Financing the Energy Transition: A Policy Leadership Series Event with Jigar Shah
OnlineAs head of the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Loan Programs Office (LPO), Jigar Shah oversees hundreds of billions in loan authority to finance the ambitious energy deployments needed to accelerate the clean energy transition at scale. Join Resources for the Future (RFF) on Tuesday, June 20, as RFF President and CEO Richard Newell sits down […]
Clean Power and Clean Vehicles
OnlineOn May 11th, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed urgently needed limits on carbon emissions from power plants that burn coal and gas, targeting the source of about a third of U.S. carbon pollution—or a quarter of total greenhouse gas emissions. On April 12th, the EPA proposed rules to cut carbon emissions from cars and […]
Webinar | Plastic-Free Seas: Diving Into How Plastic Impacts Health, Climate, and Our Oceans
OnlineOn June 22, the Plastic Pollution Coalition will dive deep into the challenges that plastic pollution poses to our oceans and our bodies, how polluted waters disrupt the mental health benefits we gain from access to healthy oceans and waterways, and how we may restore our planet as well as our own physical and mental […]
Haagen-Smit Clean Air Talks
HYBRID: CalEPA Headquarters, Byron Sher Auditorium 1001 I Street, Sacramento, CA, United StatesThe California Air Resources Board (CARB) Haagen-Smit Awards recognize individuals for their exceptional and transformative contributions, widespread impacts, and novel accomplishments related to clean air and climate change. This year, CARB is pleased to present the seven individuals below with Haagen-Smit Awards. Please join the Haagen-Smit Clean Air Talks, where seven 2022 Haagen-Smit award winners […]
Opportunities for Enhanced Near-term U.S.-China Climate Action: Reducing Methane Emissions in the U.S. and China
OnlineAs two of the largest global economies and energy consumers, China and the U.S. are also the top and third largest methane emitters, respectively. Both nations have significant opportunities to reduce their methane emissions over the next decade, with some methods of reduction having low or no costs associated. In the U.S., it's estimated that […]
LA’S Social & Environmental Impact Changemakers
Guayakí Yerba Mate HQ 215 Rose Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesJoin B Local Los Angeles at the Guayakí Yerba Mate HQ as they present a panel discussion featuring a diverse array of perspectives from local environmental and social justice changemakers. Moderated by B Corporation impact advocates Jessica Rosen, of Guayakí, and Genevieve Lawrence, of MaCher, you won't want to miss out on this opportunity to […]
Habitat Restoration Day
Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Preserve 6100 Woodley Ave, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesJoin Friends of the LA River, California Native Plant Society, and San Fernando Valley Audubon for a morning of invasive plant removal and bird walks in the Sepulveda Basin! With the help of the California Native Plant Society, volunteers will remove invasive mustard and learn about its impact on the ecosystem and why its removal […]
Debrief of the Ruling in Arizona v. Navajo Nation
OnlinePlease join this discussion of the 5-4 Supreme Court ruling in Arizona v. Navajo Nation. REGISTER HERE Panelists will give insight on the arguments, historical precedent, and the long-term impact of this case on tribes and natural resources. Featured in the discussion will be: Paul Spruhan — Assistant Attorney General, Litigation Unit, Navajo Nation Department […]
Explore Your Climate Action Sweet Spot
OnlineLed by an experienced facilitator, this 2-hour interactive workshop will guide you through a series of exercises to explore your personal hero, identify your climate action sweet spot, and overcome barriers to taking meaningful climate action. Here’s what you can expect from the workshop: Reflect on key areas that bring you a sense of purpose […]
Resilience and Futureproofing Considerations for EV Charging Infrastructure
OnlineThe Joint Office of Energy and Transportation (Joint Office) will host a webinar on resilience and futureproofing considerations for electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. This webinar will cover topics such as maintaining performance, reliability, and accessibility of EV charging stations during power outages and extreme weather events, maximizing the usefulness of charging stations near evacuation […]
