Climate Science Alliance

Due to popular demand, we are excited to introduce an online training session focused on effective tips for finding and writing grants. With instruction from Elizabeth Cameron (Sacred Places Institute for Indigenous Peoples), Kurt Broz (Pala Band of Mission Indians), and Cliff Banuelos (Inter-Tribal Council of Nevada), this comprehensive program is designed to empower participants with the skills and confidence needed to write successful #grant proposals. 📅 Join us on Tuesday, August 13th from 10am - 12pm PT for "Mastering the Art of Grant Writing: Strategic Success and Purposeful Funding" ✅ For more information about the training, and how to register, visit the link below: https://lnkd.in/gt9WkPtu

Love to see it! California funders came together this week to talk climate, conservation and community resilience in coastal areas. Check out these pics from Tuesday's gathering of the Climate Funders’ Collaborative - part of TFN's Smart Growth California initiative - at San Diego's Kendall-Frost Marsh Reserve. During the gathering, funders: 🌊 Met with leaders from the ReWild Mission Bay Coalition to learn about efforts to enhance and restore the bay’s natural wetlands - which would mean cleaner water, greater climate resilience and increased carbon sequestration - and improve public access along the public bayfront. 🌊 Heard from partners working on the conservation of San Diego’s coastal lagoons, and other resilience efforts for our coastal communities. 🙏 Special thanks to: Jelani O. from the Builders Initiative for helping organize this session! Our speakers for sharing their time and insights: ✨ Travis Kemnitz & Andrew-Meyer, San Diego Audubon Society ✨ Amber Pairis, Climate Science Alliance   ✨ Serge Dedina, Ph.D., WILDCOAST ✨ Ana Gloria (Martha) Rodriguez, Tipey Joa Native Warriors ✨ Phillip Musegaas, San Diego Coastkeeper And members of our amazing Climate Funders' Collaborative Steering Committee who joined us for this event: ✨ Christiana DeBenedict (Co-Chair), San Diego Foundation  ✨ Marisa Aurora Quiroz, International Community Foundation  ✨ Andrea Sanchez Davidson, Resources Legacy Fund ✨ Kara Ballester, BQuest Foundation The Climate Funders' Collaborative supports funder learning and collaboration to promote healthy, equitable, and sustainable communities in the Baja, Imperial and San Diego Region. Follow the link below to learn more - or reach out to Smart Growth California director Ron Milam! bit.ly/3SAiokn

The Climate Science Alliance team is thrilled to welcome Amira Azoulay and Solana Herold as our 2024 Summer Interns!  🤳 Amira has joined the Alliance’s communications team to support media creation and content distribution about new climate resources.  🎒 Solana is working closely with the Director of Education and Engagement to support Climate Kids curriculum development and build Traveling Trunks and Explorer Backpacks. Get to know Amira and Solana on today’s blog! https://lnkd.in/dyp4yGWm

You might know Dr. Jeanette Starpine as our Director of Education and Engagement, but they also co-chair for #SheFest, a program of San Diego Pride that centers 2SLGBTQ+ women and non-binary people. Congrats to She Fest on your 10 year anniversary! 🎉 Learn more about tomorrow's event by watching Jeanette's interview with CBS 8 San Diego 🎥 https://lnkd.in/g-uDsBNU

Kelp forests around the world have been declining drastically due to climate change. Climate Science Alliance 2023 Small Grants recipient Rodrigo Beas led a project that engaged local divers and used small-scale actions for restoration. They built a diverse team, deployed underwater actions, and built a platform to further kelp forest preservation and restoration across the Californias. Learn more on our blog! 🌊 Los bosques de algas en todo el mundo han disminuido drásticamente debido al cambio climático. Rodrigo Beas, beneficiario de una pequeñas subvención del Climate Science Alliance en 2023, dirigió un proyecto que involucró a buceadores locales y utilizó acciones de pequeña escala para la restauración. Formaron un equipo diverso, implementaron acciones submarinas y construyeron una plataforma para promover la preservación y restauración de los bosques de algas en las Californias. ¡Aprende más información en nuestro blog! 🌊 Reef Check Foundation https://lnkd.in/g57Ftd8J

We're #hiring a Media and Communications Fellow! The Fellow will play an essential role in maintaining and growing the online presence of the Climate Science Alliance and its collaborative efforts. This full-time, 3-month fellowship is based in San Diego, California. Apply today or share this post with your network ☀

☀️ Join CCEEJ for a Community Conversation on Extreme Heat, Public Health, and Environmental Justice on Wednesday, June 26th at 2:00pm PST. The SDSU Center for Community Energy and Environmental Justice (CCEEJ), Public Health Alliance of Southern California, and Arizona State University are teaming up to host their first virtual Community Conversation. Hear from four community-based organizations that are focusing on extreme heat in their community and participate in this discussion. You will hear first-hand how organizations are tackling extreme heat challenges and what their visions are for the future of this work. This is a great opportunity to connect to and network with CBOs and other communities that share priorities and visions! Register at: https://lnkd.in/gfsRv_zX

📣 We’re hiring! The Climate Science Alliance is seeking a Media and Communications Fellow to play an essential role in maintaining and growing the online presence of the Climate Science Alliance and its collaborative efforts. This full-time, 3-month fellowship is based in San Diego, California. Share this announcement and apply today! Learn more on our blog.

After years of co-creation, the Resilient Restoration Portal was ready for its first preview. 🌿 The two-day training, held in April on Kumeyaay Lands at the Sweetwater Marsh reserve (part of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) San Diego National Wildlife Refuge), provided time to explore the research outputs carefully packaged in a user-friendly format. Maps and tools co-developed with San Diego State University and University of California, Riverside researchers explored climate projections for a suite of native plant species to better understand future scenarios for restoration and stewardship. Check out the blog below to learn more about the training event and what's next for Resilient Restoration as part of the Collaborative of Native Nations for Climate Transformation and Stewardship (CNNCTS)! https://lnkd.in/gVEpDU7V

Are you from or work for a Tribal or Indigenous community interested in #TechnicalAssistance? Learn more about the technical assistance services available through the SDSU Center for Community Energy and Environmental Justice (CCEEJ) and its network partners: the Institute for Tribal Environmental Professionals, Climate Science Alliance, Desert Research Institute, and University of Guam. Visit cceej.sdsu.edu or check out today’s blog to learn more about CCEEJ and how to sign up for a consultation! https://lnkd.in/gA3N8Rrm