UCLA Sustainability

Summer 2024 CDLS Research and Outreach Symposium
2024-08-02 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | HYBRID: UCLA and Zoom
The Center for Diverse Leadership in Science at UCLA (CDLS) Research and Outreach Symposium offers an inclusive platform for individuals across all career stages within our community to showcase their research and outreach endeavors, regardless of the project’s developmental stage.
The event will feature keynote speakers and lightning talks from fellows and members showcasing their research, community-building efforts, and outreach initiatives. Lunch will be served. Masking is optional although strongly recommended indoors.
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Keynote Speakers
Dr. Camille Gaynus: Diving into a Joyous Ocean with Black in Marine Science
Originally from Philadelphia, I established a love of the water at an early age. Upon graduating from Hampton University, I started a PhD in the Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Department at UCLA. I spent some time working at Penn State Brandywine before moving to working for the nonprofit Black in Marine Science full-time as the Chief Science Officer. There are two things I enjoy about being a marine scientist. First is the sheer amount of knowledge the ocean holds. It gives me countless opportunities to learn and explore. Second, I physically enjoy being underwater. There is something about being totally submerged in water that is calming. I got involved in #BlackinMarineScientist because I love being Black and I believe it is important that we highlight Black stories as a way to combat anti-Blackness.
Dr. Yewande Pearse: From Snails in the Garden to John Legend and Beyond: Navigating a Career in Science Communication
As a neuroscientist and passionate science communicator, Yewande blends the art of storytelling with the rigor of scientific inquiry to curate culturally resonant narratives. Her work extends beyond mere communication; it is about creating spaces where science is a shared language, enriching the tapestry of our collective experience. As a black woman in STEM and a mother, she embodies the diversity she advocates for, driving change from the intersection of her personal and professional worlds. She stands for a future where science belongs to everyone, breaking down barriers to create inclusive and accessible platforms for discovery. Her mission is to empower individuals with the transformative power of scientific knowledge, fostering a society that values curiosity, understanding, and the profound impact of science in every aspect of life.
LOCATION
UCLA Geology Building Room 3853
595 Charles E. Young Dr. Los Angeles, CA 90095
Zoom Meeting ID: 986 5239 9472
Lightning Talks
Syontoni Hattori-Chatterjee: The Migration Story of the Siakumne
Joan Chimezie: Holocene Peatland Fire Reconstruction in the Appalachian Mountains of West Virginia, USA
Maria Winters: Coastal Dune Modeling in California: Case Studies from Southern and North-Central California
Omaia Olivas: Endangered Species Act Outreach and Education in the Salinas Valley
Daniel Sepulveda: Paleoclimate of the Cenozoic Era in Antarctica and Patagonia
Pa-Shun Hawkins & Bobby Dellinger: Quantify Acid Deposition Using Social Drivers
Ileana Callejas: Remote Sensing for Biodiversity Monitoring in the Belize Barrier Reef Reserve System
Kristen Howard: Evolutionary and Ecological Dynamics of Protozoa Diversity
Armand Payne & Jason Williams: Evaluating the Dual Protection Offered by Myrothamnus flabellifolius Extracts and Their Green-Synthesized ZnO Nanoparticles
Flor Vanessa Maciel: Development of a Climate Change and Intervention Unit for High School Students
Kira Fish, Elijah Catalan, Olivia Simon: Climate Justice Collective at UCLA
Brian Brophy: Training Next Gen Scientists
Elias Jabbe: Salalah Sinkholes and Littering: The Urgency to Reduce the Environmental Impact of Tourism
Olaniyi Oluwatobi Emmanuel: Assessing Habitat Suitability for Aqua Tourism in Wetlands: A Case Study of Ekiti State, Nigeria
Angela Rose David: Buhay Ngayon: Culturally-tailored Toolkit to Improve Knowledge, Attitudes, and Behaviors Regarding Advance Care Planning in Filipino American Adults in Los Angeles County
Esmeralda E.M. Zambrano: Hiking the Path to Environmental Equity: Stories from the Field
For any questions, please contact cdls@ucla.edu.

