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Help us get the word out about the climate crisis and the great work the chapter is doing to address it.

The Marketing & Communications Committee manages the website, newsletter, and social media accounts for the chapter.

This will be a chance for you to meet the rest of the team, get updates, and work together to develop our marketing strategy.

We welcome new and returning volunteers to help generate ideas, increase our capacity, and share the workload. Experienced marketing and creatives folks are welcome, but no experience is necessary. If you want to help but can't make the meeting, please reach out to us via the contact form.

Click here to register for the Zoom meeting.

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You are invited to join this special election night edition of the LA Climate Reality Legislative Committee.

We will be giving a rundown of our priority bills that passed in the chamber of origin and we will talk about our advocacy strategies for passage of the bills when they arrive in the new chamber.

Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87194420210

More about the LA Climate Reality Legislative Committee: 

The mission of the Legislative Committee is to advance science-based climate policy at the local, state, and regional levels. We do this by educating our members, mobilizing climate leaders, building coalitions with partner organizations, and engaging directly with policymakers to support equitable, just, and effective climate solutions for California and beyond. Your participation helps turn climate urgency into real-world policy impact.

The LA Chapter Legislative & Policy Committee works with our partners at the San Fernando Valley Chapter, the Climate Reality California Coalition of Chapters, and Climate Action California.

Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87194420210

Your participation helps turn climate urgency into real policy impact; we look forward to building momentum together, both locally and nationally.

Our May chapter meeting guest will be R.J. Van Sant of California Trout. Van Sant leads the Malibu Creek Ecosystem Restoration Project, a California State Parks Summit-to-Seabed Ecological Restoration Project in Los Angeles County.  For background on the project, please read this blog post about the project: “How Dam Removal Can Help with the Climate Crisis” by Judi Uthus, Public Engagement Specialist, California Trout.

Meeting to be held via Zoom. Click here to register.

We’re working to keep this critical corridor thriving for wildlife. Restoration tasks can range from removing invasive species, planting native ones, sheet mulching, and more. 

Please bring water, sunscreen, and work gloves. We recommend wearing pants, long sleeves, and sturdy shoes. If available, feel free to bring any of the following tools: shovel, loppers, or trowel. Other tools and equipment will be available.⁠

Volunteers meet at 1966 Linda Vista Avenue, Pasadena. Street parking available – please use caution when crossing Linda Vista as cars drive by quickly around the bend.

To register click here.

Join SFLA on the beach at Rose Ave, Venice Beach from 9am-11am! They will be connecting to collect trash from our beloved California shorelines. Meet them on the sand in front of Rose Ave parking lot (1 Rose Ave, Venice, CA 90291) on the southeast/left end of the parking lot. Parking is $18 in the lot, we encourage walking, biking, carpooling, finding street parking, or getting to the lot early (parking is $9 before 8am).

Please note!:

-Gloves, grabbers, reusable trash bags, sunscreen, and a water refill station-are provided- just remember to bring a reusable water bottle!

-All participants (including children attending with adult guardians) must be registered individually by completing the sign-up here which includes our waiver.

To register click here.

Help maintain the trails at Rubio Canyon to preserve public access, restore impacted areas, and care for this unique and ecologically important landscape.

Please bring water, sunscreen, and work gloves. We recommend wearing pants, long sleeves, and sturdy shoes. If available, feel free to bring any of the following tools: McLeod, shovel, bow rake, pick mattock, folding saw, and loppers. Other tools and equipment will be available.⁠

Volunteers meet at the Loma Alta trailhead (1101 E. Loma Alta Drive).  Street parking is available. Please plan to arrive on time, as the crew will depart shortly after the scheduled start time and may be difficult to locate once on the trail. Cell phone service in the area is limited.

To register click here.

The Biodiversity and Ecosystems Committee is continuing to focus on 1) reducing use for artificial turf and 2) restoring native plants and our urban forest. Join this call to learn about and help us with this work.

Meeting to be held via Zoom. Please click here to register.

Join the NPCA on May 27 for a virtual Park Talk to learn how to plan your best national park visit yet. You’ll hear from NPCA staff about how changes to reservation systems and increased visitation might impact your visit and learn tips to help you plan in advance to ensure you have an enjoyable and memorable visit. Attendees will learn about the kinds of activities you can participate in when you arrive – from scenic hikes to fly fishing – along with practical advice with how to explore responsibly whether you’re adventuring in the deserts of the southwest or the forests of the southeast. And finally, we’ll share how you can use your voice to ensure that parks are protected and that parks have the staff and resources they need to thrive.

To register for this free Zoom click here.

