Filmed on location in Peru, Colombia and Brazil, the documentary Stepping Softly on the Earth (2022) provides a vision for a possible future for humanity, with an alternative to destruction that is based on the ancestral life of native populations. The film focuses its narrative on three Indigenous leaders who are survivors of the capitalist...

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed two landmark climate disclosure bills into law, SB 253 and SB 261. These bills will require thousands of public and private companies that do business in the state to report all greenhouse gas emissions and climate-related financial risks. Join California state Senators Scott Weiner (SB 253) and Henry Stern...

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This panel will feature accomplished women alumni who have blazed trails in the sustainability arena. Their experience, expertise, and success stories will inspire and empower fellow alumnae, current students, and aspiring professionals. What to Expect: -Panelists will discuss their sustainability journey, the challenges they’ve overcome, and the path to success. -They will share insights and...

DataX presents Professor of Information Studies, Ramesh Srinivasan, in conversation with an interdisciplinary set of UCLA professors focused on environmental issues such as climate change and their intersection with questions of justice and voice in relation to the proliferation and use of big data. This new series will feature a hallmark event each quarter! Registration...

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Energy poverty, gender inequality, and climate change are three of the gravest threats that face people and planet alike. Decentralized renewable energy access is precisely the kind of solution that will deliver a Just Energy Transition and bring power to the people in the Global South as well as communities in the Global North. Yet,...

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Exploring Your Universe (EYU) is an all-ages science festival at the UCLA Court of Sciences and the largest science outreach event at UCLA. We will be hosting science booths and science talks with subjects ranging from astronomy, biology, geology, chemistry, sustainability, psychology, and more! All activities are interactive experiences led by experts and scientists and...

The global water crisis—the result of decades of mismanagement, population growth, and climate change—is getting worse, and so are the financial risks facing companies. It's clear: corporate water management approaches must adapt to the changing state of water resources. The new Valuing Water Finance Initiative benchmark assesses where 72 companies from four water-intensive industries—food, beverage,...

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$369 billion is set to be invested in the transition to a clean energy economy via the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), and reaching net zero will require innovative legal and policy frameworks. Join the Georgetown Climate Center, the Environmental Law Institute, and the Georgetown Environmental Law and Policy Program for this day-long conference including keynote...

The research and teaching conducted in university laboratories often has an outsized impact on a campus’ carbon footprint, due to the energy-intensive nature of lab air quality requirements, as well as the emissions associated with the building and operations. Water-intensive processes and hard-to-recycle wastes also challenge lab sustainability managers. To improve energy and water efficiency,...

UCLA Anderson Outdoor Adventure Club (OAC) is thrilled to invite you to the next event in our Embracing Diversity Series: Representation in the Outdoors! This event will feature a panel of incredible community leaders: Jude Glenn and Sarina Pizzala from Queer Mountaineers, Christian La Mont from Latino Outdoors (“Yo Cuento” Initiative), and Jorge Vallecillos from...

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...

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...

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

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...

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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,...

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

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....

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...

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...

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...

The scientific properties of hydrogen enable clean energy production and storage, businesses involved in the hydrogen sector drive economic growth and diversification, and the social value of hydrogen lies in its ability to reduce environmental impact, provide energy access, and contribute significantly to mitigating climate change. Embracing hydrogen technologies thus represents a powerful convergence of...

As part of a public learning series, discover how whole-system gardens are a potent approach to the challenges of a changing climate. Join the UCLA Mathias Botanical Garden and Shawn Maestretti, the founder and principal landscape architect of Studio Petrichor, as he invites us to rethink our connection with the land by tapping into Nature’s...

Join a special lunch & learn to delve into the trajectory of climate policy after the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). What effects has the IRA had and what do we expect down the road? How is it affecting regulatory initiatives by EPA and the states? Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into the...

Join the Los Angeles Climate Reality Project for our monthly chapter meeting, with guest Ed Begley, Jr. Ed Begley, Jr. has moved easily between feature, television, and theater projects. Among many feature films, Ed has been seen in Amsterdam and a number of Christopher Guest films, such as Best In Show. He has also had...

Join an exciting online discussion with Erik Hansen (Workday), Rafael Broze (Microsoft), Hannah Bebbington (Frontier & Stripe), and Elizabeth Troein, PhD (Carbontech Consulting) about how more companies of all sizes can purchase durable and scalable carbon removal solutions. Learn how leaders approach carbon removal purchasing, how to gain internal support for removals, and where carbon-neutrality...

Occidental College and OXY ARTS are pleased to present Oxy Live!, a conversation series highlighting a diverse lineup of cultural luminaries at the forefront of their fields. Hosted by acclaimed interviewer and cultural interlocutor Paul Holdengräber. Writer, historian and activist Rebecca Solnit is the author of twenty-five books on feminism, environmental and urban history, popular...

Join Terra.do for this special keynote address from Dr. Sarath Guttikunda on climate change’s effect on air quality on both the urban, regional, and global scales. Dr. Sarath will explore how local data from monitoring and modeling studies were a key factor in climate policy efforts in India and beyond. REGISTER HERE

As the recently retired CEO of EVgo, Cathy Zoi has an incredible set of insights about U.S. efforts to electrify our transportation sector. EVgo is among the nation’s largest fast-charging network for electric vehicles serving 140 million Americans living within 10 miles of an EVgo charger. Prior to her time at EVgo, Zoi created several...

This year, Held v. Montana—the only constitutional climate litigation to go on trial in the United States—was brought by Our Children’s Trust on behalf of children. The Held case was tried in state judicial district court in Helena, Montana, in June 2023. On August 14, the judge ruled in favor of the plaintiffs in this...

Celebrate the season, and see the UCLA Botanical Garden all decked out! Learn about the histories of toyon, marigolds, and kumquats in holiday traditions around the world. De-stress in nature with snacks and a holiday hangout. Looking for a gift for your friends and family? There will be a pop-up plant sale and Garden merchandise.

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