Food and Film: Eat Drink Man Woman
2024-08-02 19:30 - 22:30 | Hammer Museum
The Hammer Museum is sharing another incredible installment of Alice Water’s Food and Film Series, “Eat Drink Man Woman.”
Admission to the event is free. Seats are assigned at the theater on a first come, first serve basis.
Food and Film is a quarterly series designed to delight the senses and inspire the mind. Curated with renowned chef, activist and cinephile Alice Waters, who will introduce the screening, each program in the series draws on Waters’ philosophy that eating, like art, is a political act and that exploring the intersections between the culinary and moving image arts can help illuminate the path toward building more sustainable, thriving communities together.
EAT DRINK MAN WOMAN (1994)
With his fourth feature, co-written with Hui-Ling Wang and James Schamus, Taiwanese director Ang Lee firmly cemented his status as a major auteur. The economy and feeling of his storytelling is evident from the opening sequence establishing the home of retired chef Chu (Hui Ling Wang) as an oasis from a bustling Taipei with his kitchen at its center. From it emanates the sights and sounds of the Sunday banquets he artfully prepares that draw his three adult daughters home. Through evocative detail, Lee builds a delicate, heartwarming portrait of a family for which food and cooking is the language they communicate with as they navigate together the ever-shifting course of love and relationships in their lives.
35mm, color, in Mandarin with English subtitles, 123 min.

Tour of LA Environmental Learning Center at Hyperion
2024-08-03 10:00 - 12:00 | Los Angeles Environmental Learning Center at Hyperion, 12000 Vista Del Mar, Los Angeles, CA, 90293, United States
Join a tour of the Los Angeles Environmental Learning Center at Hyperion in Playa del Rey, CA, and learn how sustainable water and solid resources management happens in Los Angeles!
Through hands-on, interactive exhibits, you will learn the essential role you play in the future of clean water treatment and conservation, watershed protection, and the management of our solid resources. After visiting, you will be inspired to adopt sustainable practices in your daily life and be inspired to collectively create greener, cleaner neighborhoods.
This event is hosted by the South and Central Santa Monica Bay watershed coordinators for the LA County Safe Clean Water Program, in collaboration with Los Angeles Environmental Learning Center at Hyperion.
Registration in advance is required. Participants must be 9 years of age or older.
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Professional Development Workshop: ABCs of ESG Reporting
2024-08-09 09:00 - 10:30 | Online
Join this essential professional development workshop on ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Plans to gain an in-depth understanding of the evolving regulatory landscape and its implications for ESG reporting. Everyone in cleantech and sustainability needs the basics of ESG Reporting for the ‘big picture’ of an organization’s strategy and the criteria for quality and integrity of data reporting in light of SEC and
This workshop will provide a thorough overview of the purpose and process of ESG reports, guiding you through the high-level steps needed to assemble a robust and compliant report. You’ll learn about the typical timeline for report preparation, ensuring that you can plan and execute your ESG strategy effectively. We’ll also explore various report framework options, including the ISSB and other leading standards, to help you choose the best approach for your organization.
You’ll gain insights into best practices for creating transparent and impactful reports and managing stakeholder issues. By the end of this workshop, you’ll be equipped with the tools and basic knowledge to navigate the complexities of ESG reporting, ensuring your organization meets regulatory requirements and communicates its ESG performance effectively to stakeholders.
Pricing:
FREE for WCS Champion Members!
WCS Member ticket: $15
WCS Student Member ticket: $5
Non-Member ticket: $30
Student Non-Member ticket: $10
Day of event: $35
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Free L.A. City Monthly Bulky Item Drop-Off Events
2024-08-10 08:00 - 16:30 | Multiple locations
LA Sanitation will be accepting bulky items at five locations around the City each month throughout 2024. Furniture, carpet, yard trimmings, shelving, and wood will be accepted.
LOCATIONS:
East Valley District Yard
11050 Pendelton St.
Sun Valley, CA 91352
West Valley District Yard
8840 Vanalden Ave.
Northridge, CA 91234
Harbor District Yard
1400 N. Gaffey St.
San Pedro, CA 90731
West LA District Yard
2027 Stoner Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Central LA Recycling and Transfer Station
2201 E. Washington Bl.
Los Angeles, CA 90021
RULES:
-One visit per Saturday Event.
-Two ton vehicle limit (no larger than flat/stake bed struck.)
-Information provided to station staff must be true and accurate.
-Anyone who makes deliveries of unpermitted items may be liable for any penalties which the law provides under civil and/or criminal codes.
PROOF OF RESIDENCY:
Resident must be present and provide proof of residency with the most current LADWP bill and State Issued Driver’s license or State Identification or delivery will not be accepted.

