BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//UCLA Sustainability - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu X-WR-CALDESC:Events for UCLA Sustainability REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230719T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230719T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T164921 CREATED:20230630T004449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T004449Z UID:18617-1689778800-1689782400@sustain.ucla.edu SUMMARY:Hydrogen Blending in Buildings DESCRIPTION:Join to learn more about hydrogen as part of a commitment to protect the planet and all who live here from the existential dangers of climate change. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/hydrogen-blending-in-buildings/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sustain.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/psrpa.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230720T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230720T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T164921 CREATED:20230714T220932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230714T220932Z UID:18698-1689843600-1689847200@sustain.ucla.edu SUMMARY:Reimagining Energy Permitting for the 21st Century DESCRIPTION:Congress has a once-in-a-decade opportunity to rethink how the United States does energy permitting—a step that would accelerate efforts to modernize the country’s physical infrastructure. The old way of permitting must be reformed to facilitate deployment of innovative technologies that will enhance U.S. energy security and address environmental imperatives. Yet the discussion about permitting reform to date has largely focused on procedural reforms to federal statutes\, such as the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). While siting and building need to speed up\, additional permitting challenges for new and emerging energy technology solutions remain. \nPlease join the Information Technology & Innovation Foundation (ITIF) on Capitol Hill for a briefing event featuring keynote remarks by Reps. Garret Graves (R-LA) and Scott Peters (D-CA) followed by an expert panel discussion on ways Congress can reduce barriers to digital energy solutions\, increase new energy infrastructure technologies\, and modernize our entire energy infrastructure. \nREGISTER HERE \nQuestions for the speakers? Ask on Slido. URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/reimagining-energy-permitting-for-the-21st-century/ LOCATION:HYBRID: Online and U.S. Capitol Visitors Center\, First Street NE\, Room HVC-201\, Washington\, DC\, 20510\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustain.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/itifpermit.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230720T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230720T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T164921 CREATED:20230628T182450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230707T175941Z UID:18580-1689850800-1689854400@sustain.ucla.edu SUMMARY:Veloz Digital Dialogue — On The Grid: The Role of EVs in Energy Reliability DESCRIPTION:Alongside spotlight speaker Alice Reynolds\, President of the California Public Utilities Commission\, a full panel of industry experts will detail how EVs can play a role in grid reliability — from demand offset programs to battery storage solutions\, and much more. \nDigital Dialogue Panel: \n\nJigar J. Shah\, Head of Energy Services\, Electrify America\nJames Frasher\, Manager of New Business Development\, Grants and Innovation\, Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD)\nSmriti Mishra\, Senior Director of Strategic Growth and Alliances\, WeaveGrid\nHeather Donaldson\, Managing Director\, Black & Veatch\nModerator: Josh Boone Executive Director\, Veloz\n\nREGISTER HERE URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/veloz-digital-dialogue-on-the-grid-the-role-of-evs-in-energy-reliability/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sustain.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/velozareyn.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230720T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230720T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T164921 CREATED:20230712T233139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T233139Z UID:18654-1689861600-1689865200@sustain.ucla.edu SUMMARY:Greening Hollywood Sets to Flip the Script on Plastics DESCRIPTION:The average film production uses as many as 39\,000 single-use plastic bottles over a 60-day period. Removing single-use plastics from sets not only saves money\, it can also help influence what is shown on screen and help transform our culture from viewing single-use plastics as “normal”— because they’re not. Through the power of collaboration\, entertainment unions\, advocacy organizations\, and stars use their influence to divest from single use-plastic\, both behind and in front of the camera. \nDuring this thought-provoking discussion\, we will explore the power of the entertainment industry to drive positive change to measurably reduce plastic pollution by eliminating single-use plastic in production. Joining the conversation will be Fran Drescher\, actor\, environmentalist\, and President of the Screen Actors Guild/American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA); Asher Levin\, Creative Director of the Environmental Media Association (EMA); and Emellie O’Brien\, CEO & Co-founder of Earth Angel. The panel will be moderated by Jordan Howard\, Founder of ShftSpace. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/greening-hollywood-sets-to-flip-the-script-on-plastics/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustain.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/July2023Webinar.