• Climate Resolve Open House with Senator Ben Allen

    You’re invited to an open house on June 30 to find out more about Climate Resolve’s initiatives and campaigns in battling urban heat in Los Angeles and across the state. Senator Ben Allen of the 24th District will be the keynote speaker for the evening. We’d love for you to join us and participate in...

  • Compostable Summer Series: Bokashi Workshops – Valley Edition

    Ever heard of Bokashi? Come learn all about the power of this simple fermented composting process during one of Compostable's 1-hour in-person workshops. These systems are great for people with small spaces who want to offset their food scrap footprint right at home with minimal effort. REGISTER HERE

  • Demystifying the Federal Funding Landscape

    Join Emerald Cities Collaborative, The Climate & Clean Energy Equity Fund, and Just Solutions for an informative webinar on the basics of federal funding mechanisms and how communities can navigate federal funding and financing opportunities. During this event, we will explore competitive grants, formula grants, and tax credits, providing clarity on how each of these...

  • Dr. Matt Ritter: California’s Urban Forests in a Changing Environment

    Tickets: $20 – $40 FREE for students Dr. Ritter will discuss patterns and trends in tree selection and considerations for helping to ensure a healthy urban forest in Los Angeles. Dr. Ritter’s presentation will be a photographic exposé of the lives and stories of some of the fascinating trees featured in the recent second edition...

  • Opportunities for Enhanced Near-term U.S.-China Climate Action: Subnational Climate Leadership

    Subnational collaboration offers unique opportunities for cooperation between China and the U.S., particularly in areas where local governments can have a greater impact and federal authority is limited. Both nations have influential states that inform their national policy decisions. Several key sectors offer opportunities for subnational climate action, including: transitioning from fossil fuels and coal,...

  • Navigating Green Infrastructure Operations & Maintenance

    For two decades, local stormwater managers have recognized green infrastructure as a centerpiece One Water strategy that is an effective, multi-benefit approach. Yet, green infrastructure has mostly remained on the fringes of stormwater management. A “nice to have” amenity. There are different reasons why green infrastructure hasn’t yet been implemented at scale. Lack of funds...

  • Hydrogen and Health Webinar

    Hear from Barb Gottlieb, Environment & Health Program Director at Physicians for Social Responsibility, speak about the role of hydrogen within our efforts to address climate change. REGISTER HERE

  • Become a Naturalist Day

    Celebrate native plants with the Garden! Create native wildflower seed bombs, embark on a garden scavenger hunt, and enjoy a complimentary garden tour! Drop-in anytime between 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. to participate. On-going Activities: Scavenger Hunt & Wildflower Seed Balls 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.: Storytime 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.: Guided Tour 12...

  • Maddalena Bearzi in conversation with Beth Pratt about “Stranded: Finding Nature in Uncertain Times”

    Part of ALOUD TRAVELS: To the Beach Come out and celebrate summer with ALOUD in a festival-like atmosphere at one of our beachside library branches. The afternoon-long event will feature beach-themed author talks, a SoCal Summer Storytelling hour, and family-friendly activities. REGISTER HERE Maddalena Bearzi Maddalena Bearzi is President and co-founder of the Ocean Conservation...