The NRDC is a nonprofit organization devoted to “safeguard the earth” with a focus on climate change, communities, energy, food, health, oceans and water. The group works in both the litigation and advocacy spheres, as well as other avenues, to advocate for a cleaner environment that is equitable to all. (310) 434-2300, https://www.nrdc.org/
The Nature Conservancy
Working across the United States and internationally, the Nature Conservancy aims to identify and preserve land for conservation. Use their website’s carbon footprint calculator to find ways to reduce the environmental impact of your daily activities. (213) 327-0104, https://www.nature.org/en-us/
Jonathan Galindez explains different stages of compost at the L.A. Compost hub in South Los Angeles.
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California Climate Action Corps
This joint venture between the state government and AmeriCorps hosts volunteer opportunities for both individuals and groups. The program also offers a paid 11-month fellowship for individuals who want to pursue climate activism and volunteer work full-time. (916) 323-7646, https://www.californiavolunteers.ca.gov/climateactioncorps/
LA County Youth Climate Commission
The LA County Youth Climate Commission comprises 25 young adults who work with the County government on climate action. The commission’s meeting notes and agendas are published online. https://ycc.lacounty.gov/
Sierra Club Angeles Chapter Climate Action Team
The LA and OC chapter of this wide-reaching environmental organization, which is under new leadership after several tumultuous years, is home to a team working to make the transition away from fossil fuels attainable. Meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month. Join the group’s Slack Workspace for more details and events. (213) 387-4287, https://angeles.sierraclub.org/climate_action_team