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230720T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230720T183000 DTSTAMP:20260403T164921 CREATED:20230626T234209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T002727Z UID:18560-1689874200-1689877800@sustain.ucla.edu SUMMARY:Inflation Reduction Act - What's in it for you? DESCRIPTION:Join for an illuminating virtual panel exploring the environmental programs and incentives included in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA): the single largest investment in climate and the green economy in U.S. history. The expert panel will demystify the IRA\, providing valuable information about its programs\, protections\, and incentives. Discover how you can save tens of thousands of dollars through qualifying tax credits\, and how state and local governments\, community groups\, and innovative companies can access funding to reach their climate goals. This new law has transformational potential for people and the planet\, so it’s important that governments and private entities take advantage of these time-sensitive opportunities before they pass us by! \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/inflation-reduction-act-whats-in-it-for-you/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sustain.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/wcsira-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230722 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230723 DTSTAMP:20260403T164921 CREATED:20230718T173742Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230718T173742Z UID:18769-1689984000-1690070399@sustain.ucla.edu SUMMARY:Virtual Tour of Green Home DESCRIPTION:Join a virtual tour of a Green Home! \nBrandon is a Sr. Applications Engineer for an innovative solar technology company. He was influenced by growing up with a father who was a pioneer of sustainable building professionals. \nNow that he owns a property of his own up in the hills near Temecula\, he has undertaken a truly regenerative transformation project of what once looked like a deserted property into a home with net-positive energy sanctuary. \nBrandon shares the strategic approach he has taken to regenerate his home and the land surrounding his home on an almost 5-acre property including decarbonization\, water management\, and landscaping following the concept of “sustainable site.” He will show us in this virtual tour of his home. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/virtual-tour-of-green-home/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sustain.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/green-home.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230722T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230722T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T164921 CREATED:20230718T172212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230718T172212Z UID:18764-1690016400-1690030800@sustain.ucla.edu SUMMARY:Shade Tree Give Away DESCRIPTION:LA Conservation Corps\, Climate Resolve\, USGBC-LA and Boyle Heights Arts Conservatory are partnering to bring you a shade tree giveaway! We will distribute 100 shade trees first come first serve from the parking lot across from Boyle Heights Arts Conservatory. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/shade-tree-give-away/ LOCATION:339 North Fickett Street\, 339 North Fickett Street\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90033\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sustain.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/shade-tree.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230723T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230723T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T164921 CREATED:20230613T005832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230707T201800Z UID:18524-1690131600-1690146000@sustain.ucla.edu SUMMARY:River Fest 2023 DESCRIPTION:Join Friends of the LA River for River Fest 2023 – a free open-air arts\, film\, and community resource festival celebrating the LA River! The second annual River Fest brings the River to the People and the People to the River! River Fest 2023 will feature a variety of local artists\, live performances\, short environmental film screenings\, interactive art and education exhibits\, food trucks\, raffles\, and more! \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/river-fest-2023/ LOCATION:L.A. State Historic Park\, 1245 N Spring St\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90012\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sustain.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/FoLAR-Eventbrite_Banner-2160x1080-R1B.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230726T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230726T093000 DTSTAMP:20260403T164921 CREATED:20230721T175723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230721T175723Z UID:18799-1690358400-1690363800@sustain.ucla.edu SUMMARY:Low-Emission Zone Programs: Accelerating Sustainable Urban Mobility DESCRIPTION:As cities plan to evolve their Sustainability Action Plans\, novel mobility programs are emerging worldwide to influence driving behavior at scale. Low-emission zone programs are one such tool and work by using a combination of rules and incentives to encourage the use of low-emission vehicles in loading zones and other areas. Often\, these programs leverage hardware (like cameras and sensors)\, software\, data\, and other digital tools like the Open Mobility Foundation’s Mobility Data Specification (MDS) and Curb Data Specification (CDS) to set and communicate policies\, manage compliance\, and calculate metrics. In this roundtable\, we will hear about the opportunities and challenges of starting such a program from cities that have either already installed one or are working to implement one soon. \nJoin the Open Mobility Foundation (OMF) and POLIS Network for a 1.5-hour webinar to discuss how cities have or are planning to run a low-emission zone program in their city as part of their Sustainability Action Plan. Together\, we will learn about the benefits and challenges that this brings\, the cost and time involved in starting such a program\, the lessons learned\, and the metrics needed to track success. \nSpeakers include: \n\nAngela Giacchetti\, OMF (Moderator)\nIvo Cré\, POLIS Network (Moderator)\nJacob Sherman\, Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT)\nJosette Vallentgoed-Udo\, City of Amsterdam\nJordi Jové Palou\, AMB (Barcelona Metropolitan Area)\nKelly Ferguson\, Automotus\nLauren Harper\, LA Cleantech Incubator (LACI)\n\n  \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/low-emission-zone-programs-accelerating-sustainable-urban-mobility/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustain.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/omflez.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230726T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230726T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T164921 CREATED:20230712T233438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T233438Z UID:18657-1690362000-1690365600@sustain.ucla.edu SUMMARY:Embracing Transparency and Accountability to Achieve Net Zero without Greenwashing or Greenhushing DESCRIPTION:The Climate Registry is committed to supporting climate leaders working towards net-zero targets with its Net-Zero Portal. They believe information is power and the more we can be transparent about our targets and the pathways we’re taking to get there\, while showing the data to back up these claims\, the more we can hold others accountable and promote momentum towards net zero. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/embracing-transparency-and-accountability-to-achieve-net-zero-without-greenwashing-or-greenhushing/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sustain.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/TCR-greenwash.png ORGANIZER;CN="The Climate Registry":MAILTO:info@theclimateregistry.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230726T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230726T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T164921 CREATED:20230707T203743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230707T203743Z UID:18635-1690369200-1690372800@sustain.ucla.edu SUMMARY:Funding Opportunities from DOE to Advance Climate Solutions DESCRIPTION:A webinar brought to you by AASHE\, Second Nature\, and the Office of State and Community Energy Programs (SCEP) at the Department of Energy. \nHigher education institutions are at the center of many communities\, and many campus sustainability efforts are deeply connected to the surrounding community. The Department of Energy’s Office of State and Community Energy Programs (SCEP) has several programs that provide funding and technical assistance to support climate solutions in communities. \nJoin a webinar to learn more about these funding opportunities. Campus sustainability and climate champions\, researchers\, and community engagement staff will also hear about strategies for collaborating with state and local governments. Presenters include Meghan Fay Zahniser\, Executive Director\, Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE); Christine Knapp\, SCEP; and Cynthia McCoy\, GISP\, Federal Engagement Director\, USDN. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/funding-opportunities-from-doe-to-advance-climate-solutions/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sustain.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/AASHESCIPDOEWebinar2-9900000000079e3c-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230726T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230726T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T164921 CREATED:20230714T171754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230714T171754Z UID:18693-1690372800-1690380000@sustain.ucla.edu SUMMARY:The Hydrogen Highway: Fueling California's Carbon-Neutral Journey DESCRIPTION:Hydrogen could play a critical role in helping California to decarbonize its electrical grid and achieve carbon neutrality. Join a thought-provoking conversation on hydrogen\, the most basic element in the universe\, and explore its potential within the context of California’s ambitious goal of carbon neutrality by 2045. We will shed light on the role of hydrogen in the state’s journey toward a just and equitable energy transition. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn and contribute to the discussions shaping our energy future. \nPanelists: \n\nHanna Breunig\, Ph.D – Deputy Leader at Berkeley Lab’s Sustainable Energy and Environmental Systems Department\nTyson Eckerle – Senior Advisor for Clean Infrastructure & Mobility\, California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz)\nEthan Elkind – Climate Program Director\, CLEE (Moderator)\nJared Johnson – Senior Counsel at Chevron New Energies\nSasan Saadat – Senior Research and Policy Analyst\, Earthjustice\n\n  \nThis is a hybrid event.\n12:00 PM: Lunch (In-Person) \n1:00 PM: Panel Discussion (Hybrid: In-Person and Virtual) \nRegister to attend in-person here or virtually here. URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/the-hydrogen-highway-fueling-californias-carbon-neutral-journey/ LOCATION:HYBRID: Online and Orrick LLP\, 405 Howard Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94105\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sustain.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/The-Hydrogen-Highway-Lunch-Learn-Flyer-07.26.23-3-768x432-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230726T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230726T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T164921 CREATED:20230718T205019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230718T205019Z UID:18773-1690381800-1690387200@sustain.ucla.edu SUMMARY:LA Green Jobs - Virtual Career Fair DESCRIPTION:If you’re looking for an opportunity to speak directly with hiring managers in the sustainability industry for the built environment\, this is a great opportunity for you. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/la-green-jobs-virtual-career-fair-4/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sustain.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/GREEN-JOBS-FAIR-JUL-2023.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230726T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230726T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T164921 CREATED:20230721T171315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230721T171315Z UID:18786-1690387200-1690394400@sustain.ucla.edu SUMMARY:Sci-Arc Graduate Thesis Symposium: Ecological Aesthetics DESCRIPTION:In 2001\, the British multinational oil and gas company BP Amoco rebranded itself as “Beyond Petroleum\,” abandoning its original name “British Petroleum.” Its logo was changed from a dark green shield (reminiscent of British racing green) lined in gold to a lighter green symbol of a sun\, consisting of an inner gold layer\, a lighter green middle layer\, and a darker green outer layer matching its previous shield. Following this rebranding effort\, communicating a commitment to renewable energy and environmental responsibility\, came the massive 2006 pipeline spill in Alaska and the catastrophic 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil rig explosion that resulted in the largest marine oil spill in history. \nNumerous other examples can easily be cited of similarly contradictory\, paradoxical\, and agonizing “greenwashing” strategies in recent times. Is the “green” aesthetic a distraction masking a continuation of modern technics and its extractive logics? Despite the obviousness of the need to call bullshit on such corporate rebranding efforts\, it is nonetheless surprising that aesthetics can even be projected onto the ecological at all and bears some consideration. What are the effects of aesthetics on our sustainable practices? Are green aesthetics singular or plural? Are we sure its influence is positive? Are there alternative aesthetics we haven’t considered yet? \nThis symposium will consider some of the history behind the green aesthetic and the complex relationship between culture and material practice underlying its appearance during the late Modernist period. We will assume that there are alternative ecological aesthetics possible and examine what it might look like. In the looming environment crisis\, can the designers inspire new possibilities with new ecological aesthetics? \nPanelists \nDavid Ruy\nPostgraduate Programs Chair\, moderator \nEnric Ruiz-Geli\nFaculty MS Synthetic Landscapes \nTimothy Morton\nFaculty MS Synthetic Landscapes \nShuruq Tramontini\nFaculty MS Fiction & Entertainment \nGraduate Thesis at SCI-Arc is an opportunity for M.Arch students to explore a set of relevant disciplinary issues as they complete their programs of study and research with a presentation and public exhibition of an individual disciplinary position that expands the boundaries of contemporary architectural practice. URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/sci-arc-graduate-thesis-symposium-ecological-aesthetics/ LOCATION:W.M. Keck Lecture Hall\, 960 E 3rd St\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90013\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sustain.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/sci-arc-grad-thesis.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230726T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230726T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T164921 CREATED:20230710T191833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230710T191833Z UID:18651-1690390800-1690398000@sustain.ucla.edu SUMMARY:After Hours in the Garden DESCRIPTION:Experience the Garden after hours featuring Comedian and Naturalist Tobin Mitnick\, creator of @jewslovetrees on social media! Appreciate the beauty of the Garden in a cool and relaxing atmosphere. Indulge in refreshing beverages\, delectable light appetizers\, and delightful music. Wrap up the evening with a Garden tour. \nRSVP REQUIRED \nCheck-in: 5 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. \nTalk Trees with Comedian & Naturalist Tobin Mitnick: 5:30 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. \nGarden Tours Departing: 5:45 p.m. – 6 p.m. \nOngoing: music\, beverages\, and light appetizers \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/after-hours-in-the-garden/ LOCATION:UCLA Mildred E Mathias Botanical Garden\, La Kretz Garden Pavilion\, 707 Tiverton Dr\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustain.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/afterdark.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230726T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230726T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T164921 CREATED:20230718T233906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230718T233906Z UID:18779-1690394400-1690401600@sustain.ucla.edu SUMMARY:Stories of the Sea Part II Film Screening Event DESCRIPTION:Join Surfrider LA and friends in admiring the beautiful stories of unique individuals whose livelihoods are deeply rooted in ocean conservation. We want to bring our volunteer activism off the beach\, and create space in education and learning through the power of storytelling in art\, film\, and photography. Enjoy a cold beer while learning ocean conservation through the lens of individuals actively working to protect our oceans. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/stories-of-the-sea-part-ii-film-screening-event/ LOCATION:Firestone Walker Brewing Company\, 3205 Washington Blvd\, Marina Del Rey\, CA\, 90292\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sustain.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/sfla.