Following the Los Angeles fires, concerns about the fuel loads of invasive grasses has inspired discussion around restoring grasslands  in the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI). While some consider the endeavor too costly and requiring extensive management,  others question why this isn’t a more widespread practice. We invite you to hear Channel Islands Restoration and Cuyama [...]

Douglas Kent, author of  Firescaping: Protecting your home with a fire-resistant landscape (2nd Ed.)and Ecological Land Management, will discuss comprehensive best practices in regenerative landscaping, focused on reducing fire hazards and preparing cities and large property owners for safety before, during, and after a firestorm.   Not your typical firescaping approach, he will discuss how strengthening our [...]

For the first time, USGBC California is bringing the state's leading green building conference to San Francisco, where green building pros, sustainability rockstars, and change-makers from across the state will come together under one roof.   Expect an electrifying day filled with fresh ideas, game-changing insights, and endless opportunities to connect with industry leaders. Whether [...]

Immersive, hands-on learning experience provides a solid foundation in landscaping for fire protection. Learners will gain practical skills that have immediate application. They will be able to perform risk assessments, articulate best practices, and prescribe remedies that provide long-term care and protection. Participants will also gain a professional distinction and certification, providing an advantage in [...]

Please join the ASLA Southern California Climate Action Committee to see how you can be involved. We will see how we can address the National ASLA Climate Action Goals for 2030 together and how the chapter can best support our members in achieving these goals. We will explore transcending the traditional boundaries of our profession, [...]