UCLA Sustainability

Free Food from UCLA Dining Halls!
2024-10-15 22:00, 2024-10-17 22:00, 2024-10-31 22:00, 2024-11-05 22:00, 2024-11-06 22:00, 2024-11-07 22:00, 2024-11-12 22:00, 2024-11-13 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) and 1 more date | Conference Room 1 in the Student Activities Center Basement, 220 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 90095, United States
That’s right Bruin Dine is back and better than ever!! Join us for our food recovery events every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 10PM in the SAC Basement! Bring your utensils, containers, and appetite!
Hit the follow button (https://www.instagram.com/uclabruindine/) to see what we’re serving up each week!

High Impact Tea with Gloria Nelund, CEO and Founder, TriLinc Global
2024-10-16 16:30 - 18:30 | UCLA Anderson School of Management, 110 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, 90095, United States
Advancing Systemic Change through Impact Investing
Join a High Impact Tea with Gloria Nelund, CEO and Founder of TriLinc Global, an impact fund founded with the mission to improve the world through investing. Hear from Gloria about her founder’s journey, the challenges she faced as a top executive in a male dominated industry, and her commitment to leading with purpose.
4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Discussion
5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Reception
UCLA Anderson School of Management
RSVP required
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Free Food from UCLA Dining Halls!
2024-10-16 22:00 | Student Activities Center ROTC Room 120P, 220 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 90095, United States

Expanding Bioscience in LA County: A Subregional Approach
2024-10-17 16:00 - 19:30 | Rose Bowl Loge Lounge, 1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena, CA, 91103, United States
Los Angeles County can ensure it has a bioscience mega-hub by building up and supporting the development of subregional hubs. Join a deep dive and discussion on the evolution of the Pasadena / “210 Corridor” and how that work can translate into a playbook for other subregions in the County. The day concludes with a networking reception and a tour of the iconic Rose Bowl. Cities, local businesses, industry leaders, community colleges, and school districts are encouraged to attend.
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AltaSea Open House: Hydrogen's Role in a Sustainable Future
2024-10-19 10:00 - 12:00 | AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles, 2451 Signal St, Los Angeles, CA, 90731, United States
“Hydrogen’s Role in a Sustainable Future” will offer insider knowledge on the potential of this molecule and its role in redefining energy. Enjoy a morning of insight and exploration with two industry experts.
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Featured Speakers
Takehito Yokoo, CEO of Jozen Power LLC, holds a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Hosei University. He began his career at Toyota Motor Corporation in 1981. In 1990, he moved to the U.S. with Toyota Technical Center USA, where he managed powertrain systems development, mainly Toyota Hybrid, Battery EV and especially in the area of Hydrogen Fuel Cell. He launched the world first OME Hydrogen Fuel Cell heavy duty truck demonstration in Port of Los Angeles drayage operation in 2017. In 2021, he became the first chairperson of the Japan Hydrogen Forum (JH2F), promoting U.S. decarbonization efforts in collaboration with major Japanese companies, businesses and government entities like JETRO and the Consulate-General of Japan.
Liam Hurley, vice president of engineering with The Adept Group Inc. (ADEPT), has gained deep technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and fluid systems in his academic and professional career. Liam graduated Summa Cum Laude from UCLA with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering in 2020. Then, as a Responsible Engineer at SpaceX, he introduced multiple new products for launch vehicles, satellites, and spacecraft, acting as design engineer, project manager, and supporting launches and production. Liam returned ADEPT in 2023 to apply his creativity and technical aptitude to challenges in renewables and sustainable energy, a cause he holds dear. As Vice President of Engineering at ADEPT, Liam has developed hydrogen technology projects, often as part of microgrids in and around Southern California ports. He has acquired a broad perspective on hydrogen technologies’ strengths, weaknesses, safety considerations, and beneficial impacts on air pollution and climate change in the mass transit and maritime industries.
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 of ocean ecosystems to address environmental and social challenges within our communities.