L.A. RIVER FEST 2024
2024-08-11 15:00 - 21:00 | Los Angeles State Historic Park, 1245 N Spring St, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
River Fest is BACK! Join Friends of the LA River (FoLAR) for a free, open-air environmental arts and community festival celebrating the culture, history, and people that shape the LA River.
FoLAR’s third-annual River Fest will welcome 1,000 Angelenos to LA State Historic Park and featuring a variety of local artists with thrilling live performances, a stunning visual art gallery, and a bustling marketplace. We’ll also have some new interactive eco-activities for the whole family and delicious food from some of L.A.’s best food trucks. Invite your favorite Angelenos and join in celebrating the life stream of LA – the Los Angeles River.
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Waste, Wishcycling & Greenwashing
2024-08-11 18:30 - 19:30 | Online
Join a conversation with experts on what to do with your waste, why all those products marketed as “compostable” are not compostable, why reuse is the way to go, and a lot more, including how to encourage restaurants to be more sustainable and how to host a sustainable event. Bring (virtually!) all those items you have questions about and ask the experts!
Speakers:

Bonny Bentzin, Deputy Chief Sustainability Officer, UCLA
Dr Marcus Eriksen, Co-founder and Scientist, 5 Gyres
Daniel Meyers, LA Sanitation & Environment
Nicholas Nuchio, Environmental Engineer, Los Angeles Sanitation & Environment
Kikei Wong, Sustainability Specialist, Athens Services

Bring (virtually) the items you’ve always wondered about—can you recycle it? compost it? What bin does it go in?
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Quantum Solutions: Leveraging Technology for Sustainable Data Centers
2024-08-14 09:00 - 10:00 | Online
Data Centers have historically been considerable consumers of energy and water globally, but increasing focus on reporting and grid constraints is transforming the industry. Gain valuable insights on the latest technology and trends to design and deliver sustainable and resilient data centers in this upcoming Green Building Initiative (GBI) webinar. Owners and colocations alike can incorporate innovative management practices, low carbon, durable building materials, and energy-efficient cooling solutions to improve operational efficiency and building lifespan. Learn how Life-Cycle Assessments (LCA) can measure the impact of materials and meet certification criteria. Understand how the implementation of these sustainable features and technologies can contribute to performance and rating in GBI’s Green Globes and Journey to Net Zero certification systems.
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Emerging Leaders Then and Now: Stories of Professional Development and Growth after WaterNow’s Emerging Leader Award
2024-08-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
WaterNow’s Emerging Leader Award supports water utility staff working to transform their utilities and the water sector in support of principles of sustainability and equity. In this webinar, WaterNow brings together past Emerging Leader Award recipients to hear how their careers and their projects have developed and evolved since receiving their Awards. Join for a panel discussion touching on the professional journeys of these water leaders, the ways they’ve navigated professional development opportunities, promotions, and mentorship, and the challenges they’ve overcome to get where they are today.
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The Music Industry’s Plastic-Free Evolution
2024-08-15 14:00 - 15:30 | Online
As humanity becomes more concerned about the issues surrounding climate change, the music industry is adapting to become more sustainable, and everyone from artists and performers, to promoters, venues, and concert goers are paving the way toward a plastic-free future.
Musicians and industry leaders have a unique platform when it comes to speaking out about issues they care about. From 1960s folk, rock, and soul music to 1990s grunge, Hip Hop, and more, much music is rooted in social justice or movements. Over the years, artists have helped change the world in numerous ways: addressing issues of the times from world hunger, the Vietnam War, Civil rights, Women’s rights, and LBGTQ+ rights, to climate and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
So how do artists like Jackson Browne, Ben Harper, Bonnie Raitt, Keb’ Mo’, Jack Johnson, U2, and others reduce their single-use plastic on the road, on tour buses, backstage, and on stage? Does the music industry make the connections between the climate crisis, the petrochemical industry, fossil fuels, and plastic pollution? How do musicians demonstrate their commitment to these issues and where do they see the biggest moves being made to combat plastic pollution and our budding climate crisis?
Join us on August 15th for a special 90-minute webinar where we will tackle these questions and more with: Associate Senior Director of the Think 100% podcast for Hip Hop Caucus, Jasmine Gil; Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter, musician Grace Potter; and Sustainability Coordinator for Jack Johnson Music & All at Once Max Tischler. The conversation will be co-moderated by music industry activist Annie Farman and Hip Hop Caucus Artist Relations Director and Cultural Producer Dawn Richard.
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UCLA Botanical Garden Third Thursdays
2024-08-15 17:00 - 19:00 | UCLA Mildred E Mathias Botanical Garden, La Kretz Garden Pavilion, 707 Tiverton Dr, Los Angeles, CA, 90095
See the sunset from the UCLA Botanical Garden at Third Thursdays, their summer twilight series. Meet new friends at the wine bar, then kick back and enjoy live music!
Admission for each event is $10. Purchase tickets here or at the door. Cash is not accepted. If you are paying at the door, you will need a card number that you can enter into the online storefront.
This event is all-ages, but the wine bar is 21+. Bring your government-issued photo ID if you would like to enter the wine bar.
Third Thursdays 2024:
8/15/24 from 5-7 p.m.
9/19/24 from 5-7 p.m.