The Legislative Committee meets on the fourth Monday of each month.

This session, our committee is focused on five key pillars: 

• Clean Energy & Decarbonization: Championing bills like SB 222 and SB 868 to streamline heat pump permitting and expand "plug-and-play" balcony solar access for renters and multifamily residents.

• Water Security: Strengthening regional resilience through AB 2026, which accelerates groundwater recharge during wet seasons.

• Environmental Justice: Pushing for enforceable limits on nitrogen pollution (AB 2447) and establishing health-based standards for toxic hydrogen sulfide (SB 58) to protect our frontline communities.

• Accountability: Demanding transparency from large energy users via AB 1577, requiring data centers to report monthly energy and water consumption.

• Biodiversity: Advocating for the California Grizzly Restoration Act (SB 1305) and protecting critical monarch butterfly habitats (AB 2254).

Our strength lies in grassroots advocacy and over the course of the summer, we intend to make "clear asks" of our state representatives to champion these solutions.

Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4596720482?omn=89304958795

More about the LA Climate Reality Legislative Committee: 

The mission of the Legislative Committee is to advance science-based climate policy at the local, state, and regional levels. We do this by educating our members, mobilizing climate leaders, building coalitions with partner organizations, and engaging directly with policymakers to support equitable, just, and effective climate solutions for California and beyond. Your participation helps turn climate urgency into real-world policy impact.

The LA Chapter Legislative & Policy Committee works with our partners at the San Fernando Valley Chapter, the Climate Reality California Coalition of Chapters, and Climate Action California.

Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4596720482?omn=89304958795

Your participation helps turn climate urgency into real policy impact; we look forward to building momentum together, both locally and nationally.

The Water and Energy Committee meets on the third Friday of the month at 3:30pm.

Join us to learn about water conservation and the clean energy transition in Los Angeles and how you can help make these systems more sustainable and resilient.

Meeting via Zoom. No registration required - click here to join: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82390645850

The Urban Agriculture Network is a US-based group focused on urban food system issues, sharing insights across cities — because food is a climate issue.

We Zoom on third Wednesdays from 1-2 PM Pacific time. To register click here.

Climate Reality Local Training Event: Los Angeles, California

​Join us in person in Los Angeles on May 17 for a fast-paced leadership training. Connect with fellow advocates in your area and get a crash course on the science, the solutions, and the practical skills to confidently push for high-impact climate action.

You’ll get the latest on climate science and solutions straight from former Vice President Al Gore, explore issues and opportunities for progress close to home, and start taking action. Give us a day, and we’ll give you the tools, network, and know-how to make a difference. 

​NOTE: This local training event will feature Mr. Gore's presentation via a recorded video. Mr. Gore will not be present onsite at the event.

​By completing a local training, you’ll also complete the first step to joining the Climate Reality Leadership Corps, with opportunities to complete your training online and at your own pace.

Transit: the training is close to the Palms Metro station in the Palms neighborhood of Los Angeles.

Space is limited! To RSVP click here.

Navigating the Bureaucratic Hurdles of Sustainability Projects & Westwood Greenway Saturday
Join LA Neighborhood Council Sustainability Alliance at the Westwood Greenway for a conversation about the bureaucratic hurdles of sustainability projects and how we can navigate them. Learn how this special park captures stormwater, supports biodiversity, and builds climate resilience. Stick around afterward to help steward the Westwood Greenway by removing invasive plants and making room for native plants to thrive.

Learn more and RSVP at ncsa.la/westwood_greenway_05_16_2026.

Schedule (Drop in for whatever portion you want)

• From about 12 to 1: a conversation about HOW TO NAVIGATE BUREAUCRATIC HURDLES OF SUSTAINABILITY PROJECTS. Bring your stories, lessons learned, and questions, and listen to ours!

• From about 1 to 1:30: tour the Westwood Greenway to learn more about how it was created, how it helps prevent water pollution, and what native plants have been restored at the site.

• From about 1:30 to 3:30: help clear out invasive non-native plants to help the greenway thrive. Volunteers will be divided into teams with tasks for all levels of physical ability, and no prior experience is needed. 

Learn more and RSVP at ncsa.la/westwood_greenway_05_16_2026.

The San Fernando Valley Climate Reality Project meets monthly via zoom on the Second Tuesday at 7pm. Click here to register for their meetings. And check out their YouTube channel for recordings of past meetings.

