With both states and the federal government investing heavily in new hydrogen projects, hydrogen has re-emerged as a major topic of debate in climate, energy, and environmental justice circles. There are many unresolved questions about hydrogen, including the definition of green hydrogen, how to get hydrogen to where it is needed, and what its appropriate …
Americans are changing their minds about climate change in a positive direction. While many Americans report pro-climate views and support several climate policies, national action on climate change remains a challenge. This presentation will cover U.S. public opinion about climate change, and the challenges and opportunities for communicating with the public to promote more engagement …
Climate Change in the American Mind and Implications for Climate Change Communication Read More »
We want to be able to continue our planet preserving work, so we need to remain healthy grandmothers - which is why this is on our calendar of events. The idea of putting your oxygen mask on before putting one on your child. "Women’s bodies are not an elective.” EmilyJacobs, PhD, UCSB neuroscientist, shares her …
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Don't settle for dirty politics: The Ventura County Board of Supervisors' new conservative majority has negotiated a backroom deal to weaken Ventura county's public health and climate laws. In 2020, encouraged by the public, the Ventura County Board of Supervisors passed several precedent-setting, climate protecting, and community forward policies, including: The first health and safety buffer zone in …
A festival to spark your imagination that invites you to dream toward positive eco-futures. Visions2030 seeks to inspire people around the world to envision and forge more equitable, sustainable, and innovative futures by exploring and mobilizing the power of imagination and collaborating across disciplines and cultures. Visions2030 believes that by cultivating bold and transformative visions …
Gather at the state Capitol in Sacramento on September 17th to demand that our leaders, President Biden and Gov. Newsom, stop permitting fossil fuels, make a plan to phase out oil and gas and declare a climate emergency. Biden continues to approve fossil fuel projects on federal lands, outpacing Trump's permits. The Newsom administration has …
The United Nations is calling on world leaders to take real steps to lead us off fossil fuels to protect people and the planet. On September 20th in New York, the UN Climate Ambition Summit will gather world leaders to commit to phasing out fossil fuels. Before that event, on September 17th, thousands of us will …
Do you want to electrify your ride? We’re here to help! In this EV101 webinar you’ll learn about the benefits of EV over gas-powered cars and current EV makes/models. We’ll also break down incentives and rebates available that make owning/leasing an EV more affordable, the logistics of EV charging, and more. Presented in English with …
An international day of volunteer action, Coastal Cleanup Day offers community members a chance to give back to the beautiful beaches that make Santa Barbara County such a wonderful place to live. Get outside, enjoy nature, and remove marine debris from our beaches and waterways. Volunteers of all ages can participate at any of the …
Youth organizer Helen Mancini and longtime climate activist Bill McKibben, as well as a number of Elders who attended the “March to End Fossil Fuels” mass mobilization in NYC, will join the National Call to discuss the impacts of the mobilization and the outcomes of the UN Climate Ambition Summit and look toward what comes …
The Power of the People—Mobilizing for Climate Action Read More »
Join SBPL and Santa Barbara Urban Creeks Council for a special screening of the film "Bringing Back Our Wetland" for SB Creek Week. "Bringing Back Our Wetland" is a new documentary about about the restoration of the North Campus Open Space at UC Santa Barbara. Directed by Michael Love, "Bringing Back Our Wetland" was filmed …
Are you a student? Are you a teacher or an educator? Are you a parent? Or do you simply care about climate change? Then this event is for you. On September 28th, the Federal Reserve is hosting a Q&A session with educators from across the country. The Fed is our central bank, and it creates the …
Part of the Larry Rosenberg Memorial Speaker Series. Regenerative Agriculture, Sustainable Nutrition, Equitably Ecological Land-use, and Democratic Power are all part of the solution to the climate crisis. The panel, hosted by Elders Climate Action, ECA Mass Chapter, 350.org, and 350Mass, will highlight some of the technical/economic/political/practical challenges and opportunities that we need to honestly …
Creating Sustainable Systems: Soil, Carbon and Food Read More »
Join Third Act online for a momentous gathering where we'll pause to celebrate our achievements with special guests, music, and movement highlights. We’ll share campaign updates, what’s up next, and how you can plug in over the coming weeks and set our sights on the critical work that lies ahead. In a world where the …