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230727T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230727T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T164921 CREATED:20230714T165935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230714T165935Z UID:18686-1690455600-1690459200@sustain.ucla.edu SUMMARY:Economic Drivers of Climate Vulnerability and Resilience DESCRIPTION:Join part 1 of The Perfect Storm of Extraction\, Poverty\, and Climate Change webinar series. In this webinar\, we will explore the real-world economic conditions that constrain the capacity of frontline communities to cope with\, prepare for\, and respond to climate change. Hear from the authors of Just Solutions’ recent report\, “The Perfect Storm of Extraction\, Poverty\, and Climate Change: A Framework for Assessing Vulnerability\, Resilience\, Adaptation\, and a Just Transition in Frontline Communities\,” followed by a panel discussion featuring experts in the field working on solutions to these issues. \nREGISTER HERE \nBIPOC-Frontline communities bear the disproportionate burden of environmental and climate impacts. We know the communities that are at the greatest risk. We can identify factors that put them at risk. Yet\, we are less successful in communicating causal relationships\, proposing systemic\, upstream policy solutions that act upon these causal relationships\, and identifying ways to measure whether or not policy solutions result in improved outcomes. \nThrough a case study approach\, Just Solutions has developed a Prioritizing Frontline Communities Framework for considering and measuring the adaptive capacity and resilience of frontline communities as they confront climate change. It examines the “pre-existing” conditions in six frontline communities that are among the most vulnerable to and affected by climate change and considers the effects of these conditions on the local capacity to cope with\, prepare for\, and respond to ongoing climate-related challenges. The six communities are Glacier County\, Montana; Holmes County\, Mississippi; Hidalgo County\, Texas; McDowell County\, West Virginia; East End\, Bridgeport\, Connecticut; and East Las Vegas\, Nevada. \nThis webinar will consider the economic conditions these communities face and explore policy solutions. URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/economic-drivers-of-climate-vulnerability-and-resilience/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sustain.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/perfect_storm_economic_webinar_email.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230728T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230728T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T164921 CREATED:20230721T235658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230721T235658Z UID:18818-1690545600-1690549200@sustain.ucla.edu SUMMARY:2023 Summer Webinar Series - “Modern Agriculture Business Conversations" DESCRIPTION:A 10\,000-foot view of the current state of indoor vertical farming for food production here in the United States and around the world. \nAreas of discussion following a very brief PowerPoint presentation will include 1) Future directions\, insights and trents in the industry 2) Business opportunities in indoor farming and Controlled Enviromental Agriculture 3) Explore career pathways in California’s Ag Tech sector. \nFurther discussion will be around what it’s really like to work in an indoor vertical farming environment with Q&A throughout. \nGuest Speaker: Jim Pantaleo\, Business Development Coordinator\, AI Institute for Next Generation Food Systems (AIFS) \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/2023-summer-webinar-series-modern-agriculture-business-conversations/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustain.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/ucrag.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230729T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230729T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T164921 CREATED:20230717T213342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230717T213342Z UID:18738-1690621200-1690624800@sustain.ucla.edu SUMMARY:The Exide Cleanup: Contaminated Barrios DESCRIPTION:Learn about and examine how 10\,000 properties with lead-contaminated soil in mostly Latino neighborhoods of Vernon\, Boyle Heights\, East Los Angeles\, Commerce\, Bell and Maywood are being cleaned up. Contaminated by the shuttered Exide battery recycling plant in Vernon\, these properties illustrate inequities in health. URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/the-exide-cleanup-contaminated-barrios/ LOCATION:Resurrection Church\, 3324 Opal St\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90023\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustain.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/exide_barrio.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230729T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230729T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T164921 CREATED:20230606T040857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T040857Z UID:18447-1690624800-1690633800@sustain.ucla.edu SUMMARY:Open House: What is happening right off our coast? DESCRIPTION:Join AltaSea at their campus to hear from guests speakers Linda Chilton and Michelle Horeczko\, who will be discussing\, What is that happening right off our coast? \nMichelle Horeczko at California Department of Fish and Wildlife Marine Region presents Sustainable Fisheries and Marine Resources along the California coast. \nCalifornia Department of Fish and Wildlife’s Mission is to manage California’s diverse fish\, wildlife\, and plant resources\, and the habitats upon which they depend\, for their ecological values and for their use and enjoyment by the public. \nThe Marine Region is one of 7 geographic management regions in the State and encompasses waters along the entire coastline out to 200 miles offshore. CDFW’s Marine Region is responsible for sustainably managing California’s marine resources under authority of the statutes and regulations created by the CA Legislature\, Fish and Game Commission\, and the Pacific Fishery Management Council. \nLinda Chilton at USC Sea Grant Education Programs Manager and LA MPA Collaborative Co-Chair\, discusses local marine protected areas\, their importance\, and the research in process within these local protected areas. \nUSC Sea Grant contributes to solving the problems of the Urban Ocean\, while recognizing the opportunities for coastal commerce\, recreation and improving the quality of life in coastal regions such as Southern California. \nThe Los Angeles MPA Collaborative channels broad and diverse perspectives to build ocean resilience and promote the cultural\, recreational\, and ecological value of Los Angeles County’s marine protected areas. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/open-house-what-is-happening-right-off-our-coast/ LOCATION:AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles\, 2451 Signal St\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90731\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sustain.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/ALTASEA-jul-23.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230729T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230729T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T164921 CREATED:20230727T175436Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T175436Z UID:18861-1690624800-1690639200@sustain.ucla.edu SUMMARY:Wade in the Water Film Screening & Community Beach Activities DESCRIPTION:Join Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell’s 2nd District Racial Justice Learning Exchange for a free film screening of Wade in the Water and discussion on creating inclusive anti-racist beach spaces with film maker David Mesfin. The event also includes a resource fair and free surf lessons. \nAll are welcomed. Please note RSVP is required to attend due to limited capacity. \nThere is currently a waitlist for surf lessons. Due to limited space\, you will be contacted if you are confirmed for a lesson. \nCheck-in begins at 9:30 am\n10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Film Screening\n12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Free Surf Lessons & Resource Fair (MUST be a competent swimmer for surf lesson) \nComplete the Google form on the event webpage to receive the event location\, address/parking information and additional event details. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Jessalyn Waldron at jwaldron@bos.lacounty.gov. URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/wade-in-the-water-film-screening-community-beach-activities/ LOCATION:Playa Del Rey ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sustain.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/mitchell_wade.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230730T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230730T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T164921 CREATED:20230721T180225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230721T180225Z UID:18804-1690711200-1690718400@sustain.ucla.edu SUMMARY:Surfrider Foundation LA - Venice Pier Public Beach Cleanup DESCRIPTION:Get stoked on summer at one of Surfrider LA’s public cleanups! We will be gathering from 10am-12pm at the northside of Venice Pier for a morning of beach cleaning and community. \nPrior to the beach cleanup\, Dream Team Society will be hosting a casual surf and beach hang from 8am-10am. All types of surf\, boogie\, or swim craft are welcome. Please bring your own board. \nPurpose\nOur local beaches are stewarded by volunteers just like you! We welcome you to an engaging day of toes in the sand with family\, friends and new acquaintances\, raising awareness about litter and plastic pollution. \nRole\nBy taking practical action to protect the environment\, your collection efforts allow Surfrider to use data to influence laws and reduce waste at the source! \nVibe\nActive teamwork\, education and fun! \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/surfrider-foundation-la-venice-pier-public-beach-cleanup/ LOCATION:Venice Beach Pier (sign up to see exact location) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sustain.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/sflavenice.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230731T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230731T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T164921 CREATED:20230621T185257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230621T185257Z UID:18539-1690797600-1690819200@sustain.ucla.edu SUMMARY:A Meet & Greet with Catalina Martinez DESCRIPTION:The Center for Diverse Leadership in Science is pleased to host Catalina Martinez. She will speak on diversity\, equity\, and inclusion in ocean science in her talk “Navigating a Sea of Options\, Opportunities\, and Obstacles: My Circuitous Journey to a Career in Ocean Science.” \nAfter the talk\, those in the early stage of their career are invited to lunch with Catalina from 12 pm-2 pm PDT\, followed by a roundtable discussion on experiences navigating the geosciences between 2:30 pm-4 pm PDT. \nLocation and more details to come. Please RSVP if you’d like to be kept up to date. If you are unable to join the talk in person\, you can join remotely through Zoom if you RSVP in advance. \nPlease share and encourage others to come! \nREGISTER HERE \nMore about Catalina Martinez \nCatalina Martinez is the Equity Advisor for NOAA Ocean Exploration (OE)\, providing strategic guidance to help integrate and advance diversity\, equity\, inclusion\, accessibility and justice (DEIAJ) priorities within NOAA\, and also externally across a broad spectrum of STEM institutions and agencies. This work includes considering new ways to infuse DEIAJ across operations\, programs\, procedures\, data access and service delivery\, and expanding partnerships that prioritize co-creation and sustainable relationship building with underrepresented and marginalized groups and communities. Ms. Martinez