Open House: Towards a Carbon-Free Future from Ocean to Atmosphere
2024-08-17 10:00 - 12:30 | AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles, 2451 Signal St, Los Angeles, CA, 90731, United States
You’re invited to AltaSea to learn about how innovative technologies, from the TRACER Project to Captura, aim to achieve climate goals.
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.
Featured Speakers
Erika La Plante is an Assistant Professor of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of California, Davis. She obtained her Ph.D. in Earth and Environmental Sciences with a focus in Geochemistry at the University of Illinois at Chicago and her B.S. in Geology from the University of the Philippines. Erika’s research focuses on building materials, critical metal extraction, and carbon dioxide removal.
Éowyn Lucas has a Ph.D. in Materials Science from Caltech, where she focused on developing bipolar membranes for electrodialysis under the guidance of Captura’s co-founders, Harry Atwater and CX Xiang. As a Senior Membrane and Electrodialysis Engineer at Captura, she plays a key role in advancing and scaling the company’s proprietary membrane and electrodialysis technologies.
Delve into science, technology, engineering, business and the ocean
This is a great opportunity for students of all ages to learn about ocean based careers that turn to the ocean to develop solutions for some of the planet’s most pressing challenges, such as climate change, energy supply, and global food security.
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If you would like to start volunteering for AltaSea you can register for this Open House and other education and community engagement events by going to AltaSea’s Volunteer Opportunities page.

CicLAvia—Meet the Hollywoods presented by Metro
2024-08-18 09:00 - 16:00 | Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA, 90028, United States
Join CicLAvia’s 54th Los Angeles Open Streets Event: CicLAvia—Meet the Hollywoods! This CicLAvia is presented by Metro.
Location: Connecting East and West Hollywood.
What: CicLAvia is a non-profit organization that has been opening streets throughout LA County since 2010. Come experience car-free open streets at their 54th event, CicLAvia—Meet the Hollywoods.
Enjoy the pop-up park for the day in your favorite people-powered way, whether that’s walking, jogging, biking, roller skating, skating, or simply spectating! All ages and abilities are welcome. Be sure to join their email list so you don’t miss any event news and updates. Use the CicLAvia digital map to plan which businesses, local gems, activities along the route, and Hubs to check out during the event on August 18!

New to CicLAvia?
Here are some things to know before you go:

CicLAvia is FREE!
CicLAvia lasts from 9am to 4pm.
CicLAvia closes streets to car traffic and opens them for people to walk, skate, bike, play, and explore parts of Los Angeles County.
CicLAvia is not a race! There’s no starting point or finish line—begin where you like and enjoy the day your way.
CicLAvia traffic flows in two directions, just like regular traffic. Check out more rules of the route.
As a general rule of thumb, only people-powered vehicles are allowed, with exceptions for persons with disabilities. That means we do not allow electric scooters, electric skateboards, hoverboards, electric unicycles, motorcycles and other non-people-powered vehicles, but we do allow motorized wheelchairs and related vehicles for people with disabilities. We want to make sure that everyone can enjoy our route.
Are e-bikes allowed? Class 1 e-bike pedal-assist allowed. Class 2 e-bikes allowed when throttle is powered off. Class 3 e-bikes allowed when pedal-assist is powered off. Learn more here. General rule of thumb: if you’re pedaling (and not riding), you’re clear.
As consideration for being allowed to participate in a CicLAvia, all participants are deemed to have released from liability and waived any right to sue its organizers, their employees, officers, volunteers and agents from any and all claims, including claims of negligence, resulting in any physical injury, illness (including death) or economic loss suffered as a result of participating in this CicLAvia.
By participating in a CicLAvia event, each participant understands that there are risks, such as physical and/or psychological injury, pain, suffering, illness, disfigurement, temporary or permanent disability, death or economic loss. These injuries or outcomes may arise from a participant’s or other’s actions, inactions, or negligence, or the condition of the location (s) or facility (ies). Nonetheless, participants assume all known and unknown risks of participation in CicLAvia.

Questions or Concerns
For general event information, send an email or call 213.355.8500.

