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Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is an internationally recognized #sustainability leader with the world's #greenest buildings, open year round.

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Join us this Thursday, for our Virtual Biophilia: The Upside of Darkness! Learn more about the relationship between astronomy and planet ecosystems, the adverse effects of too much light at night and more. Register here: https://t.co/7mBqrDN90Q

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In this month's Virtual Biophilia, learn about the upside of darkness! Lights after sunset stimulate photosynthesis and early leafing in trees which can stress plants leading to plant “burnout." Learn more: https://t.co/KsWVxNIEQr

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Pittsburgh is no stranger to air quality issues, but the last few weeks have brought a sweep of new concerns across the U.S. Northeast: wildfire smoke. Read this week's #bioPGH blog to find out how and why our city was affected by these wildfires: https://t.co/dYJy787Ygh

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Have you ever wondered how birds manage to fly such long distances? From energetics to body size ratios, there is quite a lot involved, but wing shape is a good place to start. Let’s explore! Read this week's #bioPGH to learn more: https://t.co/hccOmtkgBo

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Join us on Thurs., May 4, to hear from Tim Beatley as he leads a discussion about the potential role of, and lessons from, Pittsburgh’s extensive network of City Steps. Learn more: https://t.co/KsWVxNIEQr

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Join us Thurs., April 6 to hear from Tacumba Turner the Director of Oasis Farm & Fishery, a black-owned, one-of-a-kind, urban Bio-Market Garden located in Pittsburgh's Homewood neighborhood. Learn more about this organization and how it's work! More here: https://t.co/KsWVxNIEQr

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Have you ever noticed these blobby specimens in your yard? They are “oothecae,” or singular “ootheca.” Egg cases! In this instance, they were the egg cases of praying mantises. Why so blobby? Learn more in this week's #bioPGH blog: https://t.co/hZhHyZoV6I

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This coming Monday, all around the world, we will experience something in common: we all will experience approximately twelve hours of sunlight and twelve hours of darkness. Read this week's #bioPGH to prepare for the season of renewal: https://t.co/YAyCCtMDhA

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Over the past few weeks, the robins in our neighborhoods have become more active in the mornings — singing early, calling loudly to other birds and flitting here and there in pursuit of the perfect nest site. Learn more with this weeks #bioPGH blog: https://t.co/dyR9WNzl34

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Join us tonight to learn about food systems. Food systems encompass all the pieces of what brings our food from the farm to our table. Can we avoid these problems in the future by working toward a sustainable food system? Register today:
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Meet the newest member of Frick Park's Nine Mile Run: Castor the beaver! Beaver's prefer a high-quality habitat, so this is an excellent sign for folks that dedicate their time to keeping these vital ecosystems clean! Learn more about Castor today: https://t.co/YmnHgTZV8G

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Join us tonight at 6 p.m. for our Virtual Biophilia: The Magic of Urban Parks! Hear from Marcus Shoffner, President and CEO of The Outdoor Inclusion Coalition, discuss how his experience and leadership is reshaping the idea of urban recreation. More here: https://t.co/T2DLerqHnw

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Join us virtually Jan. 5 at 6 p.m. to hear from Marcus Shoffner, the president and CEO of The Outdoor Inclusion Coalition, and how his leadership is reshaping the idea of urban recreation that represents us all. Learn more: https://t.co/7mBqrDN90Q

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Fall migration is well underway for our feathered friends! We often don’t notice our smaller songbirds making their way south until we realize they haven’t been to our feeders. Did you know that is because many actually migrate at night? Read more here: https://t.co/jnd7LFhKr5

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Join us Oct. 6 for Virtual Biophilia with staff from the Missouri Botanical Gardens. We will be discussing the rise in people with dementia and how public gardens can help them connect with nature and spark memories. Learn more here: https://t.co/7mBqrDvxCg

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As part of our commitment to promote human and environmental well-being, Phipps encourages public and human-powered transportation for visitors and employees alike. Learn more about Climate Conscious Commuting here: https://t.co/rDdhMX4z2Z

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Autumn just wouldn’t be the same without apple cider, apple dumplings, and so many other classic apple recipes. Learn about how this classic fall staple became so popular in this week's #bioPGH blog! Read more: https://t.co/DrWfYcFdGr

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Fish crows (Corvus ossifragus) are a distinct species of crow found near coasts and major rivers in eastern US. Here in the Pittsburgh area, you can find them nesting in a few different spots, like around Duck Hollow and Oakland. Learn more: https://t.co/pnjm8uksg8

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Join us for our September screening of Reflection: A Walk with Water. Reckoning with this reality on the cusp of a record-setting dry season, filmmaker Emmett Brennan embarks on a powerful journey to find stories of hope and healing. Learn more: https://t.co/xz3IGcL2nj

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Join us virtually TODAY for Virtual Biophilia: Exploring Urban Wildlife in Chicago and Around the World. Speaker Seth Magle will join us to discuss his exciting work at Lincoln Park Zoo’s Urban Wildlife Institute. Register now: https://t.co/KsWVxNIEQr