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“Arresting Science”: Film screening and panel discussion

CEC Environmental Hub 1219 State St., Santa Barbara, CA

Join us for a preview screening of a documentary from acclaimed filmmaker Holly Becker, “Arresting Science.” The film follows a group of climate scientists protesting fossil fuel investment. The panel features climate activist Steven Starr from the film, climate scientist Peter Kalmus (via video), filmmaker Holly Becker and UCSB professor emerita Catherine Gautier. This event […]

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How a New Climate Language Can Create a Compelling Story of Humanity’s Restoration of a Safe Climate

Webinar

An engaging and thought-provoking webinar featuring the eminent Herb Simmens, former Executive Director of the New Jersey State Planning Commission, and celebrating the launch of the second edition of his remarkable book, A Climate Vocabulary of the Future. Attendees and readers of this book will learn the importance of terms like:  guilt per gallon, comfort […]

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Hydrogen’s Role in the Clean Energy Economy

Webinar

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 […]

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Climate Change in the American Mind and Implications for Climate Change Communication

Zoom

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 […]

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Webinar – The Future of Conservation and Climate Progress

Zoom

This webinar is the first in a series of discussions on the future of conservation and climate progress. The featured guest is U.S. Senator Jon Tester (Montana), a trailblazer in environmental stewardship and bipartisan collaboration who has critical insights on the state of conservation policy. Joining Collin O’Mara of  the National Wildlife Federation Action Fund […]

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Unique Ways to Connect Kids and Teens to the Oceans Webinar

Webinar

How do we connect kids and teens to the ocean and empower them to act? Story–in all its forms. Unique ways to connect kids and teens to the ocean and engage them as science communicators. Humans are hard-wired to spin tales to create emotional connections that help us better understand the world. Join nonfiction storytellers […]

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Bridging the Divide With Dr. Katharine Hayhoe

Zoom

Third Act’s Faith Affinity Group extends an invitation for all of us to join Dr. Hayhoe, a world renowned atmospheric scientist, to discuss how we might reach across cultural divides and have values-based conversations about climate change. The interesting twist here is that Dr. Hayhoe is an evangelical Christian who, contrary to the popular conception […]

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The Third Annual Carbon Dioxide Removal Law & Policy Conference

Online Event

The theme for this year's conference is "From Proposals to Projects: The Emerging Carbon Removal Landscape in the US." The theme reflects the evolution of the CDR sector in the past few years from the largely notional, to a potentially very major player in helping the global community to confront climate change. The panels reflect […]

TISED Talk: Methane Emission from Abandoned Oil/Gas Wells

Zoom

Part of the Sustainability in Engineering and Design Seminar Series. Studies reveal that abandoned oil and gas wells are releasing methane, a potent greenhouse gas, into the atmosphere, potentially impacting our groundwater, soils, and ecosystems. To formulate cost-effective strategies for mitigating and managing the environmental and climate impacts of abandoned wells, it is crucial to comprehend […]

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The State of Climate Action in 2023

Presented by World Resources Institute. With the first Global Stocktake drawing to a close at COP28, governments must deliver a rapid response plan that accelerates climate action at a pace and scale not seen before. To support this process, this event provides the most comprehensive, sector-by-sector roadmap to close the GHG emissions gap and limit […]

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Elders for Sound Democracy Town Hall with Bill McKibben

Webinar

What’s Democracy Got to Do with Climate Action? Join the webinar for this conversation with Bill McKibben, one the most respected and influential environmental activists and familiar to many of us. McKibben was instrumental in founding 350.org and in September 2021, he launched Third Act mobilizing climate change activists, who are “experienced Americans” over sixty […]

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Bringing Energy Efficiency to Underserved Households: Examples to Emulate

Zoom Webinar

Energy efficiency can produce numerous economic, health, and environmental benefits, but most utility and third-party programs do not adequately serve the households that would stand to gain the most, such as renters and low-income households. Join us to learn about a new American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy (ACEEE) toolkit highlighting best practices for […]

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