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Check out DTLA staff favorites while attending NACW 2019!
The Climate Action Reserve is excited to welcome NACW 2019 delegates to our hometown of Los Angeles, California. NACW 2019 takes place at the InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown, an iconic LEED Gold-certified skyscraper in the heart of LA’s revitalized downtown. Standing at 934 ft. tall with a 295-foot spire, the tower is the tallest building west of Chicago.
The conference venue is within easy walking distance to many of LA’s best and favorite restaurants, bars, museums, galleries, and attractions. To help you get excited about joining us in Los Angeles, we’re happy to highlight some of the great culture, activities, and eateries in the city! Check out the recommendations below! (Additional recs to be added through April)
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Jeff Goldblum’s jazz show at Rockwell Table and Stage
Leave climate denialism to the dinosaurs and join Jeff Goldblum at his Wednesday night jazz show at the Rockwell – a must-see when visiting LA! While this isn’t technically in DTLA, Los Feliz is only a few metro stops away. Tickets sell out fast, so make your plans early! Be prepared for minimal singing with maximum entertainment. –Sarah |
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DTLA eateries
* Karl Strauss Brewery (casual place for good food and pretty good beer, easy with groups) –Max |
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LA-vate your networking
Broken Shaker, the rooftop bar at the Freehand, offers great views, good food, and a good mix of people. –Craig |
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Avid readers and lovers of architecture alike should check out the downtown Central Library and Last Bookstore.
The Central Library in downtown Los Angeles is an incredible public library and a major architectural landmark in historic downtown. The library has been designated a Los Angeles Historic Cultural Monument and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The Last Bookstore is one of the largest remaining independent bookstores in the world. It is home to a massive inventory of new, used and rare books, vinyl records and graphic novels, and one can literally get lost perusing the shelves. It’s a treat to visit and you can support an independent bookseller while you get a jump start on your summer reading list. Located in the historic core, a walk to the Last Bookstore provides a built-in architectural walking tour! –Gillian |
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Downtown Los Angeles is home to great museums and galleries, including The Broad museum, Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA), FIDM gallery and Hauser & Wirth gallery. The Broad and MOCA both have fantastic, iconic contemporary pieces in their permanent collections from Basquiat, Rauschenberg, Twombly, Lichtenstein and more – and the museums are conveniently located across the street from one another. Be sure to reserve your ticket to the Broad in advance to avoid the standby line – and get there early to sign up for a timed ticket to the Infinity Mirrored Room!
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– Grand Central Market: delicious food – The Broad: awesome art – Hollywood Bowl: great music – In and Out: best Cali burgers – Perch: stunning DTLA views – Tsujita: RAMEN (does one need more reason than that?!) -Cindy |
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Seasalt – Close to the conference, it offers fresh seafood choices with gluten-free items marked clearly on the menu.
La Tostaderia @ Grand Central Market – Delicious ceviche (the best in downtown, in my opinion) served with crispy tostadas. Cool location too, if you have never been to Grand Central Market. Pour Haus Wine Bar – Really great wine options, intimate bar space, and board games! If you’re undecided, the bartenders know their stuff and can recommend a wine to try. I’d also recommend their roasted zucchini salad, simple salad, and their oxtail tacos. -Heather |
U.S. States Take Leadership Role in Advancing Climate Action at COP24
Katowice, Poland – The Climate Registry (TCR) and the Climate Action Reserve hosted a bipartisan delegation of U.S. states at the 24th Conference of the Parties (COP24) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in Katowice, Poland. States attending include California, Hawaii, Maryland, Massachusetts and Washington.
Over the course of several events that showcased state climate action and impact, three themes emerged:
• U.S. states are filling the climate leadership gap left by the federal government
• U.S. states are collaborating with each other and with other countries, cities and the business community to meet the carbon reduction targets laid out in the latest IPCC report
• U.S. states are experiencing economic transformation and growth as a result of their climate action and from clean energy and energy efficiency investments.
“Our global climate coalition and policy are too big to fail,” said Robert Hertzberg, California State Senator and Chairman of the State Senate Natural Resources and Water Committee. “The science is settled, the business interests are settled, and we will continue to build coalitions with governments around the world to advance the fight against climate change.”
