SMC-Sustainability Center

Saturday September 14th - 8am-1pm
Join us during California Biodiversity Week at UCLA Stunt Ranch Santa Monica Mountains Reserve for a California Biodiversity Bioblitz!

When: Wednesday, September 11th, 6:00 pm
Where: Annenberg Community Beach House, 415 Pacific Coast Hwy, Santa Monica, CA 90402

A guided tour of the dunes will take place at 5:30pm for the first 25 people who sign up using the registration link below. The tour will take place 30 minutes before the networking portion of the Climate Resiliency event. The tour is only for those who are also going to the Climate Resiliency event. Please do not take a tour spot if you are not also going to the event.

This is a FREE event, however registration is required. Space is limited.

REGISTER HERE
https://www.sustainableworks.org/santa-monica-climate-resiliency-designing-strategies-for-the-next-30-years/

LA Climate Week is almost here! (9/8-9/15) There are lots of events scheduled and we hope you can join us. Here is the link to LACW and the calendar of events:

https://laclimateweek.com
https://lu.ma/LAClimateWeek

There will also be a climate town hall in West Hollywood on Monday 9/9 at Fiesta Hall. https://lu.ma/0qp9c2z2

Get your GoPass for unlimited rides across 13 transit agencies in LA. It's free, if you've paid your Student Benefits fee.

Metro GoPass Informational Video (English) With a Metro GoPass, students at participating schools can ride for free. Metro offers students at participating K-12 schools and community colleges a GoPass...

Want to help solve the climate crisis and work on the ocean? Learn about Aquaculture and how it can help heal the ocean, sequester carbon, and reduce cow burps while providing healthy protean that is grown locally. A few seats are still available in Aqua 1 and Aqua 2.

Learn to be an Ocean Farmer! SMC is offering 2 new Aquaculture classes this spring (starting Feb 12th) to help train the workforce that will produce healthy, local, sustainable seafood and valuable ocean-derived ingredients, and to help endangered aquatic habitats recover, while providing powerful climate solutions.
Gain a competitive edge - through hands-on fieldwork, lab experience, and paid internships - to secure a job in this new industry off of our LA coastline. Get enrolled in Aqua 1 and Aqua 2 here. www.smc.edu/aquaculture

Reposting, because elections are coming in 72 days, and voting for climate leaders is the best chance we have at this point.

Opinion: I’m a climate scientist. If you knew what I know, you’d be terrified too | CNN Climate scientist Bill McGuire writes on his conundrum: what’s happening to our planet scares the hell out of him—but if he shouts the unvarnished truth from the rooftops, will that inspire you to act or to give up?

SMC Sustainability Video Compilation - 2024 www.smc.edu/sustainability

Free online Climate training from Al Gore and the Climate Reality Project.

Climate Reality Virtual Training This fall, learn how you can make a just clean energy future a reality by joining the Climate Reality Leadership Corps virtual training with former US Vice President Al Gore.

SMC's Fashion Department Chair, Lorrie Ivas will be speaking at our local Salvation Army thrift shop this Saturday. Stop by to get 50% off your shopping and hear about how she has taught sustainability through the renowned SMC Fashion Program.
Santa Monica College

Did you know you can earn a noncredit sustainability certificate this FALL semester for FREE*.
Classes are taught online and are pass / not pass.

Only three required classes. Enroll now!
SST 901 - Fundamentals of Sustainability (section 7079)
SST 904 - Sustainability Assessment (section 7080)
SST 906 - Introduction to Clean Technologies (section 7081)

Learn more: smc.edu/sst
Questions? call (310) 434-3453
Santa Monica College

Interested in sustainability and joining the green workforce? You can earn a Department Certificate in as little as one semester! Start this Fall!
Enroll in RRM1 - Introduction to Recycling & Resource Management (section 4206) and RRM2 - Culture & Zero Waste (section 4207) now! Classes start 8/26.

Complete your Department Certificate during the second Fall session by enrolling in RRM 3: Resource Management & Zero Waste for Communities (section 4208) and RRM 4: RM & Zero Waste for Business (section 4209) classes start 10/21.

Learn more at: SMC.edu/STP (link in bio)

USGBC just launched sustainability education for those who work in the Film/TV, Music and Live Sports industries. Each of these areas have immense power in front of and behind the camera/stage. If you know anyone working in these fields, from executives, directors, writers, producers, crew, music engineers and art directors, get them to consider this certificate. They have the power to influence millions in a positive way.

First Entertainment Sustainability Certification for Workers Launches from USGBC-CA - USGBC-CA Discover the latest in sustainability and green building practices on our blog. Stay informed with industry insights, expert tips, and trends. Explore our blog now and stay ahead in creating a greener, more sustainable future.

Protecting the Amazon / Challenges & Triumphs. Followed by a Q&A and Networking Opportunity.

Keynote presentation by Atossa Soltani, Director of Global Strategy.

Friday July 26th - 12:15pm.
Join via Zoom.
https://smc-edu.zoom.us/j/84626824916

Join us for a volunteer workday at Marine Park Community Garden on Saturday, July 27th, from 9-11 AM!

Stop by to help paint compost bins, clean up garden beds, and spend some time outside.

Free Live Scan fingerprinting services will also be available for anyone interested in becoming a regular City of Santa Monica volunteer.

Please sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/5eww5nc8

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¡Únase a nosotros para un día de trabajo voluntario en el Jardín Comunitario de Marine Park el sábado 27 de julio de 9 a 11 a.m.!

