May 2019 Newsletter
In this issue:

Member Spotlight: Oriden
The JASP would like to recognize our Silver member - Oriden.

Oriden is a renewable energy venture, fully-backed by Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems, and will provide customized solutions for end-user energy customers — including development and permitting, construction, financing/ownership, and asset management of renewable energy projects. This new business was launched at the end of March, with a national unveiling at Bloomberg New Energy Finance’s “The Future of Energy Summit” and local unveiling at Carnegie Mellon University’s “Energy Week”.  Oriden’s strength is in is best-of-both-world’s structure: autonomous, innovative, and nimble like a start-up development shop coupled with the financial strength and industry gravitas of a large Japanese multinational. In addition, the team has the combined experience of over 2 GW of successful renewable project development and will initially focus on distributed renewable solutions, with an emphasis on solar PV and energy storage systems.

Oriden's name is a play on the English word “origin” and the Japanese word “denki” (電気) meaning ‘electricity.’

We thank Oriden for their membership!

The JASP Welcomes New Members

Family Member:
Student Members:

• • Ms. Mary Eberhardinger
• • Ms. Darielle Ketler
    

  Not a member yet? Join the JASP today!

Upcoming Community Events

Pittsburgh Sakura Project Hanami and Haiku Contest

The Pittsburgh Sakura Project, which just celebrated its 10th Anniversary of planting in North Park, will be having a Haiku Contest to celebrate the cherry trees this year. Submissions are due by May 15 and full instructions are available on the Pittsburgh Sakura Project website.  They are also seeking volunteers for weed treatment on Sundays in May and June.

Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month!

The Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance (APALA) Pittsburgh chapter will launch with free immigration services and free food. Everyone is welcome! Visit the Facebook event for more details and the schedule of events.

When: Saturday, May 11, 2:00 - 6:00 PM
Where: Jewish Community Center, 5738 Forbes Ave

2019 Welcoming Interactive + Welcoming Economies Convening

Pittsburgh has been chosen to host the 2019 Welcoming Interactive + Welcoming Economies Convening (WIE)! The WIE is a national conference organized by Welcoming America and the WE Global Network that brings together more than 400 community leaders from across the US to address immigrant inclusion. Register today using the code "Local100" to get your tickets at a discounted rate and join us for 2.5 days full of collaborative learning with diverse experts and opportunities to network with other attendees from across the nation. 

When: May 15 - 17
Where: Omni William Penn Hotel, 530 William Penn Pl, Pittsburgh, PA 15219

Second-Hand Book Fair 

Pittsburgh Japanese School will hold Second-hand Book Fair as a fundraiser for the school. Reservations are required my emailing  Komatsu by May 17. Book donations will be accepted on May 12 and 19. 

When: Sunday, May 19, 2:00-4:00 PM
Where: Shadyside Academy Middle School Cafeteria, 500 Squaw Run Rd E, Pittsburgh, PA 15238

Leadership Pittsburgh Inc. Recruiting for Leadership Cohorts

Take the personal initiative to spot the “best and brightest” within your own networks and to refer them to Leadership Pittsburgh Inc. programs.

Leadership Pittsburgh Inc. is Southwestern Pennsylvania’s premier multi-disciplinary organization for leadership identification, enrichment and networking. The Leadership Development Initiative (LDI) is most suited for emerging young leaders. More information including program applications and schedules are available at lpinc.org.
Application deadline for LDI is the first Friday in June.

Origami Dance Performance

From Compagnie Furinkaï comes Origami, a bold collaboration between Franco-Japanese dancer/choreographer, Satchie Noro, and French designer/builder, Silvain Ohl. Inspired by the Japanese art of paper folding, Origami introduces an unlikely pairing: a monumental, 40-foot shapeshifting shipping container and a gravity-defying dancer.This spectacle dance performance is free to attend at the 2019 Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival and will be performed at the Point State Park Fountain. For the full schedule, please visit the website.

When: June 14-16
Where: Point State Park Fountain