Presented by the City of Santa Monica and Sustainable Works

Join us for a sunset chat with local industry experts different to discuss the sustainability strategies Santa Monica has taken the lead on

About This Event

This Sustainable September, the City of Santa Monica is celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Sustainable City Plan and our long-standing commitment to enhancing our resources, preventing harm to the natural environment and human health, and benefiting the social and economic well-being of the community for the sake of current and future generations. As we look back on the progress we have made over the years, it is also important to look ahead and design a sustainable and resilient community for the future.

Join us for a sunset chat as we discuss with local industry experts different strategies Santa Monica has taken the lead on.

  • Tom Ford, The Bay Foundation’s Chief Executive Officer, will share the progress made on Santa Monica’s Beach Dune Restoration Project
  • Sunny Wang, Water Resources Manager at the City of Santa Monica, will discuss the City’s Sustainable Water Master Plan, SWIP and Water Recycling
  • Evelin Weber, Malibu Foundation’s Executive Director and co-founder, will talk about the new SM microforests project.

The panel will be moderated by Bonny Bentzin, UCLA’s Deputy Chief Sustainability Officer. Attendees will have an opportunity to ask questions of the panelists

The Details

Small Bites, Networking, and Dune Tour

Prior to the discussion, join us for small bites and networking. If you like, take a sunset stroll through Santa Monica’s Beach Dune Restoration Project, one of Santa Monica’s coastal climate adaptation strategies.

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The event is FREE to ALL but you must register below to attend