Shaping Future California Energy Research
2024-08-22 09:30 - 16:00 | RAND, 1776 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90401, United States
This workshop, Shaping Future California Energy Research, seeks to connect communities with researchers to network and inform a California-based energy research agenda. At this workshop, stakeholders from California communities will share their energy research concerns with researchers and identifying areas of complementarity. Together, participants will work to identify resources, project managers, and data to address concerns and to help inform potential avenues for policy research.
Email sarick@rand.org to RSVP.

Moonlight Hike Featuring Naima Bock
2024-08-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Coldwater Canyon Park, 12601 N Mulholland Dr, Beverly Hills, CA, 90210, United States
Lace up your hiking boots and join us on the trails of our Coldwater Canyon Park for a Moonlight Hike. The event begins with a special performance by SubPop Records recording artist Naima Bock, joining us from the UK. Music begins at 7pm with the hike following at 8pm.
TreePeople’s Moonlight Hikes take night owls on a guided exploration of beautiful Coldwater Canyon Park and neighboring Wilacre Park—after hours! So grab a flashlight and join us to experience the beautiful Los Angeles evening skyline and walk under the light of the moon. Hikers of all ages and experience levels are welcome to enjoy the outdoors in either a Coyote Crawl, Silver Bear Stroll, or Night Owl Prowl.
Coyote Crawl – Slow-paced informative walk aimed at taking in all the surrounding beauty and sounds. Great for kids and kids at heart!
Silver Bear Stroll – This medium-difficulty hike is filled with fun facts and a rewarding challenge at the end with a terrific view!
Night Owl Prowl – A 2-mile power hike with incredible views that leave you breathless with a sense of accomplishment!
Through a partnership with Living Earth, there will be music before the moonlight hikes. Experience the harmony between soundscape and landscape with an inspirational outdoor musical performance. Check-in starts at 6 pm.
Born in Glastonbury to a Brazilian father and a Greek mother, Naima spent her early childhood in Brazil before eventually returning to England and various homes in South-East London. This heritage combines with more recent pursuits in Naima’s music; from the Brazilian standards that the family would listen to driving to the beach, to the European folk traditions she tapped into on her own, and the pursuits that interest her today – studies in archaeology, work as a gardener, and walking the world’s great trails – Naima’s music draws from family, the earth and the handing down of music through generations. Naima Bock’s second solo album, Below A Massive Dark Land is out September 27 via Sub Pop.
This event is open to the general public at $20 per person. Children under 15 are $10 and children under 3 are free. All children must have adult supervision. It is strongly recommended to not bring dogs to the Moonlight Hike.
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"Chinatown" Screening and Opening Reception for "What's On Tap: LA's Water Story...Source to Spigot"
2024-08-25 15:00 - 19:30 | El Tranquilo Gallery, 19 Olvera Street, El Pueblo Historical Monument, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
Even in the modern era, communities in Los Angeles and around California face a variety of water challenges, ranging from securing access to clean, affordable water, to contending with the reality of water supplies threatened by a changing climate. An art exhibit titled “What’s On Tap: LA’s Water Story…Source to Spigot” explores these issues and our region’s ever-changing water story.
The first leg of the exhibit just closed at Avenue 50 Studio in Highland Park, and it will soon reopen at El Tranquilo Gallery on Olvera Street, the birthplace of Los Angeles, at El Pueblo Historical Monument. It will be on view Aug. 24 to Sept. 29 (open Fridays through Sundays, 11am to 3pm). It’s a vibrant spot steeped in history, and the zanja madre — the Spanish-era aqueduct that moved water from the river to the pueblo between 1781 and 1904 — is located right outside of the gallery.
An opening reception on Sunday, Aug. 25, at 3pm will be followed by a screening of “Chinatown” at 5pm. This classic film noir, starring Jack Nicholson and Faye Dunaway, celebrates its 50th anniversary this year, and still reveals many historical aspects of LA’s water story that are stranger than fiction. And quite appropriate given the topic of the exhibition and that LA’s Chinatown is only a block away.
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Stay tuned for more info about the closing reception, including a moderated panel discussion on local water, which will be the afternoon of September 29.
More about the exhibit: https://avenue50studio.org/whats-on-tap
With thanks to supporters and partners!
Accelerate Resilience Los Angeles
California Institute for Water Resources
El Pueblo Historical Monument
Los Angeles Center for Urban Natural Resources Sustainability
USDA Forest Service
UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation

Green Sports Alliance Case Study Webinar: Creating a Financial Blueprint for Renewable Energy Projects
2024-08-28 09:00 - 10:00 | Online
Blue Strike and Spectrum Center with Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority (CRVA) break down the costs, Return on Investment (ROI), and funding strategies to decarbonize energy systems.
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Choose Your Path: How to Choose the Best Path to Write Your Climate Action Plan
2024-08-29 10:00 - 11:30 | Online
Choosing the right approach to write a climate action plan for a university involves assessing the institution’s unique needs, resources, and goals.
Join an insightful webinar that will guide you through the various strategies to create an actionable plan tailored to unique needs. The pros and cons of writing a climate action plan fully in-house, consultant only, and hybrid will be discussed. This webinar will provide you with the insights and tools needed to choose the right approach.
Learning Objectives:
– Assess the university’s internal resources, expertise, and capacity to develop a climate action plan in-house.
– Identify the advantages and potential drawbacks of hiring external consultants for climate action planning.
– Analyze the benefits of a hybrid approach, combining internal efforts with external expertise, and how to effectively coordinate between the two.
– Gain insights from case studies of universities that have successfully implemented each of the approaches.
Speakers include:
Eera Babtiwale, Mt. San Antonio College
Matthew Williams, University of Florida
Jennifer Haugh, Greener U
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Geo Exchange Systems: a Path to Decarbonization
2024-09-03 09:00 - 10:00 | Online
Join a webinar on geo exchange systems as part of the campus decarbonization journey! Learn about geo exchange systems including how energy is generated and its various applications. We’ll cover stages of geo exchange project development, from exploration to operation, and discuss the barriers to implementation on campuses. Additionally, learn about the operational and maintenance requirements to ensure long-term efficiency and sustainability.
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Learning Objectives:
– Attendees will understand the stages of geo exchange project development, from exploration and drilling to construction and operation.
– Attendees will be able to define geothermal energy and explain how it is generated from the Earth’s heat.
– Attendees will identify the different types of geo exchange energy systems and their applications.
– Attendees will understand barriers to implementing geo exchange systems on their campuses
– Attendees will understand the operational and maintenance requirements for geothermal energy systems to ensure their long-term efficiency and sustainability
Speakers include:
Ted Mendoza, UMASS Amherst
Carolina Cudemus Jones, Smith College
Michael Ahren, Ever-Green Energy
Justin Owen, Weber State University

Conversation on the Settlement of Navahine v. HDOT with Our Children’s Trust
2024-09-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
Hosted by the Human Rights Center at the University of California, Berkeley School of Law, The UCLA Law Promise Institute Europe, The Promise Institute for Human Rights at UCLA Law, and Our Children’s Trust
Co-moderated by
Betsy Popken, JD, LLM, Human Rights Center at the University of California, Berkeley School of Law
Kate Mackintosh, Executive Director, Professor from Practice, UCLA Law Promise Institute Europe
Navahine v. Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation is the world’s first youth-led constitutional climate case aimed at stopping climate pollution from transportation systems. The plaintiffs and legal team behind Navahine have just secured a landmark court-ordered settlement requiring Hawaiʻi to achieve zero emissions in transportation by 2045. In this webinar, Andrea Rodgers, Lead Attorney for Navahine v. HDOT and Deputy Director, US Strategy at Our Children’s Trust, as well as Anders Carlson, Our Children’s Trust’s Senior Climate Scientist, and Rylee Brooke, one of the youth plaintiffs, will recount how they brought the highest levels of government to the negotiating table and secured an agreement that: affirms their right to a life-sustaining climate system; draws up a blueprint of how to get there; and provides a roadmap that could serve as a model for youth worldwide.
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Urban Forestry for Changing Times Symposium
2024-09-05 08:00 - 17:00 | Angeles National Forest Headquarters, 701 N. Santa Anita Ave, Arcadia, CA, 91006, United States
Join a diverse group of researchers, practitioners, community members, and representatives from government and nonprofit organizations for a day of stimulating panel discussions and networking opportunities. Topics will include: the state of urban forestry research; science delivery & communication; urban forest equity; urban forest management planning; and more.
The day will also include interactive breakout sessions to identify new researcher-practitioner collaborations and opportunities for engagement with LA City and County as they make future decisions about urban forest management.
GUIDELINES
Admission is free, but registration is required for each attendee.
REGISTER HERE (for waitlist)
PARKING
Free parking is available at the venue. Carpooling is encouraged.
PRESENTERS
Marianna Babboni, USC Urban Trees Initiative
Cindy Blain, California ReLaf
Edith de Guzman, UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation/ UC Cooperative Extension
Francisco Escobedo, US Forest Service/LA Center for Urban Natural Resources Sustainability
Rebecca Ferdman, Los Angeles County
Amanda Hansen, CA Natural Resources Agency
Darrel Jenerette, UC Riverside
Rachel Malarich, City of Los Angeles
Alessandro Ossola, UC Davis
Lara Roman, US Forest Service
Kirsten Schwarz, UCLA
Rachel Smith, US Forest Service
Jon Swae, City of San Francisco
Aaron Thomas, North East Trees