“In California, we will continue to be a leader in climate action and policies, it’s part of our DNA,” said Bob Wieckowski, California State Senator and Chair of the Senate Environmental Quality Committee. “We are committed to cutting-edge technologies and to continuing to collaborate with businesses, universities and research institutions to ensure we reduce our emissions in line with the targets identified in the IPCC report. California has shown smart climate action creates jobs, strengthens our economy, and better prepares us for the future.”
“Climate change leads to more drought, fires and floods, threatens our health and wellbeing, and poses huge risks to our economy,” said Mary Nichols, Chair, California Air Resources Board. “We want to show the rest of the world that we can reduce emissions, make our state more climate resilient, and make our economy more prosperous and equitable. We will continue to work with businesses and other governments to carry on the fight against climate change.”
“We need a federal partner that is committed to climate change. US states, cities and others are committed to doing what we can to fill that void,” said Reed Schuler, Senior Policy Advisor to Governor Jay Inslee of Washington State. “Governor Inslee cochairs the U.S. Climate Alliance, which represents half the U.S. population and more than half of U.S. GDP, and together we have demonstrated that it is possible to reduce emissions while growing the economy at a rapid clip. We support climate action and we support our international partners in continuing to deepen that action.”
“Bipartisan environmental leadership, fueled by science and driven by urgency, is happening in Maryland and other states to deliver results when the Federal Government isn’t,” said Ben Grumbles, Maryland’s Secretary of the Environment. “Governor Larry Hogan is committed to reducing greenhouse gases, growing a cleaner and greener economy, and instilling a culture of preparedness and resiliency. The world also needs to hear that America’s Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, a thriving, bipartisan coalition of 9 states, is gaining ground and showing other states how to cut carbon pollution in half, while generating billions of dollars for cleaner energy and healthier communities.”
“We are a small state with big ambition, and we believe that big ambition leads to big action,” said Anukriti Hittle, Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Coordinator. “Climate change is front and center on our governor’s radar, and our Climate Change Commission – representing both executive and legislative branches of government – believes putting a price on carbon is the most effective single action that will achieve Hawaii’s ambitious goals. We will continue to promote ambitious, clean, equitable and resilient strategies.”
“Climate change poses a significant threat to all of us. Climate change also poses risks to insurers. As California’s insurance regulator, I required insurers to disclose their fossil fuel investments and I asked that they divest from thermal coal because of the significant risk thermal coal could become a stranded asset on the books of insurance companies as consumers, businesses, markets and governments transition away from thermal coal as a source of energy,” said California Insurance Commissioner Dave Jones. “The most recent results of our survey of U.S. insurers in California’s market show that more insurers are divesting or committing to divest some or all of their thermal coal holdings and are considering the climate-related transition risks to these investments. While there is still much more work to be done by US insurers in this regard, more are moving in the right direction. The California Department of Insurance is pleased to join the California delegation to COP 24. I strongly support California’s efforts to reduce climate change causing greenhouse gas emissions and to improve our resiliency in the face of climate change.”
“In the absence of federal action, US states have stepped up and accelerated meaningful climate action,” said Craig Ebert, President of the Climate Action Reserve. “States have enacted sensible, equitable, and economically beneficial climate policies, including raising ambitious climate targets, putting a price on carbon, investing in climate-smart infrastructure, and promoting thoughtful transportation and urban planning. States have been at the vanguard of what is possible, and of what must be done to create thriving communities and a prosperous future.”
“We have no time to waste in addressing climate change, so it’s tremendously gratifying to see that U.S. states are not backing away from the Paris Agreement commitments,” said Amy Holm, Director of Programs and Operations at The Climate Registry. “Through a variety of policy approaches such as transportation, buildings and green energy, states are showing the world that you can reduce carbon while simultaneously growing the economy.”
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About the CLIMATE ACTION RESERVE
The Climate Action Reserve is the most experienced, trusted and efficient offset registry to serve the carbon markets. With deep roots in California and a reach across North America, the Reserve encourages actions to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and works to ensure environmental benefit, integrity and transparency in market-based solutions to address global climate change. The Reserve program promotes immediate environmental and health benefits to local communities and brings credibility and value to the carbon market. The Climate Action Reserve is a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Los Angeles, California. For more information, please visit www.climateactionreserve.org.
