more about the following training sessions that can lead to future employment in the following program areas:
Apprenticeship Fair
Learn about Highway Construction Careers Informational Sessions: November 24, 2015 4 pm — 7 pm December 3, 2015 9 am — 12 pm Location: Energy Innovation Center 1435 Bedford Avenue, Pittsburgh PA 15219 Attend one of the above Informational Sessions to get started on a career in highway construction. At these sessions, attendees will complete […]
Building Trades Resurfacing at Former Connelley Trade School
When the Clifford B. Connelley Vocational High School opened its doors in the City of Pittsburgh in 1930, it was considered one of the premier trade schools in the country. With its spacious classroom and training facilities, high school students from throughout the city had the opportunity to be introduced to careers in construction by […]
Energy Innovation Center open house a big success
Thanks to our tenants, community partners, the Thrival team, and all the guests who helped make our first Showcase a big success. We were thrilled with your enthusiasm and ongoing expressions of support.
The EIC is even greener with Penn State Center tree wells
Day by day our tenants and collaborators are making the Energy Innovation Center even greener! Last week our tenants at the Penn State Center hosted what to some observers, this may have looked like a ribbon-cutting ceremony for trees. In fact, the event celebrated the EIC’s new tree wells, part of a project led by […]