Berkeley-Stanford CleanTech Conference: Power to the People: Distributed Generation and MicrogridsFeaturing a Keynote from Amory Lovins of the Rocky Mountain Institute.The way in which electricity is produced, transmitted and managed is changing rapidly. Innovation and deployment of renewable power generation is reducing costs towards grid parity and integration of smart grid technology is increasing the flexibility of the next generation ...
Where: San FranciscoCost:
Best of Greenbuild 2010: Post-Conference PresentationsPresented by U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), the Greenbuild International Conference and Expo is the world's largest conference and expo dedicated to green building, bringing thousands of people together from many countries to hear leading industry experts on a wide range of topics. For those of you unable to attend ...
Where: San JoseCost: Advance $30 General, $15 Members, $10 Students
TRUST Security Seminar: Do Static Permission Systems Work?Several new application platforms use static permission systems to restrict access to system API resources. Two prominent examples are the Android OS application platform and the Google Chrome extension system. Developers request permissions for their applications, and the user decides during installation whether those permissions are acceptable. A static permission ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
Younger Lagoon Reserve Tour Experience the wildlife and natural beauty that make Younger Lagoon an exceptional local treasure on this docent-led tour to the lagoon and its beach habitat. Learn about the ongoing research and habitat restoration work that help this vital habitat thrive. Tour includes a short hike and is best suited for ...
Where: Santa CruzCost: Free with admission
ENERGY RESOURCES AND TECHNOLOGY OPTIONS FOR A SUSTAINABLE ENERGY FUTUREGlobal energy systems have undergone numerous transitions over human history-from wood to coal, from animals to automobiles, from candles to electric lighting. Catalysts for these changes include discovery of new energy resources, new energy conversion technologies, and environmental benefits from less polluting and safer energy options.Driven by ever-growing global energy ...
Where: Palo AltoCost: Free
Center for Inquiry: Beer & BooksMeet up with rationalists, skeptics, and freethinkers south of San Francisco. Beers and Books is a social event co-hosted by the Center for Inquiry|San Francisco. We'll meet at Cafe Borrone http://www.cafeboronne.com/ between Kepler's Books and the British Banker's Club! Look for the black balloon.First Thursday of Each Month6pm to ???
Where: Menlo ParkCost:
Exploratorium After Dark: SugarJoin us for a sweet start to the holiday season when After Dark celebrates sugar in all its forms-from fuel for the body to sculpture medium for the artist. Enjoy sweet treats and new films by students from the University of San Francisco. You'll also get a chance to take a ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $15 General, Free for Members
Surf's Up NightLifeMavericks Film with Pro-Surfer PanelWe're pleased to present a screening from the soon to be released movie 'Super Natural' from Powerlines Productions. This includes footage from last year's big wave event at Mavericks and giant surf from Pe'ahi (aka "Jaws"). The movie's producers will introduce the piece and each screening ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $12 General, $10 Members
Asphalt to EcosystemsAsphalt to Ecosystems is a compelling color guidebook for designing and building natural schoolyard environments that enhance childhood learning and play experiences while providing connection with the natural world. With this book, author Sharon Danks broadens our notion of what a well-designed schoolyard should be, taking readers on a journey ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
Chemical Defense in Birds, and the special case of New Guinea's PitohuisWhen Jack Dumbacher was a graduate student working in Papua New Guinea, he accidentally encountered a bird that carried potent neurotoxins in its skin and feathers. After many years of research, much more is understood about the chemical ecology of these – and other – toxic birds. Dr. Dumbacher is ...
