Pittsburgh Green House
The Pittsburgh Green House, a project of ACTION-Housing, Inc., is a 110-year-old home that has been renovated as a weatherization training and educational facility where contractors and the general public can learn about residential energy and water savings and making homes healthier. Visitors can browse the resource center for information on do-it-yourself projects, contractors, and retrofit financing; engage in interactive educational activities; discover useful facts on informational signage throughout the building; and interact with our knowledgeable staff.
ACTION-Housing staff, regional experts, and a variety of local nonprofits and product specialists will teach a range of classes geared toward the general public on a rotating schedule. Contractors can receive hands-on training including building science, weatherization skills, blower door technology, and Building Performance Institute (BPI) certification in a typical regional home preparing them for career opportunities in the residential weatherization and retrofit market. Some courses are free, while others have associated fees. Take a look at the calendar to find a class that interests you.
NEW public hours as of July 1, 2012 are:
Wednesdays: 3 – 6 PM
and by Appointment
Call (412) 362-4PGH or email
pgh@actionhousing.org to set up a private visit.
Please check the calendar for holiday closings/hours.
Pittsburgh Green House Hours and Class Schedule
"Future Energy Auditors Train at Pittsburgh Green House"
Saturday, August 25, 2012, The Allegheny Front
"ACTION-Housing’s Project Goes Green"
Friday, March 23, 2012, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
"Pittsburgh Green House Opens in East Liberty"
Wednesday, March 7, 2012, Pop City Media
"House in East Liberty to teach about safety and savings on energy"
Monday, December 12, 2011, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Contact Information:
308 North Sheridan Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 362-4PGH
