L.A. RIVER FEST 2024

Los Angeles State Historic Park 1245 N Spring St, Los Angeles, CA, United States

River Fest is BACK! Join Friends of the LA River (FoLAR) for a free, open-air environmental arts and community festival celebrating the culture, history, and people that shape the LA River. FoLAR’s third-annual River Fest will welcome 1,000 Angelenos to LA State Historic Park and featuring a variety of local artists with thrilling live performances, […]

Waste, Wishcycling & Greenwashing

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Join a conversation with experts on what to do with your waste, why all those products marketed as “compostable” are not compostable, why reuse is the way to go, and a lot more, including how to encourage restaurants to be more sustainable and how to host a sustainable event. Bring (virtually!) all those items you […]

Quantum Solutions: Leveraging Technology for Sustainable Data Centers

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Data Centers have historically been considerable consumers of energy and water globally, but increasing focus on reporting and grid constraints is transforming the industry. Gain valuable insights on the latest technology and trends to design and deliver sustainable and resilient data centers in this upcoming Green Building Initiative (GBI) webinar. Owners and colocations alike can […]

Emerging Leaders Then and Now: Stories of Professional Development and Growth after WaterNow’s Emerging Leader Award

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WaterNow’s Emerging Leader Award supports water utility staff working to transform their utilities and the water sector in support of principles of sustainability and equity. In this webinar, WaterNow brings together past Emerging Leader Award recipients to hear how their careers and their projects have developed and evolved since receiving their Awards. Join for a […]

The Music Industry’s Plastic-Free Evolution

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As humanity becomes more concerned about the issues surrounding climate change, the music industry is adapting to become more sustainable, and everyone from artists and performers, to promoters, venues, and concert goers are paving the way toward a plastic-free future. Musicians and industry leaders have a unique platform when it comes to speaking out about […]

UCLA Botanical Garden Third Thursdays

UCLA Mildred E Mathias Botanical Garden, La Kretz Garden Pavilion 707 Tiverton Dr, Los Angeles, CA

See the sunset from the UCLA Botanical Garden at Third Thursdays, their summer twilight series. Meet new friends at the wine bar, then kick back and enjoy live music! Admission for each event is $10. Purchase tickets here or at the door. Cash is not accepted. If you are paying at the door, you will […]

Open House: Towards a Carbon-Free Future from Ocean to Atmosphere

AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles 2451 Signal St, Los Angeles, CA, United States

You're invited to AltaSea to learn about how innovative technologies, from the TRACER Project to Captura, aim to achieve climate goals. AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles is a leader in the Blue Economy that strives towards sustainable and responsible use of ocean resources to promote economic growth, improve livelihoods, and ensure the health […]

CicLAvia—Meet the Hollywoods presented by Metro

Hollywood Los Angeles, CA, United States

Join CicLAvia's 54th Los Angeles Open Streets Event: CicLAvia—Meet the Hollywoods! This CicLAvia is presented by Metro. Location: Connecting East and West Hollywood. What: CicLAvia is a non-profit organization that has been opening streets throughout LA County since 2010. Come experience car-free open streets at their 54th event, CicLAvia—Meet the Hollywoods. Enjoy the pop-up park […]

Shaping Future California Energy Research

RAND 1776 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA, United States

This workshop, Shaping Future California Energy Research, seeks to connect communities with researchers to network and inform a California-based energy research agenda. At this workshop, stakeholders from California communities will share their energy research concerns with researchers and identifying areas of complementarity. Together, participants will work to identify resources, project managers, and data to address […]

Moonlight Hike Featuring Naima Bock

Coldwater Canyon Park 12601 N Mulholland Dr, Beverly Hills, CA, United States

Lace up your hiking boots and join us on the trails of our Coldwater Canyon Park for a Moonlight Hike. The event begins with a special performance by SubPop Records recording artist Naima Bock, joining us from the UK. Music begins at 7pm with the hike following at 8pm. TreePeople’s Moonlight Hikes take night owls […]

“Chinatown” Screening and Opening Reception for “What’s On Tap: LA’s Water Story…Source to Spigot”

El Tranquilo Gallery 19 Olvera Street, El Pueblo Historical Monument, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Even in the modern era, communities in Los Angeles and around California face a variety of water challenges, ranging from securing access to clean, affordable water, to contending with the reality of water supplies threatened by a changing climate. An art exhibit titled "What's On Tap: LA's Water Story...Source to Spigot" explores these issues and […]

Choose Your Path: How to Choose the Best Path to Write Your Climate Action Plan

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Choosing the right approach to write a climate action plan for a university involves assessing the institution's unique needs, resources, and goals. Join an insightful webinar that will guide you through the various strategies to create an actionable plan tailored to unique needs. The pros and cons of writing a climate action plan fully in-house, […]

Geo Exchange Systems: a Path to Decarbonization

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Join a webinar on geo exchange systems as part of the campus decarbonization journey! Learn about geo exchange systems including how energy is generated and its various applications. We'll cover stages of geo exchange project development, from exploration to operation, and discuss the barriers to implementation on campuses. Additionally, learn about the operational and maintenance […]

Conversation on the Settlement of Navahine v. HDOT with Our Children’s Trust

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Hosted by the Human Rights Center at the University of California, Berkeley School of Law, The UCLA Law Promise Institute Europe, The Promise Institute for Human Rights at UCLA Law, and Our Children’s Trust Co-moderated by Betsy Popken, JD, LLM, Human Rights Center at the University of California, Berkeley School of Law Kate Mackintosh, Executive […]

Urban Forestry for Changing Times Symposium

Angeles National Forest Headquarters 701 N. Santa Anita Ave, Arcadia, CA, United States

Join a diverse group of researchers, practitioners, community members, and representatives from government and nonprofit organizations for a day of stimulating panel discussions and networking opportunities. Topics will include: the state of urban forestry research; science delivery & communication; urban forest equity; urban forest management planning; and more. The day will also include interactive breakout […]

Workshop: Pivoting Careers to Climate + Hear En-Roads on Empowering your Climate Career

Marion Anderson Hall Grand Salon 110 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, United States

3-4pm: Workshop: Pivoting Careers to Climate ​Led by Marcus Castain, UCLA Anderson’s Parker Career Management Center ​Learn how to position yourself successfully in the climate tech job market with the applied marketing framework ​Familiarize yourself with valuable resources to support your career transition ​Canvas the climate job opportunities available ​4-5pm: How En-ROADS Can Help Empower […]

Fossil Free California presents: EJ Intersections

UCLA South Bay 30800 Palos Verdes Dr E, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA, United States

A presentation on how the battles against neighborhood oil drilling and for fossil fuel divestment are linked.

Climate Careers: TED Talks & Networking Mixer

Marion Anderson Hall Grand Salon 110 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, United States

​5-6pm: TED talk sessions: Spotlighting Climate Career Pathways ​Enjoy inspiring talks from leaders who are making a difference across the climate landscape through their impactful careers ​6-7pm: Networking mixer REGISTER HERE

The Climate Fresk: a team-based workshop to master Climate Change!

UCLA South Bay 30800 Palos Verdes Dr E, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA, United States

Learn, Connect, and Act: Elevate Your LA Climate Week with Climate Fresk! ​Looking for a dynamic and engaging way to deepen your understanding of climate change during LA Climate Week? Whether you’re new to climate science or already knowledgeable, this Climate Fresk Workshop offers the perfect blend of learning, networking, and fun. ​Understanding the complexity […]