Los Angeles Climate Week
2024-09-08 - 2024-09-15 | Los Angeles
Join the inaugural Los Angeles Climate Week™ to collaborate, exchange ideas, and develop local climate solutions. Engage with climate organizations, policymakers, innovators, companies, and changemakers from LA and beyond on cutting-edge climate change solutions.
LA Climate Week will be full of diverse events for the LA community to collaborate, exchange ideas, and foster local climate solutions.
REGISTER HERE

Workshop: Pivoting Careers to Climate + Hear En-Roads on Empowering your Climate Career
2024-09-10 15:00 - 17:00 | Marion Anderson Hall Grand Salon, 110 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 90095, United States
3-4pm: Workshop: Pivoting Careers to Climate

​Led by Marcus Castain, UCLA Anderson’s Parker Career Management Center
​Learn how to position yourself successfully in the climate tech job market with the applied marketing framework
​Familiarize yourself with valuable resources to support your career transition
​Canvas the climate job opportunities available

​4-5pm: How En-ROADS Can Help Empower Your Climate Career

​Led by Katherine Markova, Climate Interactive’s Partnership Manager and UCLA Extension Sustainability Instructor
​Learn how to use the power of the climate simulator En-ROADS to drive impactful change in your climate-focused career
​Experiment with available climate solutions and develop a mental model of their impacts on nature and society
​Discover that with decisive action it is still possible to prevent the worst impacts of the climate crisis and to build a thriving future

REGISTER HERE
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Fossil Free California presents: EJ Intersections
2024-09-10 17:00 - 18:00 | UCLA South Bay, 30800 Palos Verdes Dr E, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA, 90275, United States
A presentation on how the battles against neighborhood oil drilling and for fossil fuel divestment are linked.

Climate Careers: TED Talks & Networking Mixer
2024-09-10 17:00 - 19:00 | Marion Anderson Hall Grand Salon, 110 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 90095, United States
​5-6pm: TED talk sessions: Spotlighting Climate Career Pathways

​Enjoy inspiring talks from leaders who are making a difference across the climate landscape through their impactful careers

​6-7pm: Networking mixer
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The Climate Fresk: a team-based workshop to master Climate Change!
2024-09-10 17:30 - 20:30 | UCLA South Bay, 30800 Palos Verdes Dr E, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA, 90275, United States
Learn, Connect, and Act: Elevate Your LA Climate Week with Climate Fresk!
​Looking for a dynamic and engaging way to deepen your understanding of climate change during LA Climate Week? Whether you’re new to climate science or already knowledgeable, this Climate Fresk Workshop offers the perfect blend of learning, networking, and fun.
​Understanding the complexity of climate change is crucial for taking meaningful action. While many of us grasp the basics like CO2 emissions and global warming, this workshop offers a chance to gain deeper insights through a hands-on, interactive experience. You’ll collaborate with fellow participants to piece together the full picture of climate change.
​With guidance from experienced facilitators, you’ll join a small group to explore the connections between causes, effects, and potential solutions. This 3-hour afterwork session transforms the complex scientific concepts from the latest IPCC reports into a dynamic learning experience filled with accessible insights. By the end, you’ll be equipped with a nuanced understanding of climate change, giving you the edge to fully engage in the week’s events.
​Please note: Capacity is limited to 28 participants. If you are unable to attend, we kindly ask that you release your spot, as we have a waiting list.
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Santa Monica Climate Resiliency: Designing Strategies For the Next 30+ Years
2024-09-11 18:00 - 19:30 | Annenberg Community Beach House, 415 Pacific Coast Highway, Santa Monica, CA, 90402, United States
This Sustainable September, the City of Santa Monica is celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Sustainable City Plan and its long-standing commitment to enhancing resources, preventing harm to the natural environment and human health, and benefiting the social and economic well-being of the community for the sake of current and future generations. While looking back on the progress made over the years, it is also important to look ahead and design a sustainable and resilient community for the future.
Join a sunset chat to discuss with local industry experts different strategies Santa Monica has taken the lead on:

Tom Ford, The Bay Foundation’s Chief Executive Officer, will share the progress made on Santa Monica’s Beach Dune Restoration Project
Sunny Wang, Water Resources Manager at the City of Santa Monica, will discuss the City’s Sustainable Water Master Plan, SWIP and Water Recycling
Evelin Weber, Malibu Foundation’s Executive Director and co-founder, will talk about the new SM microforests project.

