How municipalities and their local authorities can utilize renewable energy such as solar to run their systems will be the topic of a web-based seminar offered by Penn State Extension on Sept. 20.

How local municipalities can use an economic development strategy known as "placemaking" will be the topic of a web-based seminar offered by Penn State Extension on July 19.

Creating public places that are conducive to intergenerational engagement and cooperation and how planners can develop these places will be the topic of a web-based seminar offered by Penn State Extension. Presenting the 75-minute webinar from noon to 1:15 p.m. on Jan. 18 will be Matt Kaplan, professor of intergenerational programs and aging in Penn State's College of Agricultural Sciences.

The ability to provide fresh food while reducing the environmental impacts of hot buildings in urban settings will be the topic of a web-based seminar offered by Penn State Extension at noon on Aug. 17.

How a community in Lancaster County has improved water quality and economic vitality while addressing the impact of stormwater runoff and flooding through an innovative restoration approach will be the topic of a Web-based seminar offered by Penn State Extension.

Adaptive reuse and rehabilitation of existing structures for new office, commercial or residential uses will be the topic of a Web-based seminar offered by Penn State Extension.

How active transportation contributes to a healthy community will be the topic of a Web-based seminar offered by Penn State Extension.