also works in a variety of ways to mitigate barriers to entry\, persistence\, advancement and success for underrepresented and marginalized groups in STEM academic programs and the workforce. A certified diversity professional with three graduate degrees from the University of Rhode Island (MS Oceanography\, MMA Marine Affairs\, MBA)\, Ms. Martinez began her ocean science career with NOAA more than 20 years ago helping to formalize and manage important regional NOAA partnerships in the Northeast\, and spent many years working on telepresence-enabled expeditions to explore little known and unknown oceanareas. \nMs. Martinez has been honored with several awards over the years for her work\, including being recognized by the YWCA as one of their 2015 Women of Achievement in Rhode Island (RI) for promoting peace\, justice\, freedom and dignity. In 2016\, Ms. Martinez received the NOAA OAR EEO Diversity Award for exemplary service and dedication to improving the representation of women and marginalized groups in STEM\, and in 2019 Ms. Martinez was awarded the Women of Color in STEM Diversity Leadership in Government Award for demonstrating sustained leadership in creating a more diverse\, equitable\, and inclusive Federal workforce. Ms. Martinez also received the 2022 URI Graduate School of Oceanography Distinguished Achievement Award for excellence in professional achievement\, leadership contributions\, community service\, and philanthropy. Most recently\, she was selected as one of four finalists for the 2023 Remarkable Women of RI\, a National competition that honors the influence that women have had on public policy\, social progress\, and quality of life in the state. URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/a-meet-greet-with-catalina-martinez/ LOCATION:HYBRID: UCLA and Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustain.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Catalina_Martinez_Credit_Nora_Lewis-1200x675-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="UCLA Center for Developing Leadership in Science":MAILTO:cdls@ucla.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230731T165500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230731T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T164921 CREATED:20230726T000707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T000707Z UID:18834-1690822500-1690830000@sustain.ucla.edu SUMMARY:Conversations with the Chair: CA Energy Commission\, David Hochschild DESCRIPTION:Conversations with the Chair \nBreathe Southern California’s speaker series with key policymakers discussing air quality\, climate\, energy\, transportation\, and sustainability. \nJoin for a networking reception on July 31 at the Offices of Gladstein\, Neandross\, and Associates (GNA)\, followed by a Q&A session with California Energy Commission Chair\, David Hochschild. Registration will begin at 4:55 pm and the program will begin promptly at 5:55 pm\, and will include time for audience questions. \nREGISTER HERE \nParking Options Include: \n\nGuest spots in the garage at 2601 Ocean Park Blvd\, Santa Monica\, CA 90405\nGNA spots in the lot at 2525 Ocean Park Blvd\, Santa Monica\, CA 90405\nPublic spots at Clover Park (across the street from our office) and nearby parking meters\n\n  \nAbout Mr. Hochschild: \nDavid Hochschild was appointed chair of the California Energy Commission by Governor Gavin Newsom in February 2019. He fills the environmental position on the five-member Commission where four of the five members are required by law to have professional training in specific areas – engineering or physical science\, environmental protection\, economics\, and law. \nChair Hochschild’s career has spanned public service\, environmental advocacy\, and the private sector. He first got involved in the solar energy field in 2001 in San Francisco as a special assistant to Mayor Willie Brown where Chair Hochschild launched a citywide $100 million initiative to put solar panels on public buildings. He also cofounded the Vote Solar Initiative\, a 60\,000-member advocacy organization promoting solar policies at the local\, state\, and federal levels. He was executive director of a national consortium of leading solar manufacturers and worked for five years at Solaria\, a solar company in Silicon Valley. From 2007 to 2008\, he served as a commissioner at the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission. \nFor his work to advance clean energy\, Chair Hochschild was awarded the Sierra Club’s Trailblazer Award\, the American Lung Association’s Clean Air Hero Award\, and the U.S. Department of Energy’s Million Solar Roof True Champion Award. Chair Hochschild holds a bachelor of arts from Swarthmore College and a master of public policy from the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University. He also was a Coro Fellow in Public Affairs. URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/conversations-with-the-chair-ca-energy-commission-david-hochschild/ LOCATION:Gladstein Neandross & Associates\, 2601 Ocean Park Blvd\, Suite 100\, Santa Monica\, CA\, 90405\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustain.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/July_Hochschild.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230801 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230803 DTSTAMP:20260403T164921 CREATED:20230718T164400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230718T164400Z UID:18746-1690848000-1691020799@sustain.ucla.edu SUMMARY:Student PIRGs Civic Leadership Training Program - Activist Boot Camp DESCRIPTION:Building on a successful training program that has provided skills and training for thousands of students over the last 50 years\, the Student PIRGs’ Civic Leadership Training Program will provide students the training they need to run effective campaigns in their community. Students who complete the program will receive a badge of completion on LinkedIn and opportunities for future leadership during the school year. Trainings and meetings will happen virtually. This is a 2-day boot camp\, an accelerated version of the program. \nREGISTER HERE \nSome of the Skills you will learn \nBuilding a team of student volunteers and leaders \nHow to use peer-to-peer tactics to mobilize students (phonebanking\, class announcements\, and in person events) \nOrganizing strategic in person and online actions and events \nDeveloping campaign coalitions URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/student-pirgs-civic-leadership-training-program-activist-boot-camp/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustain.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Activist_Bootcamp_Flyer.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230802T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230802T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T164921 CREATED:20230721T172654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230721T172654Z UID:18793-1690966800-1690981200@sustain.ucla.edu SUMMARY:Summer Sustainability Workshop: Designing for Decarbonization DESCRIPTION:Want to know more about what it means to achieve “decarbonization” for your building project? \nVerdical Group is partnering with Southern California Edison (SCE) to present Designing for Decarbonization\, a half-day\, virtual workshop that will help attendees: \n\nUnderstand the definition of decarbonization\, zero net energy (ZNE)\, and zero net carbon (ZNC) buildings\nSee case studies of completed projects\nUnderstand the design and construction process necessary to achieve high-performance buildings\n\nYou will learn about important market trends around energy efficiency\, green building code requirements\, proven and emerging technologies\, operational best practices\, and real-world case studies in the built environment as well as be given resources and tools to set building owners\, operators\, and end users up for success. The workshop will provide tangible next steps for how we can all contribute and shift toward a decarbonized future. \nThe workshop will be presented by Verdical Group’s Drew Shula (Founder & CEO)\, Rebecca Ramsdale (Director of Projects)\, Sara Motamedi (Director of Energy and Carbon Group)\, and Bobby Almeida (Director of Commissioning). \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/summer-sustainability-workshop-designing-for-decarbonization/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sustain.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/vg_aug_2_2023.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230802T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230802T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T164921 CREATED:20230727T183229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T183229Z UID:18891-1690999200-1691002800@sustain.ucla.edu SUMMARY:Smart Gardening Webinar - Intro to Composting DESCRIPTION:Intro to Composting: learn about backyard and worm composting to create a rich soil amendment to nourish your garden. \nJoin L.A. County Public Works for free webinars to beautify your home and garden. Webinars are approximately 45 minutes followed by a 15-minute period to answer questions and take orders for compost bins. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/smart-gardening-webinar-intro-to-composting-4/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustain.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Smart-Gardening-Logo3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230803T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230803T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T164921 CREATED:20230727T182204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T182204Z UID:18879-1691053200-1691056800@sustain.ucla.edu SUMMARY:Smart Gardening Webinar - Organic Gardening DESCRIPTION:Organic Gardening: build healthy soil\, grow herbs and vegetables\, and address plant pests and diseases using organic methods. \nJoin L.A. County Public Works for free webinars to beautify your home and garden. Webinars are approximately 45 minutes followed by a 15-minute period to answer questions and take orders for compost bins. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/smart-gardening-webinar-organic-gardening-5/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustain.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Smart-Gardening-Logo3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230803T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230803T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T164921 CREATED:20230718T170532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230718T170532Z UID:18753-1691067600-1691071200@sustain.ucla.edu SUMMARY:New Voters Project Training - Working with your campus vote coalitions DESCRIPTION:Learn how to work with your campus communities to help register and mobilize student voters on your campus. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/new-voters-project-training-working-with-your-campus-vote-coalitions/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustain.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Training_Flyer_1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230804T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230804T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T164921 CREATED:20230801T144153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230801T144153Z UID:18920-1691143200-1691146800@sustain.ucla.edu SUMMARY:BE HEARD: Working with Policy Makers DESCRIPTION:This series aims to inspire students and practitioners of environmental health science to share their research in an effort to promote meaningful exchange. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/be-heard-working-with-policy-makers/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustain.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/uscenvir_hlth.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR