The Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (LCI) is excited to announce the upcoming release of the Vulnerable Communities Platform (VCP) — a powerful new tool to support climate resilience planning across California.  

The VCP will help people see how climate change related extreme heat, flooding, sea level rise, drought and wildfire are expected to affect California communities and get connected to resources and expert guidance to assist in building resiliency. Agencies can use the VCP to identify communities that are most vulnerable to the impacts of climate change to inform outreach and funding strategies.

Join the webinar for an overview and walkthrough of the platform and its uses.

Register here.

Join Women+ In Green San Diego for an event showcasing climate resilience strategies and solutions in the San Diego region and beyond.

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The Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (LCI) is excited to announce the upcoming release of the Vulnerable Communities Platform (VCP) — a powerful new tool to support climate resilience planning across California.  

The VCP will help people see how climate change related extreme heat, flooding, sea level rise, drought and wildfire are expected to affect California communities and get connected to resources and expert guidance to assist in building resiliency.  Local governments and community-based organizations can use the platform to get an overview of their area’s vulnerabilities and pinpoint key challenges. 

Join the webinar for an overview and walkthrough of the platform and its uses.

Register here.

The City will host a virtual open house for developers on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 12 p.m. This session will provide information about the City’s TDM Ordinance and how the GoWeHo TMO program can support compliance and improve transportation options for everyone in West Hollywood.

Register here to join the open house for more information about the GoWeHo TMO program and to register for the open house.

The second expert briefing in this year’s “Climate Change and Human Mobility” series explores how climate and disaster impacts are affecting the costs of housing, insurance rates, and decisions by communities on whether to stay or relocate away from at-risk areas. Moderated by Doug Parsons, host of the America Adapts podcast, this panel will also assess how local- and state-level decision-makers might be able to better plan for disasters through more innovative land use, zoning, or related financial tools. 

Register here.

This training will provide climate benefits by teaching those who work directly with residents, homeowners, property managers and building owners to understand climate resilient options to make buildings more resilient to the increasing costly effects of climate change. This will help California achieve a carbon-neutral economy and workers will be at the center of this effort.

Register here.

The California Center for Sustainable Communities (CCSC) at UCLA, with support from the Los Angeles Regional Collaborative for Climate Action and Sustainability (LARC) at UCLA, has facilitated a series of workshops on data access related to distributed energy resource (DER) objectives. The final CPUC meeting will be on Coordination and Process.

Register here.

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) and the USDA Forest Service (USFS) are proud to announce a new interactive mapping tool to visualize urban tree canopy across California. This tool displays 2022 high-resolution (60cm) urban tree canopy for all 2020 Census designated urban areas in the state of California, as well as canopy-related change between 2018 and 2022.

This webinar will introduce the new California Urban Tree Canopy Viewer and Change Analysis, which will include a brief demonstration and overview of potential uses for the tool.

Register here.

This year, USGBC will host local government summits aimed at expanding their LEED for Cities network and deepening engagement with local governments and practitioners on a range of climate resilience, green building and sustainable development issues. These half-day convenings will provide a platform to share the recently updated LEED for Cities rating system and engage local leaders in our organization’s diverse programs.

Learn more and register here.

Help restore Manhattan Beach's coastal dunes! Volunteers will learn about coastal resiliency, help remove non-native iceplant, and plant and seed native dune species to increase coastal resiliency.

Tools and gloves will be provided. Wear close-toed shoes and bring water and sun protection.

Check in at the El Porto Parking Lot at the Marvin Braude Bike Trail and Rosecrans Ave.

Please arrive 10-15 mins early to allow time for check in.

RSVP here.

Join Move LA for a day of insightful discussions, community engagement, and networking with thought leaders and advocates focused on shaping the future of our region. This conference will bring together diverse voices to address pressing issues and explore innovative solutions that impact our communities.

Register here.

The Technical Advisory Council (TAC) to the Integrated Climate Adaptation and Resiliency Program (ICARP) invites you to participate in its Quarter 2 meeting of 2025! The Council is convening to discuss critical climate adaptation and extreme heat resilience efforts across the state. 

The public can participate in this meeting in-person or via Zoom.

The meeting agenda, materials and registration link are available here.

 If you have any questions, contact icarp@opr.ca.gov.

Sarah Schneider with the Cool Roof Rating Council will describe the co-benefits of cool surfaces, with a special focus on solar-reflective exterior walls.