About THE CLIMATE REGISTRY
The Climate Registry (TCR) is a non-profit organization governed by U.S. states and Canadian provinces and territories. TCR designs and operates voluntary and compliance GHG reporting programs globally, and assists organizations in measuring, reporting and verifying (MRV) the carbon in their operations in order to manage and reduce it. TCR also builds GHG MRV capacity in sub-national and national governments, and is spearheading innovative new projects such as the Water Energy Nexus Registry. Find out more at www.theclimateregistry.org and follow on Twitter @theclimatereg.
PRESS CONTACTS:
Alex Carr
acarr@theclimateregistry.org
1-778-384-8711
Jennifer Weiss
jennifer@climateactionreserve.org
1-213-891-6934
COP 24 Katowice
The Climate Action Reserve, in partnership with The Climate Registry, has led delegations of governors, senior government officials, business leaders, academics and other NGOs to the Conference of the Parties (COP) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) negotiations for almost a decade, beginning with COP 13 in Bali in 2006.
COP 24 marks the 24th session of the conference and is being held in Katowice, Poland from December 3-14, 2018. The Reserve’s joint delegation fosters collaboration among subnational entities and the private sector, increases thought-leadership on bold and far-reaching climate initiatives, and champions the enhancement of ambition in order to address the climate challenge.
Below is a listing of our delegation’s side events. Please join us in person if you will be in Katowice or follow our work through Facebook or Twitter.
Saturday, 8 December
Public-Private Cooperation Advancing Climate Ambition
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm | US Climate Action Center (Building E)
This session will highlight the efforts of business leaders to discuss critical steps for ensuring public-private cooperation in the fight against climate change.
Speakers:
- Cathy Woollums, Senior Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer, Berkshire Hathaway Energy
- Ranyee Chiang, Technology Officer, Bay Area Air Quality Management District
- Canadian federal government representative
Sunday, 9 December
North American Subnational Climate Action
2:30 pm – 3:30 pm | US Climate Action Center (Building E)
Subnational leaders from the US and Canada will discuss collaborative climate actions underway at the state, provincial, and regional levels, in order to help their countries meet and exceed their Paris commitments.
Speakers:
- Senator Robert Hertzberg, California State Senate
- Ben Grumbles, Secretary of the Environment, State of Maryland
- Lauren Sanchez, International Policy Director, California Air Resources Board
- Reed Schuler, Senior Policy Advisor to Governor Jay Inslee, State of Washington
Monday, 10 December
Official UN Side Event: Subnational Strategies in North America for Meeting Paris Commitments
11:30 am – 1:00 pm | Room: Bug (Area G)
North American leaders are implementing a variety of approaches to reduce GHGs. Session will discuss various policy approaches, such as carbon markets, transport electrification, and how policies can harmonize with other jurisdictions to foster a just transition to clean energy economies.
Speakers:
- Mary Nichols, Chair, California Air Resources Board
- George Heyman, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, British Columbia
- Ben Grumbles, Secretary of the Environment, State of Maryland
- Catherine McKenna, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Canada (invited)
- Juan Carlos Arredondo, Director of Climate Policy, SEMARNAT, Mexico
Increasing Climate Ambition Across the US
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm | US Climate Action Center (Building E)
This session will bring together US sub-national leaders (government) to highlight actions taken to date and to address steps being taken to advance climate ambition in light of the IPCC’s most recent scientific assessment.
Speakers:
- Senator Robert Wieckowski, California State Senate
- Reed Schuler, Senior Policy Advisor to Governor Jay Inslee, State of Washington
- Anu Hittle, Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Coordinator
Delegation Press Conference
5:00 pm – 5:30 pm | Press Conference Room Katowice (Area F)
Speakers:
- Senator Robert Wieckowski, California State Senate
- Senator Robert Hertzberg, California State Senate
- Anu Hittle, Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Coordinator
The draft U.S. Forest Project Protocol (FPP) V5.0 is available for public review and comment. Proposed revisions to the protocol include the addition of a standardized baseline option for Improved Forest Management (IFM) projects, updated leakage values, a revised minimum verification schedule, and several other updates to enhance usability. Comments are due by December 14.
Join us for a webinar – COP 24: Advance Look at Subnational Action and Expectations for Katowice – November 29
Join us for a webinar introducing the recently updated Nitrogen Management Project Protocol (NMPP) Version 2.0 – November 28
Draft U.S. Forest Project Protocol Version 5.0 available for public comment – comments due December 14
Our updated Nitrogen Management Project Protocol Version 2.0 expands eligibility for offsets from improving nitrogen use efficiency in crop production to more crops & geographies