Florida For Good

Women in Climate Summit
2021-02-05 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York)
The fight against climate change needs new voices, bold ideas, and a more inclusive network that has bipartisan support. The Nature Conservancy wants to accelerate solutions—and we believe women’s unique perspectives, ideas, and connections are vital to addressing the systemic problem of climate change. Women are climate leaders—informed, empowered, and influential. The important role they play in the business world, community, and in their families shapes a unique worldview. Climate change is one of the greatest threats to human rights, and we all have the power to make great impacts.

Coastal Resilience and Climate Change Preparedness in Southwest Florida
2021-02-06 09:30 - 11:00
VIRTUAL Public Invited
Register to receive a link to the virtual event, options include:

through eventbrite–click on “Register” above
email: reservations@lwvlee.org
phone: 239-278-1032

A link for the virtual event will be emailed to each registrant around February 4, 2021.
Michael Savarese, Professor of Coastal Resilience & Climate Adaptation, The Water School, Department of Marine & Earth Sciences, Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) will discuss local water issues and global consequences. Dr. Savarese is an expert in sea-level rise and environmental change; he studies the history of environmental change in coastal areas and how this can inform the future. His research has helped foster environmental management and restoration efforts in Southwest Florida and assisted archaeologists understand the environmental context of the Calusa Native American cultural evolution.
The Water School at FGCU has an interdisciplinary approach to explore water-based issues of Florida’s complex freshwater and saltwater systems. The health of waterways impacts surrounding ecosystems, regional and state economies and people who rely on water for life and leisure.
The League of Women Voters has a long history of concern and action for climate issues. The LWV promotes an environment beneficial to life through the protection and wise management of natural resources in the public interest. The LWV supports climate goals and policies that are consistent with the best available climate science and that will ensure a stable climate system for future generations.
The League of Women Voters of Lee County Florida is a nonpartisan political organization that encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues and influences public policy through education and advocacy. information on the programs and issues of the League of Women Voters is available on the web at www.lwv.org, www.lwvfl.org, and www.lwvlee.org. 239-278-1032

Cultivating B Corps For People, Planet, And Prosperity
2021-02-18 12:00 - 13:00
With more than 3,500 B Corporations, the “business as a force for good” movement is growing. Join us and learn how Florida can harness this momentum and compete globally by building an economic climate that promotes human flourishing and environmental health.

A Conservative Approach to Solving Climate Change
2021-02-24 16:00 - 17:30
Presented by Mr. Bob Inglis, former South Carolina Congressman and Executive Director of republicEn.org
Action on climate change has been stifled. Now, it’s time for conservatives to step up and offer a free-enterprise solution to solve our nation’s climate challenges. And it’s important to get this right before government gets it wrong. Free enterprise in the form of a revenue-neutral, border-adjustable carbon tax can lead the way. Bob Inglis is helping lead a bipartisan path forward on climate by engaging and building an EcoRight community of conservatives focused on a free-enterprise solution to climate change.

2021 Cobb/FCCA Climate, Health & Equity Symposium
2021-02-27
The NMA/Cobb Institute is excited to partner with Florida Clinicians for Climate Action for the Annual Symposium: Climate, Health & Equity on Saturday, January 23rd, 2021.
The one-day CME program includes panels on the following topics:
• Extreme Heat: A Deadly Climate Risk
• The Intersection of COVID-19 and Climate Health
• Career Development in Environmental Science and Research
• Focus on Solutions: Heat Stress Legislation and Lawmaker Education

Learn to Build Political Will Using CCL's Five Levers with CCL Florida
2021-03-06 09:00 - 11:00
Join us for a free webinar to learn how you can best participate in your CCL Chapter.

About this Event

Ever wonder how you can best use your time and talents to participate in your local Florida CCL chapter or our statewide efforts? Find out in this conversation with CCL leaders from across Florida. They’ll help you understand how to plug into CCL’s “Five Levers of Political Will.”
If you are new to CCL, we ask you to do some homework before the training. Please register for our Informational Session which you can join live every Wednesday at 8pm ET or watch the recording. This will provide important background on CCL and the legislation we support. It’s a great refresher for any volunteer!
This workshop is presented by CCL Volunteers in Florida, those in Florida are invited to attend.
Once you RSVP, you will receive the video conference meeting connection information in your Eventbrite confirmation email. We will send a reminder in the days leading up to the workshop. Please double check your Spam or Promotions email folders. If you do not receive either message or have trouble finding the meeting access information, please email conference.inbox@citizensclimate.org.
About Citizens’ Climate Lobby (CCL)
CCL empowers everyday people to work with their community and their members of Congress on climate change solutions. Our supporters cover the political spectrum and work in more than 450 local chapters. Together, we’re building support for a national bipartisan solution to climate change.

Dr. Shahnaz Fatteh: Asthma, Allergies & Climate
2021-03-18 18:30 - 19:30
Research shows that allergy season is lasting longer in a changing climate. Join Shahnaz Fatteh, MD, for an educational discussion about the relationship between climate, asthma, and allergies. Dr. Fatteh is the President of South Florida American Medical Women’s Association and involved as the Regional Executive Fundraiser for National AMWA. Dr. Fatteh is also a member of AAAAI, ACAAI, FAAIS. Dr. Fatteh specializes in all areas of Asthma and Allergy with a particular focus on Asthma, Chronic Sinusitis, Food Allergies, Eczema, and also Immune Deficiencies.

The Nexus of Oceans, Climate and Security: Opportunities and Challenges
2021-03-24 16:00 - 17:00
Presented by Retired Rear Admiral Jonathan White, United States Navy, (Navy) Rear, oceanographer and President/CEO of the Consortium for Ocean Leadership in Washington, DC
Climate change and harmful maritime activity are stressing our ocean planet and our nation, which in turn are diminishing our security and prosperity in many, interconnected ways. These impacts are compounded by increases in global population and associated competition for resources. Rear Admiral (Ret.) Jon White will describe the impact of these threats to our national security and what is being done (and what more can be done) to enable a secure and sustainable future for us all.

Burnout and Boundaries: How to take back control of your life
2021-04-05 11:00 - 12:00
Burnout is at epidemic levels and entrepreneurs are especially feeling it as they are solely feeling the heaviness of showing up for themselves, their team and their families in challenging times.
You are not alone. 75% of people have felt burned out at work, and 40% have felt so during the pandemic in particular, according to a FlexJobs and Mental Health America survey of more than 1,500 people.
The good news is we can get ahead of burnout. We don’t have to accept that burnout is just something that happens as high-performing humans. You deserve to grow your business and take back control of your life so that you continue to move forward in health and joy.

GHG Baselining 101: Demystifying Scope 1, 2 & 3 Emissions Measurement
2021-04-07 13:00 - 14:30
Join members of the US & Canada B Corp Climate Collective (BCCC) Climate Action Group’s Measure Committee for an interactive webinar where we’ll provide an overview of a step-by-step process that a company can take to begin measuring its carbon footprint and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. We’ll also discuss how and why companies should center their climate action in Climate Justice, and how this work intersects with efforts toward Net Zero.
During the first hour of this webinar the Measure Committee will:

Review why completing a high-level Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions estimate is valuable for companies of any size.
Provide an overview of our US & Canada B Corp Climate Collective’s baseline measurement process and our peer-to-peer coaching program.
Share on-the-ground learnings from B Corps measuring their emissions.

During the final half hour we will have our coaches available for any questions you may have about greenhouse gas analysis.
Who Should Attend?
This event is open to all Certified B Corps, Net Zero 2030 signatories, and BCCC members. The webinar and will be especially valuable to those who are involved in greenhouse gas emissions or carbon footprint measurement for their companies.
Accessing the Webinar
This webinar will be hosted on Zoom meetings and include interactive elements. Once registered, you will be able to see the Zoom meeting access info on the Online Event page of Eventbrite.
Unable to Attend?
If you are interested in the event but unable to attend, feel free to register anyway in order to receive communications regarding the subject matter as well as the event materials and recording after the event. You can also fill out our brief 1-on-1 peer coaching call form and a Measure Committee member will be happy to reach out to you directly to schedule a call to answer your questions.
The BCCC Climate Action Group Measure Committee

Mike McGrory, B Lab
Pancho Gomez, All Good Products
Henkel Smith, Offset Alliance
Aileen Lerch, Allbirds
Pablo Paster, South Pole
Jack Statham, Chandos
Kevin Lee, Dr. Bronner’s

2021 Spring Conference Building a Just & Sustainable Future
2021-04-19 - 2021-04-22
ASBC and SVC have formed a new alliance to establish one of the leading socially responsible business and impact investment groups, uniting top entrepreneurs and impact investors, and the leaders of mission-driven companies in common cause while amplifying and extending the collective voice of the sustainable business community in previously impossible ways. This collaboration is a powerful new force for environmental change and economic justice at the federal, state and local levels, one that rejects short-term thinking narrowly focused on short-term shareholder value in favor of a stakeholder economy based on creating long-term worth and universal accountability.
This virtual conference, building on the success of the premier virtual event in 2020, exists to facilitate meaningful peer-to-peer conversations and action around shared interests for the 1,000+ members of ASBC-SVC: businesses, entrepreneurs, impact investors, policy makers, and capacity-builders working to create an economy that works for all.

Exploring the Positive Impact of Climate Solutions
2021-04-19 - 2021-04-23
VoLo Foundation proudly presents Florida Climate Week 2021. We invite you to join us, April 19-23, for this FREE virtual event featuring guest speakers to help you understand the impacts our changing climate is having on the Sunshine State.
Hear from industry leaders and front-line advocates about the effects climate change is having in your community, and how to become a part of the solution to ensure a sustainable planet for future generations.

Florida Climate Week
2021-04-19 - 2021-04-23
Take part in a week’s worth of events with guest speakers to help you understand the impacts our changing climate is having on the Sunshine State. Hear from industry leaders and front-line advocates about the effects climate change is having in your community, and how to become a part of the solution to ensure a sustainable planet for future generations.

The Coastal Real Estate Reckoning Is Already Happening
2021-04-21 16:00 - 17:00
Presented by Professor Benjamin Keys, Rowan Family Foundation Associate Professor of Real Estate at the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania
Is a U.S. coastal housing bubble bursting? Under most climate forecasts, the question is not if but when property values will reflect expected sea level rise. This talk will describe research on how climate change is affecting housing and mortgage markets in coastal Florida, one of the most vulnerable coastline in the world with over 300,000 homes worth over $145 billion at risk to sea level rise. Solutions to restore confidence in coastal markets include substantial infrastructure improvements and asset repositioning to address the reality of rising seas.

1% for the Planet Member Social Hours
2021-04-22 17:00 - 18:00
These free monthly events are for Business and Individual Members of 1% for the Planet’s global network. We’ve designed these events to spark conversations, connections and shared membership experiences.
The 1% for the Planet team hosts the event using the Zoom platform. Following updates from our team, attendees will connect in smaller breakout rooms and then reconvene with the larger group for the session’s close.

Design Thinking - Advancing Sustainable Development Goals (Webinar)
2021-04-22 19:00 - 20:00
The 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda adopted 17 goals called SDGs that promote equitable economic growth, social development, and the sustainable management of our environment. These interconnected goals were not only created for countries but also designed to engage civil society and the private sector in addressing the world’s most pressing challenges. Human-centered design thinking is a creative approach to problem solving. It is about building deep empathy, generating tons of ideas, building prototypes and putting innovative solutions out in world. The design thinking process can be used across industries and sectors to approach any number of challenges from product and service design to space or system designs.
This program will help the attendees be effective changemakers by learning some of the key strategies of changemaking through design thinking and advancing the SDGs. This program will examine the social and environmental issues occurring across the globe and connect these issues to the local community by integrating the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and fully embracing the motto “think globally, act locally”. Participants will learn about the stages and steps of human centered design thinking and how to create project-based activities that advance the SGDs through innovative solutions in their communities or classrooms.
By participating in this program, you can expect to:

Understand the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs) and the triple bottom line;
learn about the human- centered design thinking stages of inspiration, ideation, and implementation;
comprehend how to apply the design thinking steps to a specific design challenge to advance the UNSDGs through an Innovative Solution

This program is presented by Josephine M. Balzac-Arroyo and is hosted by the Winter Park Health Foundation.

Earth Day Action Party
2021-04-22 20:00 - 21:00
In honor of Earth Day, Impactree invites you to come together to take action to create real change in real-time!

About this Event

Earth Month is celebrated all April long, but April 22 marks Earth Day – the anniversary of the birth of the modern environmental movement in 1970.
At Impactree, we believe no action is too small to have an impact and no person needs to act alone. And so, we are empowering action by hosting a live, virtual action party that invites all those who seek to support climate action to come together to drive change. This FREE event will introduce you to the Impactree platform where we will collectively login to discover, take, and share actions that drive meaningful impact on environmental justice.
In celebration of Earth Day, our partner Alter Eco is sharing an exclusive discount with all attendees!
Impactree is a purpose-driven engagement platform that makes it easy to take action on the issues you care about most. Learn more at impactree.com

Complete actions ranging from petitions, donations, and educational resources, curated from leading climate experts. Sample organizations include: Citizen’s Climate Lobby, EVP, Nat Geo, The Climate Reality Project, and more.

From the comfort of your own home, you can network with fellow change-makers to collectively discover, take, and share actions that drive impact on building a healthier planet.

Attendees will receive a special discount from Alter Eco!

American Climate Leadership Summit (ACLS 2021)
2021-04-27 - 2021-04-29
UNPRECEDENTED CHALLENGE; UNPRECEDENTED OPPORTUNITY

2021 is our year to forge a path forward to necessary climate solutions with ambitious American leadership. At the 10th annual American Climate Leadership Summit (ACLS 2021) we will build on the international climate summit the week before and prepare for the UNFCCC COP 26 later in the year in Glasgow. At ACLS 2021 you will connect with 1,000+ climate leaders from the local to international scale — and across sectors of society — to help move America along the solutions path faster.

USGBC + Higher Education: Strategies for Transformation
2021-04-28 18:00 - 19:30
Aligning organizational sustainability goals with available tools and resources can be a frustrating process. You don’t have to do this alone. Did you know USGBC partners with higher education institutions to integrate sustainability into curriculum, policies, buildings, and overall master planning?
Our suite of tools and resources can help transform your existing campus buildings and infrastructure as well as support pathways to earning professional credentials and prepare students for careers in green building and LEED. Join us for an overview of all the sustainability solutions USGBC offers to Higher Education institutions and learn how collaboration with USGBC can benefit your organization. We’ll share a couple of success stories before breaking into Collaboration Circles for participants to provide feedback and discuss the relevance and impact these resources could have on your work.
Let’s work together to overcome obstacles, reduce the environmental impact of buildings and grounds, create a positive effect on health, and prepare students to be global sustainability citizens.
Topics Covered:
Curricular Resources
Existing Campus Buildings and Infrastructure
Performance Management

2021 Southwest Florida Climate Summit
2021-05-06 09:00 - 16:30
The Coastal & Heartland National Estuary Partnership is hosting a free public event to share knowledge and mobilize the collaboration needed to build more resilient communities in our region.
​The event will be held virtually through Zoom on May 6, 2021 from 9 am to 4:30 pm. This event is free to the public with advanced registration required. Click the button below to register.

B Corp 101
2021-05-06 14:00 - 15:00, 2021-06-08 14:00 - 15:00, 2021-07-01 14:00 - 15:00
An introduction to the B Corp movement and certification process presented by Cultivating Capital

About this Event

Are you curious about B Corps?
As the B Corp movement continues to grow, more and more people are learning about B Corps, yet it’s common to have questions:

What are B Corps?
What does it take to get certified?
How much does it cost?
Does my company have to be a Benefit Corporation?

These are just some of the questions that come up when you’re new to the B Corp world.
This presentation is designed to introduce you to the B Corp movement. You’ll walk away with a better understanding about what B Corps are, why they matter, how you can get involved and support the movement, and what resources are available to you to learn more.
Accolades from previous webinar attendees
“The webinar has created a great deal of clarity. We are still in the exploratory phase with our company. The webinar helped me to take the next steps in our organization and to inform the rest of the team.”
“The content and agenda for the webinar was great! Lots of great information and in a digestable format.”
“Very useful overview of the B Corp concept and introduction to the application process.”
“Informative, impactful, uplifting!”
About the presenter
Carolina Miranda is the Founder of Cultivating Capital, a Certified B Corp since 2012 that works with small businesses to improve their sustainability and social impact practices. She specializes in helping companies align their business with their values by implementing best practices for social and environmental responsibility.
As a B Corp Consultant, she has helped businesses to achieve B Corp certification, get recertified, and to maintain their certifications. She is currently participating in a pilot program run by B Lab to train external verifiers and is receiving extensive training from B Lab in order to perform certification verifications independently. She is a frequent speaker presenting about B Corps at webinars and conferences, including all three of the B Corp Leadership Development Conferences held in 2020. She serves on the Executive Committee for the B Corp Women CEOs We the Change movement, supports the B Local activities in the SF Bay Area, and was awarded the 2020 Community Builders award from B Lab for her contributions to the community.