Pase para ayudar a pintar los contenedores de abono, limpiar las camas del jardín y pasar un tiempo al aire libre.

Los servicios gratuitos de huellas dactilares de Live Scan también estarán disponibles para cualquier persona interesada en convertirse en un voluntario regular de la Ciudad de Santa Mónica.

Por favor, regístrese aquí: https://tinyurl.com/5eww5nc8

Paid opportunity connecting youth, ages 18-24, to careers in Cleantech.

Virtual programming meets twice a week from 4:00pm- 6:30pm, with occasional onsite field trips. (160 hours total; $17.28/hourly)

Join an info session on Thurs. 7/18 at 5pm.

https://cleantechacademy.org/how-to-apply

AltaSea's Blue + Green webinar series:
https://altasea.org/webinars/

Featuring “Career Pathways in Aquaculture” on July 16th at 3:00 pm. To access the event, all students can register here.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/blue-green-s4-career-pathways-in-aquaculture-tickets-926242435057?aff=oddtdtcreator

Tomorrow!

Recyclo-pedic Knowledge From conducting “waste audits” to demystifying the “magic” of vermiculture, Kenny Derieg spends all-day, every-day making SMC a little greener.

Eco-Action Weekly Meetings are held on Tuesdays at the Sustainable Center. The address is 1744 Pearl Street from 11:30am-12:30pm.

Clothing Drive at Santa Monica College Associated Students of Santa Monica College Wednesday May 29th from 10am-3pm

Date: June 8
Time: 3PM
Location: Tongva Park
Tickets*: https://dsdancers.com/warming
* while the event is free, registration is required

Donna Sternberg & Dancers is gearing up to present our latest project, Warming, and I couldn't be more excited to share the details with you.

Warming isn't just your average dance performance, it's a captivating exploration of our relationship with the earth and the urgent issue of climate change. Set against the stunning backdrop of Tongva Park, this site-specific dance promises to celebrate the beauty of our planet while also shedding light on the impact of climate change on our environment.

Partnering with Sustainable Works, an organization dedicated to fostering healthier communities and promoting environmental stewardship, Donna Sternberg & Dancers has crafted a truly immersive experience that combines artistry with scientific data. As you follow the dancers through different locations within the park, you'll be treated to mesmerizing dance sequences that are not only visually stunning but also deeply meaningful.

But the experience doesn't end with the performance itself. Following the show, there will be a discussion where you'll have the opportunity to learn more about how we can all play a part in supporting environmental sustainability and combating climate change.

So, if you're looking for a unique and impactful way to spend an afternoon, I highly encourage you to join us for Warming. It's not just a performance, it's an experience that will stay with you long after the end of the performance.

On Bike Day, Thursday May 16, enjoy free 30-minute rides with promo code 051624. Select 1-Ride at any Metro Bike Share kiosk, online or in the app and enter the code at checkout. This code can be redeemed multiple times throughout the day. A debit or credit card is required. Rides longer than 30 minutes are $1.75 for each additional half hour. Electric Bike fees are waived. Temporary credit card holds may apply.
There’s more — throughout the entire month, Metro Bike Share is offering a Bike Share 30-Day Pass for just $1. Sign up online, using the Metro Bike Share mobile app or taptogo.net/metrobikeshare, and use promo code BIKEMONTH24.

Hey everyone :) !!! The Eco Action Club will be hosting Cleanups & Picnics at the Pier in partnership with Heal the Bay. If you plan on joining, please email [email protected] for more info.

Santa Monica College unveils microforest on campus Nick Zucevic reports from Santa Monica College, which became the first community college in the country to unveil a new microforest on its campus, which shou...

National Bike Day
Thursday May 16, 2024
8 - 10 a.m.
1616 17th Street (near Colorado St. and the Expo Train Station)

Join SMC Bike Club & Movember at our pitstop. Stop by to fill up on coffee and enjoy a pastry or bagel and some fun swag.
Minor bike issues will be looked at and fixed, if possible using the tools we have.

Email: [email protected]

Free bike repair assistance at Bikerowave (opens in new window) on Venice Blvd and Centinela Blvd.
(Must have SMC student ID)

SMC planted the first Micro Forest at any community college in the nation. Check out the news story from KCAL 9

Santa Monica College unveils microforest on campus Nick Zucevic reports from Santa Monica College, which became the first community college in the country to unveil a new microforest on its campus, which shou...

Volunteers needed to help with John Adams Middle School (JAMS) Regenerative Garden this Saturday, May 11th, 9am - 12pm. We will be cleaning up 7 raised beds, building some screened boxes and composting. Meet on 17th Street between Pearl and Ocean Park Blvd, by the field. Bring gloves and a hat! Thanks!

We’re proud to partner with USGBC California for the California Green Building Conference to work together towards a greener future for all 🤩. Explore the latest developments in green building, innovative products and companies, and enjoy socializing with our community!

The California Green Building Conference features:
💬 Insightful conversations: Table topics guided by field experts over lunch
💡 Workshop sessions and panel presentations
🤝 Unparalleled Networking: Network with over 2,500+ companies, advocates, and professionals, fostering collaboration and innovation in sustainability
📈 Career Advancement: Explore cutting-edge sustainable technologies, products, and services through interactive exhibits
🏆 Civic, Project, and Product Awards

Learn more about our part as we partner with USGBC California to make this amazing event possible and work towards accelerating action for a greener future 🌎

You can register at usgbc.ca/Conference24 USGBC California.

https://smmirror.com/2024/04/video-smc-to-be-the-first-community-college-with-a-microforest/

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