october 2009 newsletter ~ san francisco bay area women's environmental network

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October 2009 NEWSLETTERwww.wencal.org

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The WEN Newsletter goes out on the 15th of each month. Send your announcements, eventsand job listings to [email protected].

IN THIS NEWSLETTER:

ANNOUNCEMENTS..................................................................................................................... 3Join WENs Facebook Page! ...................................................................................................... 3WEN Co-hosting the Wild & Scenic Film Festival Wednesday October 21, 2009 ................... 3WEN Member Spotlight: Michelle LeBeau ............................................................................... 4Non-Profit Spotlight: 350.org .......................................................................... 4Workshops: Solar Living Institute.............................................................................................. 5Ecology Center Calendar: Events and Lectures.......................................................................... 5WEN Email List.......................................................................................................................... 5

EVENTS ......................................................................................................................................... 6Workshop and Mixer: The Cooperative Business as a Social Enterprise, Tuesday October 26,2009......................................................................................................................................... .... 6Less is More: The Pursuit of Happiness in Troubled Time Peninsula, Monday October 19,2009............................................................................................................................................. 7California's AB32: Global Warming Solutions Act -- Boon or Bust for California's EconomicRecovery? San Francisco, Tuesday October 20, 2009 ............................................................... 7Volunteer: Weeding at the Edible Schoolyard East Bay , Wednesday October 21, 2009.......... 7Wild and Scenic Environmental Film Festival San Francisco, Wednesday October 21, 2009.. 8Berkeley Path Wanderers: Founder's Walk East Bay, Thursday October 22, 2009................... 8Benefit: Oysters on the Half Shell Happy Hour-- East Bay, Thursday October 22, 2009 ......... 9Class: Green Marketing for Small Business San Francisco, Thursday October 22, 2009-Thursday October 29, 2009......................................................................................................... 9Berkeley Start at Home Workshops: Home Energy Improvement East Bay, Thursday October22, 2009....................................................................................................................................... 9International Day of Climate Action -- SF SF Bay Area, Saturday October 24, 2009............... 9International Day of Climate Action, Saturday October 24, 2009 ........................................... 10Raptor Fest Marin County, Saturday October 24 and Sunday October 25, 2009..................... 10East Bay Green Tour East Bay, Saturday October 24, 2009 .................................................... 10Seminar: Nonprofit Facilities and Shared Workspace East Bay, Tuesday October 27, 2009.. 10Volunteer: Restoration at the Martin Luther King Jr. Shoreline Park East Bay, SaturdayOctober 31, 2009....................................................................................................................... 11Rain Garden Workshop Marin County, Saturday November 7, 2009...................................... 11Workshop: Eat Local East Bay, Saturday November 7, 2009.................................................. 11East Bay Green Tour East Bay, Monday November 9, 2009 and Wednesday November 11,2009........................................................................................................................................... 11Green America's Green Business Conference San Francisco, Wednesday November 11 andThursday November 12, 2009................................................................................................... 12Green Festival San Francisco, Friday November 13 through Sunday November 15, 2009..... 12
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Womens Environmental NetworkOctober 15-November 15, 2009 NEWSLETTER

Anniversary Benefit Bash: The Sea Turtle Restoration Project East Bay, Saturday November14, 2009..................................................................................................................................... 13

JOBS ............................................................................................................................................. 13Save the Bay: Web and Communications Specialist ................................................................ 13Rainforest Action Network: Online Communications Manager .............................................. 13Rainforest Action Network: Online Campaigner ..................................................................... 14

Pie Ranch: Operations Manager ............................................................................................... 14Walk Oakland Bike Oakland: Executive Director.................................................................... 15Green for All: Communications Director ................................................................................. 15Green for All: Senior Web Associate ....................................................................................... 15ForestEthics: Organizing Director ............................................................................................ 16Silicon Valley Leadership Group: Bay Area Climate Collaborative Program Director........... 16Environmental Justice Coalition for Water: Operations Director............................................. 16The Energy Foundation: China Sustainable Energy Program Assistant .................................. 17Earthjustice Oakland: Development Associate......................................................................... 17Natural Heritage Institute: Water Resources Engineer, Hydrologist or Scientist for California,Transboundary and Global Projects.......................................................................................... 17Amazon Watch: Program Director ........................................................................................... 18Alameda County Watershed Forum: Forum Coordinator ........................................................ 18

Stanford University: Sustainability and Energy/Water Conservation Coordinator.................. 18In Defense of Animals: Development Associate / Coordinator................................................ 19In Defense of Animals: Associate Director / Officer Major Gifts......................................... 19Beyond Compliance: Environmental and Sustainability Forum Clerk..................................... 20San Francisco Baykeeper: Development Associate.................................................................. 20FishWise: Program Manager .................................................................................................... 20Save the Bay: Policy Associate................................................................................................. 21

