Elaine Hinrichs
About Elaine Hinrichs
Elaine Hinrichs is an Education and Outreach Associate at the Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority, where she has worked since 2019. She has a background in environmental studies and has held various roles in organizations focused on sustainability and community engagement.
Current Role at Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority
Elaine Hinrichs serves as the Education and Outreach Associate at the Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority (PWSA) since 2019. In this role, she organizes and assists in conducting public meetings to inform the community about PWSA projects. She develops and implements creative strategies to engage customers and community members regarding PWSA services. Additionally, she collaborates with multiple departments, including Environmental Compliance and Engineering, to share information about stormwater management and other services.
Previous Experience in Environmental Organizations
Before her current position, Elaine Hinrichs held various roles in environmental organizations. She worked as a Board Member for the Green EDGE Fund from 2014 to 2016. In 2015, she served as a Water Quality Modeling Intern at the Western Reserve Land Conservancy for one month. She also worked as a Sustainability Fellow focusing on Green Stormwater Infrastructure with the Student Conservation Association from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, she was a Scientific and Technical Advisory Committee Staffer at the Chesapeake Research Consortium from 2016 to 2018.
Educational Background
Elaine Hinrichs completed her Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Studies at Oberlin College from 2012 to 2016. Prior to that, she attended State College Area High School, where she graduated from 2009 to 2012. Her educational background has provided her with a strong foundation in environmental issues and community engagement.
Community Engagement and Educational Initiatives
In her role at PWSA, Elaine Hinrichs produces educational videos for both children and adults on topics such as stormwater and drinking water. She designs informational materials, including posters and project signs, to raise public awareness. Additionally, she facilitates interactive educational activities at community festivals and schools, and she maintains partnerships to enhance local education and outreach efforts.
Content Creation and Public Communication
Elaine Hinrichs creates and manages content for PWSA's website and social media platforms. She writes articles for the PWSA newsletter and press releases to keep the public informed about various initiatives and services. Her work ensures that community members are aware of important information related to water and sewer services.