Back in December, which feels like a lifetime ago, Alissa Walker booked the next Torched Talks as a conversation about the challenges of staging a megaevent in LA's extreme heat. While the Southern California wildfires have absolutely brought the dangers of extreme heat to the forefront, we certainly have more to talk about now than […]
Join us for an engaging talk by Kathryn McConnell on how communities transform in the aftermath of wildfire events.
Join us for a session that explores the question: How Can California Maximize Investment Benefits for Heat-Resilient Communities?
Join us on April 16 to look forward after the L.A. fires
Join us! UCLA Luskin young alumni will discuss their journeys in the sustainability sector
Hosted by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. This event will convene Water Science and Technology Board Members and experts to discuss the impacts of wildfires on water supply systems and waterways.
A documentary exploring housing inequity through the lives of mobile home residents
Join us for a webinar where we'll explore the newly launched Shade Map! Learn how this data is essential for heat planning, policy, and advocacy work.
Don’t miss the opening reception of Roots of Cool: A Celebration of Trees and Shade in a Warming World, a series of indoor and outdoor art installations hosted by the Descanso Gardens. Meet the curators Edith and Jolly de Guzman, and enjoy a no-host bar and live music.
Join curators Edith and Jolly de Guzman on July 12 at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. for a guided tour of the Roots of Cool exhibit, offering fresh perspectives and a deep dive into the theme of shade equity.
