Making the Global Local – Climate Adaptation Series
TOPICThe Local Impacts of Climate Change IN THIS EPISODE[02:05] Introduction of co-host Kate Meis. [03:17] Introduction of Steve Frisch. [03:53] Introduction of Jonathan Parfrey. [04:30] Steve describes his organization, Sierra Business Council. [05:56] Jonathan describes his organization, Climate Resolve. [08:53] Jonathan explains the governance of jurisdictional-boundary issues. [10:47] Steve and Jonathan discuss how to bring people together to think about issues of governance and building resiliency. [15:55] Steve and Jonathan speak about the opportunities to bring regions together to mobilize a unified voice around change. [21:21] Jonathan relates how he’s been able to locally engage people, as well as some of the efforts of The Path to Positive. GUEST BIOShttps://infiniteearthradio.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/iea_guests-kate_meis.jpg () Kate Meis is the Executive Director of the Local Government Commission (LGC). Kate is a champion for local governments; a recognized leader in local climate change adaptation, mitigation and clean energy efforts; and an ardent coalition builder. She obtained a Masters of Science degree in Community and Regional Development from the University of California, Davis, and has a Sociology Bachelor’s degree from California State University, Sonoma. https://infiniteearthradio.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/iea_guests-jonathan_parfrey.jpg () Jonathan Parfrey is the Executive Director and Founder of Climate Resolve, a Los Angeles-based nonprofit, founded in 2010, that is dedicated to creating practical solutions to meet the climate challenge while making Southern California more livable and prosperous today and for generations to come by inspiring people at home, at work, and in government to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and local air pollution, as well as prepare for climate change impacts. https://infiniteearthradio.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/iea_guests-steve_frisch.jpg () Steve Frisch is President of Sierra Business Council and one of its founding members. Over the last 20 years, Sierra Business Council has leveraged more than $100 million of investment in the Sierra Nevada and its communities through community and public-private partnerships. Sierra Business Council also manages the Sierra Small Business Development Center focusing on advancing sustainable business practices and linking new and expanding businesses to climate mitigation and adaptation funding. ORGANIZATIONSFor over 35 years LGC has connected cutting-edge leaders from across the nation. Together they are advancing transformative policies and implementing innovative solutions for sustainable communities. LGC works to build livable communities and local leadership by connecting leaders via innovative programs and network opportunities, advancing policies through participation at the local and state level, and implementing solutions as a technical assistance provider and advisor to local jurisdictions. With roots in California and a national reputation, LGC offers inspiration, information, and partnership for local and regional champions dedicated to building thriving communities that integrate civic engagement with environmental, social and economic priorities. Climate Resolve is a Los Angeles-based nonprofit, founded in 2010, that is dedicated to creating real, practical solutions to meet the climate challenge while building a better city for Angelenos. Their mission is to make Southern California more livable and prosperous today and for generations to come by inspiring people at home, at work, and in government to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and local air pollution, as well as prepare for climate change impacts. Sierra Business Council pioneers and demonstrates innovative approaches and solutions to increase community vitality, economic prosperity, environmental quality, and social fairness in the Sierra Nevada. In the Sierra Nevada, change and challenge create opportunities. Through...
