When you think of Pittsburgh, other than the town’s famous professional athletic teams, one of the first things you probably think of is the city’s industrial success. Between the coal mining industry that once served as the lifeblood of the region and the traffic that ran up and down the city’s massive rivers, the region was once a hub of activity for certain industries.
But all of that hustle and bustle eventually caused Pittsburgh to earn itself several unfavorable nicknames as a result.
Sometimes called the City of Smoke due to the coal consumption, Pittsburgh’s air was once known to be thick and dark. And while several politicians and environmental groups have worked hard over the years to clean both the city and its reputation, residents are still suffering…