9th Annual P-22 Day Festival
2024-10-19 11:00 - 15:30 | Griffith Park, 2800 East Observatory Rd, Los Angeles, CA, 90027, United States
Join for a day packed with excitement, learning, and love for P-22 at Griffith Park. It’s all FREE and open to everyone!
From interactive displays to immersive experiences, there’s something for everyone, young and old. You can look forward to captivating exhibits and activities that will ignite your curiosity and deepen your connection to nature and wildlife.
Stay tuned for updates on the festival schedule, lineup reveals, and all the fun that awaits you. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gather with friends, both old and new, to celebrate the beloved P-22. This year’s festival promises to be unforgettable!

UCLA Mathias Botanical Garden Fall Fest
2024-10-19 12:00 - 16:00 | Botanical Garden, 707 Tiverton Dr
Don’t miss the UCLA Mathias Botanical Garden Fall Fest! It’s completely free to attend, and there’s no need to RSVP.
There are a lot of fun activities lined up, including weaving, seed bomb making, iNaturalist training by the Los Angeles Public Library, and representatives from incredible organizations like the California Native Plant Society, Theodore Payne Foundation, Bruin Birding Club, and more. Plus, some great musicians like Melt to Stone, Garden Party, Bryce Fleming, and ilayali are lined up to perform. And, of course, there will be delicious food trucks like Rice Balls of Fire and Ciao Bella!

Heat Pump Water Heater Day
2024-10-23 08:00 - 17:00 | Online
An entire day dedicated to heat pump water heater (HPWH) education and awareness.
We know that collectively we have the power to create a clean energy, low-carbon future. On HPWH Day, connect with advocates, manufacturers, installers, homebuilders, and HPWH owners to learn about ENERGY STAR certified HPWHs and the ways they help create a better future.
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The Street Project Film Screening & Panel Discussion
2024-10-23 19:00 - 21:30 | Student Services Center (SSC) – Santa Monica College, 1900 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA, 90405, United States
The City of Santa Monica, SMC Bike Club and Sustainable Works are proud to present: The Street Project Film Screening and Panel Discussion!
The Film
In 2010, the small community of specialists who pay attention to US road safety statistics picked up on a troubling trend: more and more pedestrians and cyclists were being killed on American roads. In fact, pedestrian deaths have increased 51 percent since reaching their low point in 2009. In addition to the loss of human life, it is estimated that road injuries will cost the world economy $1.8 trillion from 2015–2030.
THE STREET PROJECT is the story about humanity’s relationship to the streets and the global citizen-led fight to make communities safer.
The Panel
A panel discussion with Colleen Stoll, Transportation Demand Program Manager at City of Santa Monica; Jeff Snyder, Advocate for safe and cheap muti-modal commuting; and Dylan Neumeyer, SMC Bike Club President, will follow the film.
The panel will be moderated by Cynthia Rose, Director Santa Monica Spoke, Co-founder of the Santa Monica Safe Streets Alliance and Board Chair, California Bicycle Coalition & Bike LA.
Light refreshments will be provided, and there will also be a prize drawing for some great biking accessories.
The event is FREE to ALL but you must register.
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• Avoid driving, if you can. Ride, walk or take public transportation. Free parking is available in the student area of Lots 3 and 4 off 17th Street and Pico.
• Take the Big Blue Bus (BBB). The Santa Monica College (SMC) Main Campus is served by BBB lines: 7, 7R, 8, 16, 41, 43, and Metro’s Expo train at 17th Street Station and Colorado.
• If you must drive, try to carpool.
• Bring your reusable water bottle! Water will be provided by the City of Santa Monica.
• Please discard sustainably at the Zero Waste stations: this is a zero waste event!
Please note that the above-titled event may be photographed, filmed or otherwise recorded. By attending the above-titled event, you consent to be photographed, filmed or otherwise recorded. Your entry constitutes your consent to such photography, filming, or recording and to any use, in any and all media throughout the universe in perpetuity, of your appearance and voice for any purpose whatsoever by the City of Santa Monica and its promotional and media content. You understand that all photography, filming or recording will be done in reliance on this consent given by you by entering this area. If you do not agree to the foregoing, please do not attend the above-titled event.

