A Conversation with Ellen Jackowski, Chief  Sustainability  Officer and EVP at Mastercard

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Join Chris Field, Director of Stanford Woods Institute for the Environment, for a conversation with Ellen Jackowski, Chief Sustainability Officer and EVP at Mastercard. Ellen is spearheading the integration of Mastercard's Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) strategy into the organization. As part of this work, she is driving climate leadership for Mastercard-wide programs and commitments, […]

Food and Film: Food, Inc. 2

Billy Wilder Theater 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, United States

In-person: Q&A with filmmakers Robert Kenner, Melissa Robledo; Gerardo Reyes Chavez, Coalition of Immokalee Workers; producer Eric Schlosser; chef and restaurateur Alice Waters. Admission is free. No advance reservations. Your seat will be assigned to you when you pick up your ticket at the box office. Seats are assigned on a first come, first served […]

34th Annual Clean Air Awards

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For over three decades, South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) has honored those who have made outstanding clean air contributions to improve the health of our communities and the economy. Our air is cleaner today, and our families are healthier because of their efforts. Past awardees have made significant contributions in the areas of […]

Heritage at High Tide: Archaeology and Climate Crisis in the Eastern Mediterranean – A Deep Dive into Cyprus’ and Greece’s Imperiled Treasures

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a panel discussion organized by Professor Ioanna Kakoulli (Acting Director, UCLA SNF Center for the Study of Hellenic Culture) The Eastern Mediterranean, a cradle of ancient civilizations, stands at the precipice of an unprecedented challenge. Coastal areas, including the island of Cyprus and Greece, like other regions in the Mediterranean are witnessing the relentless advance […]

Public Meeting – Comprehensive Plastics Reduction Program Draft Program Environmental Impact Report (PEIR)

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The City of Los Angeles, through LA Sanitation and Environment (LASAN), is pursuing efforts to reduce single-use plastics. The City of Los Angeles (City) is seeking to implement a citywide Comprehensive Plastics Reduction Program (proposed Program). As a result, the City through its Bureau of Sanitation (LASAN) has prepared a Draft Program Environmental Impact Report […]

Heart of the City: Wellness Festival

California Hospital Medical Center 1401 S. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United States

The Los Angeles Regional Collaborative for Climate Action and Sustainability (LARC), based at UCLA's Institute of of the Environment and Sustainability, will be tabling to share information about extreme heat preparedness at the Heart of the City Wellness Festival. Join LARC and dozens of exhibitors for health screenings, eco-friendly activities, local sporting teams, food trucks, […]

Guided UCLA Botanical Garden Tour

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

Join a Garden Guide for a free tour. Explore a living museum featuring collections of plants from around the globe! You’ll hear the stories of selected plants in the Garden and their relevance to human society. All ages are welcome. Tours meet at the La Kretz Garden Pavilion at the northern end of the Garden […]

Towards securing sustainable climate finance to reduce overshoot risks

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The discussion will focus on the latest state of affairs of climate finance, and the global priorities of 2024 and their expected outcomes. Furthermore, the speakers will review the most urgent systemic changes in climate finance architecture, and open a discussion on incentives for novel approaches to increase funding. Additionally, they will discuss how bring […]

Free Food from the Dining Halls

Conference Room 1 in the Student Activities Center Basement 220 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Get a plate of free hot dining hall food in the SAC basement. Please bring your own containers and utensils. Bruin Dine is operating Tuesdays, Wednesdays, AND Thursdays this quarter.

Exhibition opening and LASER talk – “Hot Cling, Shear Magic, and the Mouthfeel of Capitalism: Images From the History of Ultra Processed Foods”

California NanoSystems Institute, 5th floor 570 Westwood Plaza, Building 114, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Hot Cling, Shear Magic, and the Mouthfeel of Capitalism: Images From the History of Ultra Processed Foods Hannah Landecker Exhibition 10 Apr 2024 - 4:00pm EVENT INFO Exhibition opening: Wednesday, April 10th, 4- 6 pm CNSI ArtSci Gallery, 5th floor 570 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90095 The exhibition will be on display through April […]

Free Food from the Dining Halls

Conference Room 1 in the Student Activities Center Basement 220 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Get a plate of free hot dining hall food in the SAC basement. Please bring your own containers and utensils. Bruin Dine is operating Tuesdays, Wednesdays, AND Thursdays this quarter.

Meet & Greet with Sara Eve Fuentes, new Chairwoman of Women in Cleantech and Sustainability

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This live meet and greet, followed by a Q&A session, offers an unparalleled opportunity to get acquainted with Sara, her vision, and her aspirations for the future of Women in Cleantech and Sustainability (WCS). After an inspiring journey of over a decade with WCS, starting from a volunteer to ascending the ranks to Vice Chairwoman, […]

Temperature Check with Jane Fonda and L.A. climate communicators

Wallis Annenberg Hall (ANN), Forum 3630 Watt Way, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Join the Center for Climate Journalism and Communication to hear some of the most powerful voices in climate gather to discuss key environmental issues in L.A. and beyond. Noon–1 p.m. Climate activist and actor Jane Fonda in conversation with Dean Willow Bay 1:30–2:30 p.m. A conversation with L.A. climate communicators — Sammy Roth, L.A. times […]

Global Impact: Climate Change and Our Health

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Join this part of Kaiser Permanente's Health Action Summit. Expert panelists will explore the connections between severe weather incidents and healthcare obstacles, discover opportunities for enhanced collaboration between industry and government, and discuss addressing disparities emerging from the intersection of climate change and healthcare. REGISTER HERE

Artist Talk and Q + A

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Join the Art|Sci Center in learning about Yolande Harris’ artistic research conducted with Dr. Ari Friedlaender of UCSC. Harris incorporates underwater field recordings of whale vibrations, and realizes her work in glass, bronze, and multi-media forms. She will exhibit in our forthcoming exhibition, Atmosphere of Sound: Sonic Art in Times of Climate Disruption, scheduled to […]

Free Food from the Dining Halls

Conference Room 1 in the Student Activities Center Basement 220 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Get a plate of free hot dining hall food in the SAC basement. Please bring your own containers and utensils. Bruin Dine is operating Tuesdays, Wednesdays, AND Thursdays this quarter.

Broxton Nights: Earth Day Festival

Westwood Village Broxton Ave 1031 Broxton Avenue , CA 90024, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Broxton Nights is a monthly Night Market in the heart of Westwood Village that's fun for all ages! Come together to honor our planet and embrace sustainability in style! Prepare for an immersive shopping experience as The Pop-Up Shoppes takes over Broxton Nights with a curated selection of 40 eco-conscious small businesses. REGISTER HERE   […]

The Pando Sustainability Awards

Caltech Dabney Hall Lounge and Gardens 1200 E California Blvd, Pasadena, CA, United States

Meet the ingenious innovators behind community-based projects developed by instructors and students implementing Southland sustainability goals. Help honor the season winners of Pando's programs for higher ed and middle school. See the inaugural unveiling of new work from Pando's street-smart team. And move the best ideas forward. Hosted at Caltech, The Pando Sustainability Awards showcases […]

A Conversation With Our City Attorney

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Join the Neighborhood Council Sustainability Alliance for a conversation with Los Angeles City Attorney Hydee Feldstein Soto. REGISTER HERE