Welcome to the UCLA Mathias Botanical Garden's 2021-2022 public lecture series, Transplanted: Examining Contexts of Plants, People, & Place. In modern day Los Angeles, there are few remaining places where people can put their hands in the earth and connect with the land and plants that sustain us. The ancient Gabrielino/Tongva village site of Kuruvungna […]

Come to Bruin Plaza to refill your personal hygiene products for free! Don't forget to bring your own containers. Available products include: - Shampoo - Conditioner - Laundry liquid - Dr. Bronner’s liquid soap - Hand sanitizer - Body wash - Facial cleanser - Dishwashing liquid *Note: This event is for UCLA students only and […]

Environmentalist Mary Nichols helped lead California’s internationally recognized efforts to reduce air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions during four terms as chair of the California Air Resources Board. Her legacy includes support for policies to cut emissions from the transportation sector — the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions in the state and nation. Learn […]

Come to Bruin Plaza to refill your personal hygiene products for free! Don't forget to bring your own containers. Available products include: - Shampoo - Conditioner - Laundry liquid - Dr. Bronner’s liquid soap - Hand sanitizer - Body wash - Facial cleanser - Dishwashing liquid *Note: This event is for UCLA students only and […]

As climate change advances, communities across the United States are adapting to the increasing threat of wildfires. In this lecture, Michael Méndez, assistant professor of environmental policy and planning at UC Irvine, explores why it is crucial to understand how climate disasters amplify existing inequalities and how to lessen the resulting harms, in particular for […]

In Part II of the Climate Equity LA Series, we will explore how we center equity & justice in the co-design and implementation of climate adaptation plans, tools, and community resilience investments, and how these must reflect the voices, experiences, and expertise of those impacted by climate change. We will also present the need for […]

Participate in the Clothing Swap at Sunset Village Plaza on Friday from 12 – 4pm. We encourage you to bring clothing with you but you’re welcome to take free items provided by Good Clothes, Good People, Unravel, RefineLA, and Zero Waste UCLA!

The USC Schwarzenegger Institute, the UCLA Luskin Center, and the Los Angeles Business Council invite you to join the Los Angeles County Chief Sustainability Office for a discussion of the Los Angeles County Climate Vulnerability Assessment. Just over two years ago, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted the OurCounty Sustainability Plan, which set […]

Please join Staff Assembly and the campus Zero Waste Ambassadors in a discussion of how to reduce waste both at home and at work. The mission of the Zero Waste Ambassador team is to help communicate sustainability initiatives and build zero waste programs that serve the campus community. REGISTER HERE Presenters: Alejandra Chavez (she/they): Zero Waste […]

Environmentalists of Color Collective at UCLA (ECC) and UCLA’s Carbon Neutrality Initiative (CNI) are proud to present 2022's Climate Justice Forum! This event is open to members of the UCLA community. Please fill out this form by April 3rd, 11:59 pm to secure your spot. We'll be exploring whether it is realistic to navigate our […]

Horticulturist Jill Morganelli will cover the principles, history, science and the relationship to stewardship of biodynamics. Biodynamics is a holistic, ecological, and ethical approach to farming, gardening, food, and nutrition. Biodynamics is rooted in the work of philosopher and scientist Dr. Rudolf Steiner. Biodynamics has continued to develop and evolve since the 1920s through the […]

In Part II of the Climate Equity LA Series, we will explore how we center equity & justice in the co-design and implementation of climate adaptation plans, tools, and community resilience investments, and how these must reflect the voices, experiences, and expertise of those impacted by climate change. We will also present the need for […]

Free Family Friendly Event Food Trucks DJs & Dancing Children's Activities Green Tech Solutions Yoga Classes Sustainable Orgs & Vendors

As American communities are confronted by compounded and systematic challenges, we need new models to build resilience for all people. Communities that are connected and empowered are better off today and more able to respond and recover when disaster strikes. Why are communities fundamental to resilience, and how do we find, connect and support our […]

As the cycle of climate tech innovation and investment accelerates, emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine learning will continue to play a growing role in sustainable development. Join us for an engaging and inspiring day of conversations and collaboration centered around the planet and our technology’s place within it. This year’s Earth Summit […]

Dale Jamieson is a professor of environmental studies and philosophy at New York University, where he serves as director of the Center for Environmental and Animal Protection. He is affiliated with NYU’s schools of law, medicine and global public health, and has held visiting appointments at the National Center for Atmospheric Research as well as […]

In Part II of the Climate Equity LA Series, we will explore how we center equity & justice in the co-design and implementation of climate adaptation plans, tools, and community resilience investments, and how these must reflect the voices, experiences, and expertise of those impacted by climate change. We will also present the need for […]

The UT Steve Hicks School of Social Work EJET student organization presents the first annual Environmental Justice and Eco-Therapy Conference. The goal of the conference is to bring awareness and education to the UT campus community around issues of sustainability through an environmental justice and mental health lens. The speakers presenting at this conference will […]

The 1.5°C Symposium on Climate Change inspires the AEC community to solve climate change issues and become more harmonious with nature by pinpointing techniques and methodologies to enhance and improve project approaches and better co-exist together. Through expert speakers, we will explore diverse regenerative cultures, best practices for transitioning to a circular economy, re-examine how […]

UCLA's annual Earth Day Fair is held by E3's Earth Month Campaign. This year, our theme is Food Systems, and we aim to educate the community about food related issues and environmental concerns. We would love for you to join us in dedicating April to advocate for the right to clean, safe, and healthy communities […]

Biodiversity is the variety of plants, animals, and other species interacting with their environment to maintain the balance of nature. The goal of the bioblitz is to engage the public in making observations of biodiversity in Los Angeles. This bioblitz event will encourage observations of all wild plants and animals on iNaturalist, a community science platform. […]

Join us for the Opening Night on April 26th from 5 – 7pm at Kerckhoff Art Gallery for light refreshments, a chance to meet the artists, and an open mic night to share how you celebrate sustainability in your culture. Don’t forget to bring your own cup!

As Earth Month comes to a close, join B Lab, B Corps and climate justice leaders as we reflect on lessons learned on our journey toward climate and environmental justice. We will discuss what climate justice means to us on the individual, organizational and community levels; hear from leaders in the space about what is […]

Visit the Botanical Garden any time from 12pm-2pm to participate in an interactive stamp rally where you will visit some of the most iconic trees in the Garden and learn more about the importance of plants to our health and sustainability. Collect all eight stamps and you will have the chance to take home a […]