10th Annual South Coast AQMD Environmental Justice Conference
2024-10-24 10:00 - 12:30 | University of Southern California, Town & Gown, 665 W Exposition Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90089, United States
Connect with a diverse array of stakeholders, including community members, environmental justice advocates, policymakers, health experts, and business leaders. The event is free and includes a complimentary breakfast and lunch.
South Coast AQMD proudly presents the 10th Annual Environmental Justice Conference! The Environmental Justice Conference will include enlightening plenary sessions, speakers, and networking opportunities. Join for a day of in-depth discussions on critical environmental and air quality concerns. Discover innovative community-led initiatives and explore strategies for leveraging resources and government support to ensure equitable resource distribution. Engage with thought leaders, policymakers and environmental justice advocates dedicated to creating a more sustainable and just future for all.
This free event includes:

Spanish Interpretation
Free Parking
Continental Breakfast
Lunch

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For more information email EJCP@aqmd.gov.

2024 E.R. Brown Symposium
2024-10-24 10:00 - 15:00 | Hammer Museum, Bay-Nimoy Theatre, 10899 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90024, United States
As it celebrates its 30th anniversary, the UCLA Center for Health Policy Research (CHPR) invites you to a research symposium to showcase the innovations and impact that have made CHPR one of the nation’s leading health policy research centers, and envision the future of health policy through new advances in research, evaluation, and community engagement.
This year’s E.R. Brown Symposium will feature presentations by CHPR researchers, faculty, and staff. Join to hear about some of CHPR signature projects like the California Health Interview Survey (CHIS), Health Economics and Evaluation Research (HEER) Program, and Elder Index; newer work, including the national Data Equity Center, Health Equity Challenge, and NHPI Data Policy Lab; innovations in survey science; and what’s next for the CHPR.
Dr. Aaron Carroll, President and CEO of AcademyHealth, will provide the keynote address.
The event is free and open to the public. Registration is required. Register by Wednesday, October 16.
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The E.R. Brown Symposium, named after UCLA CHPR founder E. Richard “Rick” Brown, is an annual event that honors the life of Rick Brown, who spent his life building evidence and advocating for a health-care-for-all system and improving social factors that assure equitable opportunities for people to achieve the best health possible.

Environmental Graduate Students Networking Reception
2024-10-29 17:00 - 19:00 | UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs, 3rd Floor Terrace, 337 Charles E Young Dr. East, Los Angeles, 90095, United States
All UCLA graduate students interested in environmental justice, sustainability, and resilience are invited to a free, cross-campus networking reception. Learn about environmental organizations, student funding opportunities, jobs, internships, and other resources across campus while mingling with fellow students who share your passion for the environment.
With food and drinks provided, this reception will provide a relaxed and informal atmosphere, fostering meaningful conversations and potential collaborations. You’ll have the chance to meet professionals and experts in the field who can offer valuable insights and advice. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make connections that could help shape your future in the environmental sector.
Mark your calendar and get ready to network, learn, and have a great time at the Environmental Students Reception!
Event is free. RSVP is required.
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Free Food from UCLA Dining Halls!
2024-10-30 22:00 | Conference Room 1 in the Student Activities Center Basement, 220 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 90095, United States
That’s right – Bruin Dine is back and better than ever!! Join their food recovery events every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 10PM in the SAC Basement! Bring your utensils, containers, and appetite!
Hit the follow button (https://www.instagram.com/uclabruindine/) to see what they’re serving up each week!

Cultivating Connections II: "Ecological Medicine Meets Psychedelic Therapies"
2024-11-01 07:30 - 17:00 | UCLA Semel Institute, 760 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 90095, United States
Project ReConnect, brought to you by UCLA Ecological Medicine & Psychedelic Studies Initiative, would like to invite you to its symposium. Please note there is limited in-person capacity and you will be informed if you’re on the waitlist. There is no waitlist for the Zoom option.
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Latina Futures and the Environment - Día de los Muertos: A Tribute to Cindy Montañez and Unfinished Struggles for Justice
2024-11-01 15:00 - 20:00 | Kerckhoff Grand Salon, 308 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 90095, United States
Join a powerful event that explores the intersection of environmental justice and Latina futures, honoring the legacy of Cindy Montañez. This special Día de los Muertos tribute will feature expert insights, a vibrant cultural celebration and opportunities for community engagement.
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UCLA AUD Fall 2024 Events: Marion Weiss
2024-11-08 17:30 - 19:00 | UCLA Perloff Hall, DeCafe, 365 Portola Plaza, Room 1302, Los Angeles, CA, 90095, United States
UCLA Architecture and Urban Design (UCLA AUD) is pleased to share its full 2024–25 program of lectures and events, all free and open to the public.
Marion Weiss is cofounder of WEISS/MANFREDI Architecture/Landscape/Urbanism and the Graham Chair Professor of Practice at the University of Pennsylvania. She was honored by Architectural Record with the Women in Architecture Design Leader Award and is a recipient of the 2019 Residence Fellowship at the American Academy in Rome. Marion taught at Harvard Graduate School of Design and Cornell University, and she was the Saarinen Visiting Professor of Architecture at Yale University. Since 1991, Marion has been a faculty member at the University of Pennsylvania Weitzman School of Design where she leads cross-disciplinary research studios that explore productive connections between architecture, nature, and infrastructure to address pressing social and environmental challenges. Marion received her Master of Architecture at Yale University where she was awarded the AIA Scholastic Award and SOM’s Traveling Fellowship. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Architecture from the University of Virginia where she received UVA’s 2020 Distinguished Alumnae Award for her achievements in architecture. She is a fellow of the American Institute of Architects and was inducted into the National Academy of Design.

