Arts & Climate Collective Festival: Art, Food, and Community
Allan Hancock Foundation (AHF) Lawn 3616 Trousdale Pkwy, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesAdmssion is free. Reservations not required. Celebrate Earth Month with USC’s Arts & Climate Collective (ACC) at its annual festival and be inspired to create a healthy and sustainable city for all! Showcasing student artwork and projects that connect the arts and storytelling with environmental justice and highlighting efforts to build sustainable communities in Los […]
UCLA Ecology & Evolutionary Biology Seminar: “Resurveying Colombia’s birds one century later,” with Natalia Ocampo-Peñuela
OnlineNatalia Ocampo-Peñuela is a Columbian conservation ecologist who focuses on birds and using spatial tools for applied conservation. She is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Environmental Studies at the University of California, Santa Cruz. Natalia is part of a group of Colombian scientists who together run the Colombia Resurvey Project. In this seminar, […]
“Wild Possibilities” Lunch & Learn – Maurice Salter Endowed Lecture in Nonprofits and Philanthropy
UCLA School of Law 385 Charles E. Young Drive East , Los Angeles , CA, United StatesA conversation with pioneering conservationist Kris Tompkins about how to forge an environmental career dedicated to public service. Kris Tompkins is president and co-founder of Tompkins Conservation. She began her journey as an environmentalist in Southern California as one of the first six employees of Patagonia. She went on to lead the company for many […]
UCLA First Thursdays: L.A. Vibes
Westwood Village Broxton Ave 1031 Broxton Avenue , CA 90024, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesJoin UCLA’s award-winning First Thursdays series, with themed experiences that are always fresh and free! UCLA First Thursdays has two parts: 1. Daytime activities at the Westwood Village Farmers’ Market (12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.) 2. Evening thematic block parties (7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.) This month's event will shine a light on all the inspiring ways […]
A Conversation with Ellen Jackowski, Chief Sustainability Officer and EVP at Mastercard
OnlineJoin 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 StatesIn-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
OnlineFor 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
Onlinea 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)
OnlineThe 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 StatesThe 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, CAJoin 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
OnlineThe 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 StatesGet 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.
Earth Month – Effective Communication & Sustainable Food System Storytelling
OnlineJoin an enlightening session delving into the art of effective communication and sustainable food system storytelling with Paula Perez, Oatly's Social Engagement & Community Growth Specialist. REGISTER HERE
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 StatesHot 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 StatesGet 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
OnlineThis 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 StatesJoin 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
OnlineJoin 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
OnlineJoin 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 […]