USGBC FL Sustainability Officers Round Table (SORT)
2021-05-07 12:00 - 13:00
Topic: Sustainability/Climate/Resiliency Plans: Avoid the piecemeal approach in planning, process and implementation — Speaker: Matt Anderson, SO, City of Coral Gables
The Sustainability Officers Roundtable (SORT) is USGBC Florida’s virtual forum for sustainability officers or managers who oversee their organization’s internal and external sustainability practices, policies, commitments, responsibilities and/or communications. Our definition of sustainability includes triple bottom line, resiliency and social equity. By invitation only, the group collaborates, shares best practices, imparts lessons learned, and stays up to date on the latest information and resources in the field. The goal of this group is to create a safe, solution-oriented space for peers, accelerate an SO’s positive impact and make their jobs easier. We successfully hosted an impactful SORT with USGBC NE FL in 2016-2018 and now want to host one statewide.
Format:
Speaker (20 min)
Q&A (10 min)
Open Discussion / Top of Mind / Latest Trends (20 min)
“I Need” & Resource Sharing Round (10 min)
Who can join SORT?
Persons responsible for managing the internal and external sustainability of business, governments, institutional or nonprofit organizations. They spend the majority of their job thinking about how to make their own organization more sustainable.
Advantages of joining SORT
Network with your colleagues
Stay on top of industry trends
Share best practices
Identify opportunities for collaboration
Interested in joining SORT?
Contact Sarah Boren (sboren@usgbc.org / 904-535-0055) or complete this quick form.

impact Intensive Cohort
2021-05-11 08:00 - 10:00

FCCA May Meeting - PAM, Vibrio & Climate Change with Dr. Sandra Gompf
2021-05-19 18:30 - 19:30
Join the FCCA May meeting for a conversation with Dr. Sandra Gompf, Associate Professor, Infectious Diseases Division
Section Chief, Infectious Disease, James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital

Sustainability Training 101
2021-06-01 08:00 - 17:00
Driving change throughout an organization is possible only with the support of all team members. Yet sustainability can still be a new concept for many.
What exactly is it? Is it just about the environment? What does it mean for your business?
These are just some of the questions that should be covered with employees to ensure that everyone understands why sustainability is important to your company. Cultivating Capital has developed an online Sustainability Training 101 to help you cover some of the basics with your team.
Use code cultivatecapital-10 to receive 10% off the Sustainability Training 101 course through May 31. (Contact us for group discounts.)

Green Drinks Tampa
2021-06-03 08:00 - 17:00 | Hula Bay Club, 5210 W Tyson Ave, Tampa, FL, 33611, United States
Join us at the Hula Bay Club to Celebrate and Network!

Florida Solar & Storage Summit
2021-06-03 08:30 - 17:00 | Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress, 1 Grand Cypress Blvd, Orladno, FL
Join us in Orlando, Florida on June 3 as we safely kick-off the 2021 event season with a line up of dynamic panel discussions, continuing education courses, and an exposition hall. Industry experts across solar, storage, electric vehicles and electric vehicle infrastructure will be joining us to explore current and future trends across the State of Florida and the Southeast at-large. Below you will find information on the event location, registration and the agenda.

Clear Sky Toolkit Launch Webinar
2021-06-30 09:30 - 10:30
The Clear Sky Tampa Bay project team invites you to a webinar on June 30th for the release of the Clear Sky Toolkit composed of regionally applicable resources to assess the feasibility of commercial-scale solar + storage to support public safety, disaster preparedness and post-disaster recovery objectives.
Recent natural disasters such as Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria have reinforced the necessity of reliable power to sustain essential services and critical facilities, and interest is increasing in installing solar photovoltaic (PV) systems combined with battery energy storage (solar + storage) to provide backup power during electric grid outages. However, building owners, operators, and investors often lack the technical expertise for conducting solar + storage assessments that include disaster risk reduction and broader community resilience benefits.
With support from National Renewable Energy Laboratory through Round 2 of the Solar Energy Innovation Network program, the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council (TBRPC) led a 15-month collaborative research project to develop a toolkit that offers a more robust, streamlined assessment process to site and prioritize critical facilities for solar + storage to enhance community resilience, which can inform decision-making and new investments.
On June 30, 2021, 9:30-11:00am, TBRPC will host a Clear Sky Toolkit launch webinar via Zoom to share the process of developing these resources and ways for users to apply the Clear Sky Toolkit within their own community to strengthen energy and overall community resilience. County and City government partners will share lessons learned about energy resilience within their jurisdictions and tips for other users of the Clear Sky Toolkit more broadly. This webinar should be attended by anyone seeking to improve the resilience of communities through targeted applications of solar + storage technology on critical facilities.