At their next meeting, the SFV chapter will host Devon Provo from Accelerate Resilience LA (ARLA) will share the recently released DepaveLA report: the first-ever comprehensive pavement analysis to map every paved surface across LA County. Excess pavement directly contributes to extreme heat, stormwater runoff, flooding, and ecological degradation, with disproportionately severe impacts on frontline communities. As climate adaptation accelerates in LA County, removing unnecessary pavement is no longer a fringe idea but an urgent need.

Click here to register for the meeting.

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Help us get the word out about the climate crisis and the great work the chapter is doing to address it.

The Marketing & Communications Committee manages the website, newsletter, and social media accounts for the chapter.

This will be a chance for you to meet the rest of the team, get updates, and work together to develop our marketing strategy.

We welcome new and returning volunteers to help generate ideas, increase our capacity, and share the workload. Experienced marketing and creatives folks are welcome, but no experience is necessary. If you want to help but can't make the meeting, please reach out to us via the contact form.

Click here to register for the Zoom meeting.

Follow us on social media: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | Bluesky

The One Ocean Film Tour Volume 5 (2025-2026) is a series of short films focused on marine adventure, ocean conservation, and inspiring stories. This global film tour showcases international documentaries on diving, surfing, sailing, environmental protection and underwater exploration. We invite you to engage in these captivating narratives and immerse yourself in this spectacular visual journey.

We will feature nine films, including SOULS, a memoir of six individuals dedicated to the ocean, Koholā, exploring humpback whales’ in Hawaii in the aftermath of the Lahaina wildfires, and Corals’ Last Stand, highlighting the threatened Scott Reef.

To get tickets click here.

Join LA Compost at Summer Sounds at Woodbridge Park on May 2nd, 2026. Come enjoy live jazz music, family-friendly activities, and food from local vendors! Here, you’ll get the chance to meet our team, learn about reducing your food waste and ways to get involved in community composting in LA!

The first 500 people to visit the Studio City Chamber of Commerce booth will receive a free tote bag loaded with discounts and perks from local businesses in the neighborhood!

Learn more about the event here.

The Aquarium of the Pacific hosts a monthly habitat restoration event at the Los Cerritos Wetlands. This is your opportunity to visit and learn about our local wetlands, help the environment, and support the Aquarium of the Pacific.

The Los Cerritos Wetlands Stewardship Program is working to restore 66 acres of wetlands owned by the Los Cerritos Wetlands Authority. These wetlands occupy habitat in two cities, Long Beach and Seal Beach, and two counties, Los Angeles and Orange. The program’s ongoing restorative activities have included removing non-native plants, collecting seeds from rare plants for later use, and collecting trash.

Restoration will focus on non-native weed removal and rare native plant conservation. These events will be led by trained naturalists and local educators, offering a great opportunity for local residents to learn more about the Los Cerritos Wetlands, while getting hands-on involvement with the restoration.

To learn more and register click here.

Kuruvungna Springs, also known as the Gabrieleno Tongva Springs, is a sacred site that supported and continues to support the thriving Tongva people.

The site welcomes visitors and volunteers on the first Saturday of each month between 10am and 3pm to see and sustain this sacred space. Volunteers are generally asked to assist in gardening and landscaping initiatives, so bring your own gloves and gardening tools if you can.

Please join fellow members of LA Climate Reality in accepting this gracious invitation and actively engaging in the maintenance and upkeep of this beautiful indigenous space. LA Climate Reality co-chair Andy Hattala plans to be there between 10am and 12pm.

Click here to learn more about Kuruvungna Springs.

Celebrate Arbor Day, Earth Day, and International Composting Week with Enviro-fest!

Attendees can take home with free resources like compost and fruit trees, and enjoy interactive activities such as a sustainable resource fair, clothing swap, and more. Look for our booth for interactive ways to learn about compost and get involved in community compost efforts in LA.

To learn more and register click here.

Note: The April meeting of the Resilient Food Systems committee has been canceled.

The Resilient Food Systems Committee meets on the last Wednesday of the month at 7pm.

The focus of the committee: Building resilient food systems is essential to addressing the climate crisis. From urban farms and community gardens to sustainable agriculture and reduced food waste, we have the power to transform how we grow, distribute, and consume food in Los Angeles and beyond. By strengthening local food networks, we can reduce our carbon footprint, improve food security, and create healthier, more equitable communities. Our committee works to promote solutions that nourish both people and the planet.

The Legislative Committee meets on the fourth Monday of each month. We invite everyone to join us for our April Legislative Committee meeting, where we will present our legislative priorities for 2026.

Agenda

• Welcome & Acknowledgments: Formal recognition of the dedicated review teams from the LA and SFV Chapters.

• 2026 Priority List Presentation: A comprehensive review of our selected priority bills for the current session.