The one-hour seminar will cover how materials are tested and rated; the important role of third-party ratings in compliance and enforcement; identifying products that qualify for LEED and Green Globes credits; development of codes and standards that prescribe the use of cool surfaces materials; and how technical innovation in product development has opened up the near limitless possibilities for capturing energy savings and boosting resilience through the building envelope.

Register here.

In a collaboration between Microsoft Philanthropy and LAEDC, SustainLA is excited to announce a pitch competition to foster innovation and support our entrepreneurial community.

Register for this webinar to learn about the SustainLA event, how to apply as a startup, and what to expect. Go to www.laedc.org/sustainla for more information.

Are you ready to explore the great outdoors? Do you want to feel prepared for unexpected emergencies?

⛺☀️ Join on Saturday, May 3 for a FREE Camping 101 and Emergency Preparedness Class hosted by Climate Resolve, Tim Jones, and The Climate Initiative! All are welcome!

🚨🥾 Whether you’re a first-time camper or looking to refresh your skills, this hands-on session will cover everything from camp setup to staying safe during emergencies. Lunch, transportation, parking, and giveaways will be provided!

Register today and follow Climate Resolve on Instagram to stay updated!

Registration closes April 29.

Learn all about watersheds, the City of Manhattan Beach's Ocean Protection projects, and how ocean protection intersects with us and the climate.

The short film will be screened during the Earth Day Celebration event approximately every 20 minutes, beginning at 1pm, in the Manhattan Beach Library Community Room.

Join the City of Manhattan Beach for an Earth Day Celebration with family-friendly fun and activities. The City is excited to partner with the Manhattan Beach Farmers Market and the Manhattan Beach Library to host environmental and sustainable education, resources, and activities on April 29 at the Earth Day Celebration to wrap up Earth Month.

The event will be held on the patio behind the Manhattan Beach Library (1320 Highland Ave). 

Take a stroll along the Marvin Braude Bike Trail and learn about the Dune Restoration Project, the 28th Street Infiltration Project, and how the City works to prevent trash and litter from entering our ocean. The bike tour will begin at 10am at the Manhattan Beach Pier and is expected to end around 11am at the Manhattan Beach Library to kick off the Earth Day Celebration event.

This event is BYOB - Bring Your Own Bike! E-bikes are welcome. Registration is required for all attendees, even those under 18 years of age.

Register here.

Join the City of Glendale’s Earth Day Fair for fun activities and celebrating a more climate resilient Glendale!

Visit GlendaleCA.gov/EarthDay for more information.

Please join the upcoming Community Air Monitoring Plan Meetings in the San Gabriel Valley! The California Air Resources Board, Aclima, and Day One are teaming up to measure air pollution, block-by-block, in El Monte, South El Monte, Bassett/Avocado Heights, La Puente, and Hacienda Heights.These two-part meetings are a great opportunity to:

• Share your experiences with air quality in your neighborhood

• Help decide where to monitor pollution levels

• Enjoy some delicious dinner (food will be provided!)

RSVP here: bit.ly/cleanairMATTERS

Join ESA’s team of federal permitting and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) experts as they recap the first 100 days of the Trump Administration’s policy actions and provide insights for navigating the changing procedures to keep infrastructure projects moving forward.

Register here.

The Transportation Conformity Working (TCWG) is a forum to support interagency coordination to maintain transportation conformity and help improve air quality in Southern California.

View the agenda here. Join virtually here.

Join the Climate Center at the fourth annual California Climate Policy Summit on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 in Sacramento. Collaborate with state decision-makers, elected officials, climate activists, environmental justice advocates, business leaders, scientists, and policy experts to build power across California in support of science-based climate policies. Learn what visionary climate leaders are doing to accelerate the equitable phase-out of fossil fuels, scale up carbon drawdown, and build a resilient and clean energy system. Engage in discussions about legislation and regulatory issues under debate in Sacramento. Connect with professionals pioneering critical climate strategies in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors.

Registration is required, please register here.

Register now for USGBC-CA’s Wildfire Defense for Landscape Professionals online training and certification on Wednesday, April 16th at 4:30PM through their Learning Center.

Register here.

The seventh annual UCLA Luskin Summit will focus on the rebuilding and recovery of the Los Angeles region following the devastation caused by the wildfires in January 2025. UCLA Luskin experts, in collaboration with community groups and government agencies, will share their research intended to guide the effort to expedite equitable recovery.

Learn more and register here.