Pittsburgh Gateways is a nonprofit economic development corporation serving the communities of Western Pennsylvania. Grounded by a mission to unlock unrealized potential, Pittsburgh Gateways seeks to create economic pathways through unique programming and projects in the region. We value collaboration, innovation and above all relationships in our work.
A commitment to economic opportunity is core to our mission. The Energy Innovation Center, is host to training opportunities in the building trades, medical careers, food service, banking, and environmental services/maintenance, while the Building Performance Lab in Homewood provides upskilling opportunities in building performance, weatherization and residential construction.
Learn MoreGateways is a trusted partner, collaborating with small businesses, start-ups and organizations ready to scale to find creative approaches to create and sustain economic growth.
Learn MoreGrounded in our partnership with Penn College, our focus on building performance promotes reduced energy consumption, comfort and safety while providing in-demand skills and certifications for careers in residential renovations and new construction.
Learn MoreChanging lives and changing communities. A five-week pre-apprenticeship leading to real opportunities with the building trade unions, this program prepares participants academically for union entrance exams and for the real-life challenges of a career in the trades.
JOHNSTOWN, PA — April 15, 2026 — Pittsburgh Gateways Corporation and the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown (Pitt-Johnstown), together with regional industry partners, today lau…
We’re proud to celebrate this important milestone for the Center for Metal Arts. Your generous support and commitment to sustainable community development has been instrumental in …
Thank you The Energy Efficiency Alliance! Your generous support and commitment to sustainable community development has been instrumental in making this vision a reality. We are ho…
Come celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Introduction To the Construction Trades Pre-Apprentice Training Program, September 18th starting at 5:30PM at the Energy Innovation Cente…
Award-winning pre-apprenticeship program has connected 350+ participants to high-paying careers in the building trades PITTSBURGH, PA – Pittsburgh Gateways proudly celebrates the 1…
Pittsburgh Gateways has partnered with Penn College’s Clean Energy Center (CEC) to co-develop a workforce development hub, training lab, and community engagement space in Homewood,…