The panel will be moderated by Bonny Bentzin, UCLA’s Deputy Chief Sustainability Officer. Attendees will have an opportunity to ask questions of the panelists.
This is a FREE event, however registration is required. Space is limited.
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Ride, don’t drive, if you can. The Annenberg offers bike racks. The Big Blue Bus #9 stops at the intersection of Entrada Dr./Channel Rd. and Pacific Coast Highway, about 1/4 mile north of the Beach House. Use the underground walking path to get across PCH to the beach, and then head south along the bike path toward the Beach House. View and print updated schedule at https://www.bigbluebus.com/Routes-and-Schedules/Route-9.aspx
If you must drive, try to carpool.

Climate Action Planning: Embedding Equity
2024-09-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Online
Join THE third installment of the CAP webinar series focused on integrating equity into the development of a Climate Action Plan. By attending, you’ll gain valuable insights on creating Climate Action Plans that not only tackle environmental issues but also foster a just and inclusive campus environment.
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Panelists will discuss:
– Strategies for inclusive and equitable decision-making that incorporate diverse perspectives from all campus communities.
– Effective approaches to engage systemically and historically excluded groups to ensure their voices are central to the planning process.
– Techniques for equitably assessing and addressing the broader impacts of climate strategies on different demographics
Speakers include:
Sophia Agtarap, Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges
ilieana Brunetti, UC Santa Cruz
Briar Schoon, Portland Community College

California Tribes and Climate Change: How Tribal Knowledge is Enhancing the Scientific Understanding of Climate Change in California
2024-09-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Online
How can Tribal knowledge help us weather the extremes of climate change?
CalEPA’s Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) explored the answer to that question in the fourth edition of its Indicators of Climate Change in California Report last year. The report documents the wide-ranging impacts that global fossil fuel reliance has had on the state’s weather, water supplies, plants and animals, and human health.
For the first time, this latest edition incorporated knowledge and impacts on California’s Tribal Nations, including first-hand accounts written by Tribal members. Hear from OEHHA scientists and a Tribal leader who helped write the report and discover how tribal knowledge adds to our scientific understanding of climate change with information gleaned from centuries of interactions with the Earth that pre-date instrumental records.
Speakers

Tamara Kadir, MS, Senior Environmental Scientist, Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA)
Laurie Monserrat, Senior Environmental Scientist, Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA)
L’eaux Stewart, Big Pine Paiute Tribe and contributing author to the 2023 Climate Indicators Report

Registration
Registration is free for AWWEE members. Members may add up to 2 guests for no charge at the time of registration (individuals new to AWWEE, please).
Non-member registration fee is $20.
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California Biodiversity Bioblitz
2024-09-14 08:00 - 13:00 | UCLA Stunt Ranch Reserve, 1201 Stunt Rd, Calabasas, CA, 91302, United States
Join this event to celebrate California’s biodiversity and help inform the state’s 30×30 initiative by taking a closer look at nearby nature and documenting your finds on iNaturalist!
UCLA’s Stunt Ranch Santa Monica Mountains Reserve and The Malibu Foundation are excited to be collaborating on a Bioblitz for California Biodiversity Week at Stunt Ranch Reserve! A “Bioblitz” is a short outdoor event in which people come together to explore nature and make and share observations of the plants and animals that are living in their communities.
Citizen scientists of all ages are invited to participate in California conservation by hiking at Stunt Ranch Reserve to collect photos of plants and animals so they can be uploaded to the “Find 30 Species Challenge” – a project created on the iNaturalist application. Wildlife observations uploaded to this project will ultimately help inform the state’s “30×30 initiative” – a goal to conserve 30 percent of California’s lands and coastal waters by 2030. No prior experience as a naturalist is necessary — just bring a smart device or camera and access the iNaturalist app to join in!
*This free event is open to all ages and all participants will be required to sign a liability waiver before entering the reserve. Participants under 18 years old will need to have parent or guardian sign this wavier.*
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Preparation for the event:

Bring a smart phone or device that can download iNaturalist
Download the iNaturalist App
Create a profile on iNaturalist.
Download Seek by iNaturalist App (optional)

Parking: Parking will be available at the front entrance of the reserve. Spaces are limited, so carpooL if possible. See Parking on the Field Station page for more information: https://stuntranch.ucnrs.org/field-station/.

If you have any questions, please contact Stunt Ranch Assistant Director, David Blake, at dblake0405@g.ucla.edu.