• Advocacy Strategy & Next Steps: Planning for legislative meetings and public promotion of our priority list.

Zoom link — https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4596720482?omn=82908525726

About the LA Climate Reality Legislative Committee: 

The mission of the Legislative Committee is to advance science-based climate policy at the local, state, and regional levels. We do this by educating our members, mobilizing climate leaders, building coalitions with partner organizations, and engaging directly with policymakers to support equitable, just, and effective climate solutions for California and beyond. Your participation helps turn climate urgency into real-world policy impact.

The LA Chapter Legislative & Policy Committee works with our partners at the San Fernando Valley Chapter, the Climate Reality California Coalition of Chapters, and Climate Action California.

Zoom link — https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4596720482?omn=82908525726

Your participation helps turn climate urgency into real policy impact; we look forward to building momentum together, both locally and nationally.

In April, our chapter will be hosting a free picnic and tour of the California Botanic Garden in Claremont.

Where: California Botanic Garden in Claremont., 1500 N College Avenue, Claremont CA 91711.  

When: Sunday, April 26 at noon.

Picnic lunch provided by LA Climate Reality from 12 - 1.

Guided botanic garden tour starting at 1pm. You must arrive by 1pm to go on the Botanic Garden tour (we have to enter the garden as a group).

Admission to California Botanic Garden will be covered by LA Climate Reality. If you have an LA County Library or LA Public Library card, please bring it to help us save money on the entrance fee.

The tour will be a 3-4 mile hike but it is a very easy hike on flat (mostly paved) surfaces. Bring a hydration pack or reusable water bottle.

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Celebrate the paperback release of Dr. Ayana Johnson’s New York Times bestselling book What If We Get It Right?: Visions of Climate Futures at a special after-hours event at La Brea Tar Pits. Live DJ sets, hands-on workshops, plus plenty of opportunities to connect with local environmental non-profits at the Climate Action Meet and Greet. Grab bites from local food trucks, enjoy drinks from the bar, and take part in the Climate Solutions Costume Show, where you can show off your eco-creativity by dressing as your favorite climate solution! 

To learn more and get tickets click here.

Join us at Clover Park on Saturday, April 25th from 12–2:30 PM for a bring-your-own-picnic, as we celebrate the 100th anniversary of Santa Monica’s original Great Park, once known as Clover Field Park, purchased with a Park Bond in 1926.

Pack your own picnic lunch, plus chairs or a blanket, and show up for Great Park connection and community. We’ll offer free hot dogs, soft drinks, and cupcakes. There will be face painting for the kids, as well as sports and art activities for all! Take home pollinator plant seedlings to support bees, butterflies, and a healthier local ecosystem. Pups can pose in our Great Park bandanas at the photo spot; opt in to have your furry friend featured in our “Dogs of the Great Park” E-blast and on social media.

Come meet the Great Park Coalition board and  your fellow park advocates, and enjoy a great afternoon together.

To register click here.

Join us LA Waterkeeper a family-friendly event where we'll roll up our sleeves and tackle the aftermath of the rains, clearing away debris and revitalizing the riverbanks!

Your help is crucial in making the LA River a healthier and more beautiful place for all to enjoy. Not only will you be removing harmful debris, but you'll also have the opportunity to learn about the river's rich history, assist in water quality tests with LA Waterkeeper, and take home native seed bombs to support local pollinators.

Don't miss out on this rewarding experience filled with community, learning, and making a real difference for our environment.

To register click here.

The City and LA County Library, in partnership with Pepperdine University, will present the Earth Month special edition of the 2026 Malibu Library Speaker Series featuring leading climate change advocate, author, and journalist Bill McKibben. The event will highlight McKibben’s work on global climate solutions and provide the community with an opportunity to engage with one of the world’s leading voices on environmental action.

No RSVP needed. Click here to learn more.

Celebrate sustainability at CSU Dominguez Hills from 9 am to 3 pm, with interactive activities and giveaways, plus connect with 30+ organizations dedicated to environmental action on campus and across Los Angeles.

• Shop fresh & local at the weekly CSUDH Farmers Market


• Honor sustainability leaders at the Green Hero Ceremony 


• Play Earth Day Booth Bingo for a chance to win eco-friendly prizes

• Network with sustainability organizations to explore volunteer, internship, and career opportunities!

To learn more and RSVP click here.

At our April 19 chapter zoom meeting we will get a preview of our upcoming tour of California Botanic Garden with a short presentation on why native plants are connected to climate work.

We’ll also discuss planning for the Climate Reality Project training coming up on May 17 in Los Angeles.

Meeting to be held via Zoom. Please click here to register.