LACI Open House for Colleges and Universities
La Kretz Innovation Campus 525 South Hewitt Street, Los Angeles, CAThe Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator (LACI) invites faculty and staff from local and regional colleges and universities to attend an open house. This event is designed to share information about LACI's programming with the local higher education community. LACI is creating an inclusive green economy for the people of Los Angeles by unlocking innovation by […]
Decarbonizing the Future: Direct Air Capture and other Carbon Management Technologies
OnlineAlong with deep decarbonization across all sectors of the economy, carbon removal is essential to getting to net-zero emissions by mid-century. This will require both natural and technological means of removal, such as enhanced carbon uptake from forests, adjusted agricultural practices, and large-scale deployment of DAC with sequestration. This event will serve to give a […]
LGBTQ2S+ Natural Resources Leaders Unite to Discuss the Importance of Community
OnlineJoin for an inspiring Secretary Speaker Series to celebrate Pride Month and shine a spotlight on LGBTQ2s+ Natural Resource Leaders. This discussion will delve into "The Importance of Community" and explore finding and building it. An esteemed panel of LGBTQ2s+ leaders will share their personal journeys, experiences, and insights, highlighting the crucial role that community […]
Opportunities for Enhanced Near-term U.S.-China Climate Action: Decarbonizing the Power Sector
OnlineThe United States and China both face similar challenges in decarbonizing their power sector, despite differing political and economic systems. Meanwhile, both nations have made commitments for transforming their power sectors, with the U.S. targeting zero carbon power by 2035 and China aiming to achieve 39% non-fossil based power by 2025. Join us to hear […]
Assessing the Mobility Needs of Rural and Underserved Communities in California
OnlineHouseholds in small and rural communities are often automobile dependent, and those with low incomes or who do not own a car have limited transportation options for accessing basic services that improve lives and livelihoods, including jobs, health care, healthy food, and more. In this webinar, researchers from the National Center for Sustainable Transportation will […]
Solutions in Our Soil – From Science to Practice
OnlineThe Solutions in our Soil webinar series has explored what soil health means and why it’s so important, how it’s connected to water, and where we can promote soil health throughout the food supply chain. This fourth and final webinar will focus on soil health practices on the ground and how soils are integral to […]
A Cleantech Pride Celebration & Networking Event with LACI and StartOut LA
La Kretz Innovation Campus 525 South Hewitt Street, Los Angeles, CAThis event aims to create a space where diverse voices unite, ideas flourish, and empowerment abounds. This is a unique opportunity to connect with trailblazers who are shaping the future of cleantech while proudly celebrating the colorful tapestry of LGBTQ+ identities. Capacity is limited to 100 attendees. REGISTER HERE Light refreshments will be served. Parking […]
Climate Equity LA Series: Citywide Heat Safety Response and Awareness
OnlineThis Climate Equity LA Series workshop will center on both building region-wide awareness for heat safety, and how the City deploys emergency response resources for extreme heat. Both frontline voices and policy/technical experts will lift topics that we must discuss to inform key practices to prevent heat injury, both individually and systemically. These dialogues with […]
A Collaborative Brainstorm for Climate Resiliency
OnlineJoin Work on Climate and IDEO for a collaborative brainstorm session around climate resiliency for frontline communities. This event is open to anyone, and designed to help you apply the principles of blue sky brainstorming to everyday problem-solving against climate change. REGISTER HERE What is the Climate Resiliency Challenge? Have an idea for how to […]
Climate Resolve Open House with Senator Ben Allen
LACI 525 S Hewitt St, Los Angeles, CAYou’re invited to an open house on June 30 to find out more about Climate Resolve’s initiatives and campaigns in battling urban heat in Los Angeles and across the state. Senator Ben Allen of the 24th District will be the keynote speaker for the evening. We’d love for you to join us and participate in […]