What to watch for, and ignore, at the UN Climate Talks in Dubai

Online

At the end of November, climate scientists, negotiators, policymakers, and lobbyists will converge in Dubai as the United Arab Emirates hosts the latest United Nations-sponsored climate talks. The climate talks, known by the acronym COP28, come at a crucial time in the effort to reduce planet-warming emissions. A delegation from the UCLA Emmett Institute will […]

2023 Delta Murphy Lecture

USC Davidson Conference Center, Vineyard Room 3409 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Join this deep dive into storytelling as a way to communicate and inspire action on issues related to the environment and climate. REGISTER HERE

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.

Responding to the Climate Crisis in Times of Uncertainty: A Clarion Call for Climate Leadership

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Join the Allied for Climate Transformation by 2025 (ACT2025) consortium for a high-level webinar, where policymakers and advocates will set clear expectations for a positive outcome at COP28 that meets the needs of climate-vulnerable countries. During the event speakers representing voices and expertise from all over the world will show where action is possible and […]

“My Home Sank Quietly”: Tuvalu, Maps, Documentary Film, and Climate Change

Charles E. Young Research Library, Main Conference Room 11360 280 Charles E Young Dr N, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Join for a screening of the 2017 short experimental documentary “.TV” followed by a group discussion to discuss the small South Pacific island nation of Tuvalu, its web domain .tv, and climate change. Some guiding questions for our discussion include: What does it mean to map a nation whose borders are constantly shifting and shrinking […]

Preparing for COP28 – Webinar: “Key Issues to Watch at COP28”

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Join Second Nature, the University Climate Change Coalition (UC3), and the Research and Independent Non-Governmental Organizations (RINGO) constituency to discuss key issues on the negotiation agenda. A recording will be available shortly after the live presentation. REGISTER HERE

Hollywood Housing & Climate Happy Hour

St Felix Hollywood 1602 N Cahuenga Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Join Urban Environmentalists in Hollywood for a climate and housing happy hour! You'll get to connect with fellow pro-housing, transit, racial justice, environmental, and urbanism activists from across LA. There will be a featured guest to discuss transit-oriented housing development in Hollywood - stay tuned to learn more! REGISTER HERE

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.

The Need to GROW Film Screening and Panel Discussion

Santa Monica Main Library - Martin Luther King Jr. Auditorium 601 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA, United States

Presented by the City of Santa Monica and Sustainable Works About the Film A Story of Solutions In a race against the end of farmable soil, three individuals fight for change in the industry of agricultural food production, calling for a revolution. The Need to GROW delivers alarming evidence on the importance of healthy soil […]

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.

The State of Climate Action in 2023

Online

On November 15, join Systems Change Lab for a high-level discussion of the recent state of climate action, in partnership with the Bezos Earth Fund, Climate Action Tracker, Climate Analytics and NewClimate Institute, ClimateWorks Foundation, the United Nations Climate Change High-Level Champions and World Resources Institute. This virtual event will feature the report’s latest findings, […]

Oceanic Studies Book Forum

HYBRID: UCLA James West Alumni Center, Founders Room and Online 325 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, United States

The legacy of settler colonialism in Oceania, specifically Guåhan (Guam) and Hawai‘i, is a complex history that binds the two distinct archipelagos together. Join authors Alfred Flores and Christen Sasaki, and moderator Gena Carpio, as they explore these multifaceted connections through the scope of settler military occupation, imperial jurisdiction, and cultural transformation. REGISTER HERE

Young Professionals in Energy: Panel Discussion – Building Electrification

Wedbush Center 1000 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 1100, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Join YPE for an exciting event on November 15 at the Wedbush Center in Los Angeles, CA, USA. A panel of experts will be discussing how we reduce carbon emissions from the building sector and the barriers and opportunities along the way. Come connect with industry experts, network with like-minded individuals, and gain valuable insights. […]

Second annual H.E.A.T Happy Hour

HiDef Brewing 1203 S Olive St, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Enjoy an evening to connect with up-and-coming leaders from various fields (food and drink options available; no-host bar). Take public transportation or bike share due to the closure of the 10 Freeway. HiDef Brewing is accessible via the Metro A and E lines at the Pico Station. A Metro bike share station is located on […]

Building Performance vs. People Performance

UCLA Perloff Hall, DeCafe 365 Portola Plaza, Room 1302, Los Angeles, CA, United States

A look at the evolution of goals, strategies, and methods for making buildings more sustainable across the portfolio of projects spanning the career of Lance Collins, AIA, NOMA (MArch II ’99), an architect, urban planner, and sustainability specialist. REGISTER HERE

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.

Cities on the Frontline: Humans and Habitats

Online

To create a healthy urban habitat, natural systems can play a pivotal role in climate adaptation but requires seamless integration and respect for natural systems to mitigate environmental risks and ensure human well-being. Leon Kapetas, Lead for Climate Resilience, Programs, R-Cities; Tina Marano, Future Communities Lead – Americas GHD; Sander Klaasen, Senior Landscape Architect, City […]

E2 1 Hotels Fellowship: 2023 Fellow Showcase

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Please join this webinar to meet E2’s 2023 1 Hotels Fellows and learn about their innovative projects to advance sustainability, environmental justice and a clean economy for all. The E2 1Hotels Fellowship supports emerging leaders in developing and implementing projects that amplify the business and economic case for smart policies to address pressing environmental issues. On […]

Electrifying LA’s Cargo Handling: Progress & Opportunities

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The Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach are well on their way toward electrification, but the road to zero emission is a long one. Join us for a panel discussion webinar on Thursday, Nov. 16 at 1pm featuring expert panelists from the Port of Los Angeles, Southern California Edison, and Earthjustice. The panelists will […]

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.