States and Nature: The Effects of Climate Change on Security
2024-11-13 12:30 - 13:30 | Online
Join for a discussion about climate security and why climate change may lead to violent conflict or humanitarian emergencies in some places but not others.
A webinar with Joshua W. Busby, Professor, Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs, University of Texas, Austin
Joshua W. Busby will talk about his book States and Nature: The Effects of Climate Change on Security (Cambridge University Press, 2022) and explore why climate change leads to negative security outcomes in some places and not others. He will draw from paired cases in his book, examining why drought led to famine in Somalia but not neighboring Ethiopia in the 2010s. He will explore how state capacity, political inclusion, and foreign aid intersect to lead to different dynamics in different contexts. Drawing from his own experience, he will discuss what role policy can play to prepare for a world of climate impacts.
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Greentech Festival Connect Los Angeles
2024-11-15 09:30 - 16:30 | Avalon Hollywood, 1735 Vine St, Los Angeles, CA, 90028, United States
Under the theme ‘Business as Usual is Dead,’ GTF Connect returns to the City of Dreams for a second time on November 14-15, 2024, at the iconic Avalon Hollywood.
GTF CONFERENCE – November 15th: Join visionaries and top speakers to explore the future of sustainability.
GREEN INVESTOR CRUNCH: Network with select start-ups, investors, and companies dedicated to building a sustainable future.
NETWORKING & WORKSHOPS: Engage with industry leaders and participate in hands-on workshops designed to spark transformative ideas.
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California NanoSystems Institute at UCLA Open House
2024-11-15 13:00 - 17:00 | California NanoSystems Institute, 570 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 90095, United States
Join researchers, post-docs, students and area stakeholders in learning about the CNSI’s six technology centers which provide UCLA and the greater scientific community with leading technologies, including high-throughput molecular screening to discover novel drug candidates, cryo-electron imaging to reveal atomic structures ranging from new materials to therapeutic targets, super-resolution light microscopy for examining the behavior of single molecules within cells, and nanofabrication facilities for observing and manipulating matter at the nanoscale.
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UC GIS Week 2024
2024-11-19 10:00 - 2024-11-21 16:00 | Online
The University of California GIS Week is an opportunity to learn and engage with experts and mapping projects across the UC system and beyond!
The event will be hosted virtually through Zoom. Please register to receive the unique Zoom link.
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All talks are free and open to the public! Anyone interested in GIS is encouraged to attend; all experience levels are welcome.
The schedule of events can be found on the UC GIS Week site.

"The Minds of Gaia: How Intelligence Manifests in Nature" with Dennis McKenna
2024-11-19 16:00 - 17:00 | HYBRID: Semel B8-225 and Online, 760 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 90095, United States
Read Dennis McKenna’s full abstract, click here.
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Free Food from UCLA Dining Halls!
2024-11-19 22:00 | Conference Room 1 in the Student Activities Center Basement, 220 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 90095, United States
Join Bruin Dine for our food recovery events every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 10PM in the SAC Basement! Bring your utensils, containers, and appetite!
Hit the follow button (https://www.instagram.com/uclabruindine/) to see what we’re serving up each week!
