Yesterday, Eaton Canyon was abuzz with purpose as 100 volunteers gathered to remove invasive shrubs at the kickoff of @laclimateweek .
Removing invasives like wild mustard and fountain grass is key to the beloved canyon’s post-fire recovery. This lets native shrubs—that are more climate-adapted and fire-resistant—thrive.
With helping hands from @californiavolunteers , @laworksnow , the LA Conservation Corps, and many others, the land was cared for with dedication, strength, and heart.
The Governor’s team also shared that paid opportunities in climate action, disaster response, and recovery are available. More info at CAServiceCorps.com.
As our director shared with volunteers and Eaton Canyon docents, many who have lost their homes:
“The seeds of hope you planted here today are what inspire LA County Parks to keep doing this work. You inspire me and give me hope because we CAN make a difference—and today you are doing that.”
#Eaton Canyon
#LACountyParks
#CAServiceCorps
#LAClimateWeek
We’re getting closer to LA Climate Week 2026 and we’ve got a lot of new faces here, so we wanted to reintroduce what we’re all about and the moment we’re stepping into together! 🌎✨
LA Climate Week brings together climate efforts already underway across Los Angeles, across neighborhoods, sectors, and daily life, into one shared week that helps people see the full picture of what climate action looks like here.
We understand climate as something that shows up far beyond emissions or technology. It’s present in housing and displacement, in public health, in food systems and labor, in access to safety and stability, and in immigration. These issues are deeply connected, shaping who is most exposed to harm and who is able to plan for the future.
At a time when many of our neighbors are facing uncertainty and real suffering, solidarity matters. Standing united with all those working to promote justice, safety, and belonging is part of how we design a livable climate future, together. So we invite you to be a part of this moment alongside us!
🗓️ Make your calendars for LACW2026, April 8-15!
🔗 Visit our link in bio for ways to get involved!
Tiny but mighty 🦋 It’s Endangered Species Day!
Once on the verge of extinction, the El Segundo Blue Butterfly is making a comeback thanks to hands-on volunteer work, educational programs, and environmental restoration initiatives that reconnect native habitat spaces.
In 1976, the pollinator became the first insect listed as endangered under the Endangered Species Act. Its survival depends entirely on the coastal dune ecosystems along the South Bay, where the butterfly’s host plant, sea buckwheat, grows.
In collaboration with SouthBay Parkland Conservancy @southbayparklandconservancy we spoke with Mary Simun – Vice President, educator, and biologist of South Bay Parkland Conservancy – about the nonprofit’s role in restoring the El Segundo Blue’s population and preserving our native landscape.
When we invest in local stewardship, we’re not just saving one species, but rebuilding entire ecosystems, one wingbeat at a time. 🌱
Even the smallest wings can carry the biggest story.
Swipe to learn more about the El Segundo Blue and how SouthBay Parkland Conservancy is connecting communities to conservation.
LA Climate Week opening and closing ceremonies celebrated community and the connections made throughout an incredible week of action. Filled with art, music, and reflection, the ceremonies recognized what we’ve created together and provided inspiration to build what’s next.
A huge thank you to The Ebell of Los Angeles and all of our partners who made these ceremonies, and the 2026 edition of LA Climate Week, a success!
🚨Ocean Voices Needed!🚨
Join us down in San Clemente on May 19th to defend our MPAs and coastal protections.
Where: Holiday Inn Express, 35 Via Pico Plaza, San Clemente, CA 92672
When: May 19th from 8:30 am-5 pm
Sign up by tapping and holding our QR code or through this link here: /forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfLRxp7XU17OIJVIWJ_DgYhUtM_0Tw6zztdcMi_XSD34BPAAg/viewform
#oceandefense #oceanhealth #marineprotectedareas
SOCAL: One week from today is the final opportunity for the public to weigh in on the future of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) along the South Coast.
The MPAs currently under review include Point Dume (Malibu), Farnsworth (Catalina), Point Vicente, Laguna Beach, and Cabrillo (San Diego).
Over the past few weeks, we’ve attended multiple public hearings — and one thing has become very clear: the conversation is often dominated by fishing industry voices, while perspectives from science, Indigenous communities, ocean recreation, conservation, diving, and everyday Californians remain underrepresented.
Our ocean belongs to all of us. Healthy marine ecosystems support biodiversity, recreation, coastal economies, climate resilience, and ways of life that make California special.
If the ocean has ever meant something to you — whether through surfing, diving, tidepooling, wildlife, research, photography, or simply knowing these places exist — we hope you’ll join us in San Clemente on Tuesday to speak up for the future of our coast.
#MarineProtectedAreas #CaliforniaCoast #OceanConservation #ProtectOurOcean #KelpForest
Join Jennifer Stretton, founder of the World Climate Relay, and Dr. Lara Ramdin, Programming and Content Leader at Los Angeles Climate Week, for a practical conversation on turning climate concern into real impact.
Jennifer will introduce the World Climate Relay - a global fundraising movement spanning more than 50 countries, uniting people through excercise to fund some of the world’s most effective climate solutions.
She will also explore why Giving Green’s Top Climate Nonprofits represent one of the most strategic opportunities for climate philanthropy today: research-backed organizations working to accelerate decarbonization, influence policy, and shift systems at scale.
Lara will then lead a live Q&A.
This session is for people who:
👉 Are curious about evidence-based climate giving and high-impact philanthropy
👉 Care deeply about climate change and want to move beyond conversation into meaningful action
👉 Are looking for an ambitious and energizing challenge for 2026
👉 Want to connect with a global community of thoughtful, high-agency people
👉 Want to turn movement into measurable global impact.
Link in bio to sign up!
What if saving the planet felt more like play? So many of us are burnt out, overwhelmed, maybe even a little hopeless. But play is how we push back. It sparks creativity, builds resilience, and opens us up to new ways of thinking, the kind we need to reimagine systems that are equitable, sustainable, and entirely new.
That’s what we tapped into at our first-ever Better Future Night last month as part of laclimateweek 🌍 We watched Climate California, listened to climate data turned into music, played board games and video games about solving the climate crisis, created art, explored Doughnut Economics through sound + meditation, and stepped into solarpunk futures together. Thanks to all of our amazing partners & co-hosts who made this night FUN, impactful and such a success! @charlesloi@climatecalifornia@rainestern@climatecooldown@ticklesaint
🎧DJs @iamdatenite@lovetheparadox@soundof.earth
🌮 Plant-based food from @homestate
💚 Hosted at the incredible @the.expo.la Thank you to everyone who joined us last month! We can’t wait to see you at the next Better Future Night! ➡️ TAP IN! If you’re feeling overwhelmed, but are looking for a way to tap into making a local impact, this is your invitation!
Learn more about joining the club with our link in bio.
finding ways to flow toward a better future 💙 One of our highlights from Earth Month was the LA River Crawl last month! Hosted by @lawclimateweek@frogtownarts@betterfutureclub and @soundofearth we had a great day connecting, learning and supporting local businesses all along the LA River! We hosted an interactive art installation called “Flowing Toward a Better Future”, inviting people to pause, imagine and share what they want to see along the LA River. Because building a better future starts with imagining one together. What community spaces would you like to see along the LA River or across Los Angeles? Let us know ⬇️