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

Join WENs Facebook Page!Would you like to be friends with the Womens Environmental Network? If you answered yes,you are in luck! The Womens Environmental Network has a Facebook page where you can find

information regarding upcoming events, add the organization to your list of friends and discusstopics. To see the Womens Environmental Network Facebook page, please clickhere.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~WEN Co-hosting the Wild & Scenic Film Festival Wednesday October 21, 2009

WHEN: Wednesday October 21, 2009International Rivers and the Women's Environmental Network are pleased to host the SanFrancisco screening of the Wild and Scenic Film Festival. The Wild and Scenic Film Festival isthe largest environmental film festival in the United States. The festival features inspiringenvironmental films that will inspire and motivate you to make a difference in your communityand the world. Tickets are $15 for each program and $25 for an all festival pass. Each program

will feature a unique selection of films (see below). To purchase tickets, visithttp://www.internationalrivers.org/events

Location: The Delancey Street Screening Room, 600 Embarcadero, San FranciscoDoors open at 5:30Program 1 begins at 6pmProgram 2 begins at 8:30pm

** Program I : 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM ** Global Focus: Puerto Rico, Rosa Hilda Ramos. In the shadow of polluting factories in Catao,Ramos led the movement to permanently protect the Las Cucharillas Marsh, one of the last openspaces in the area and one of the largest wetlands ecosystems in the region.STREETFILMS: PARK(ing) Day NYC 2007. Park(ing) Day is an international event that

reclaims over 200 parking spots in 50 cities around the world and transforms them into engagingpublic spaces for one day a year.Litterball. A short film that illustrates the power of vision. If we all wore rose colored glasses,our positive outlook could change the world. Solutions are as easy as changing perspective.Water Front. What if you lived by the largest body of fresh water in the world but could nolonger afford to use it? Residents of Highland Park, Michigan, known as the birthplace of theauto-industry, have received water bills as high as $10,000; they have had their water turned off,their homes foreclosed, and are struggling to keep water, a basic human right, from becomingprivatized.The Last Descent.2009 Wild & Scenic People's Choice Award. Join a group of world classwhitewater kayakers to some of the worlds most amazing rivers ... descending them possibly forthe last time. In Nepal, India, and Uganda, closing with Tuolumne River and the growingmovement to restore Hetch Hetchy Valley in Yosemite National Park.

Goldfish. A little girl questions why each one of her classmates were given a goldfish to fosterand wouldn't they be happier in the water with their family. So she recruits a friend to return thefish to their habitat by flushing them down the toilet much the same way Nemo got back to theocean in the acclaimed Disney film.

** Program II: 8:30 PM - 10:00 PM **Zoologic. A fussy zookeeper goes about his daily routine, but he must contend with a veryuncooperative little penguin.Papa Tortuga. Fernando shows that one person CAN make a difference. His efforts in

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Tecolutla, Vera Cruz, Mexico, have helped to save the endangered Lora Sea Turtles fromextinction.Burning the Future: Coal in America. Faced with toxic ground water, the obliteration of 1.4million acres of mountains, and a government that appeases industry, activists in West Virginiademonstrate a strength of purpose and character in their improbable fight to arouse the nationshelp in protecting their mountains, saving their families, and preserving their way of life.

A River's Last Breath. In the spring of 2007, a group of explorers and film makers traveled toChina's Yunnan Province and Tibetan Autonomous Region to discover firsthand the effect ofChina's rapid development on the country's rivers. The team paddled hundreds of miles of river,floated through massive dam sites and spoke to villagers being forced from their homes by risingreservoir levels. A River's Last Breath is a glimpse into the life of China's west, and the story ofthe slowly rising waters of the Yangtze River.Homegrown Revolution. For over twenty years, the Dervaes family have transformed theirurban Pasadena home into an urban homestead. As a family for this new paradigm, they harvestnearly 3 tons of organic food from their 1/10 acre garden while incorporating many back-to-basics practices, as well as solar energy and biodiesel.

Questions? Email [email protected]

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~WEN Member Spotlight: Michelle LeBeauThis month's WEN Member Spotlight highlights, Michelle LeBeau who works as a consultantproviding organizational development assistance to environmental agencies and nonprofitorganizations in the Bay Area. To see the current WEN Monthly Member Spotlight please clickhere.

Each month, WEN spotlights one member's story in order to explore the wide array of careersand career paths related to the environment. Please contact us at [email protected] if you'd like tobe spotlighted or if you'd like to nominate someone. Your spotlight will be displayed on ourwebsite, www.wencal.org and will be highlighted in our newsletter, with a readership of almost2,000 members.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Non-Profit Spotlight: 350.org Each month, WEN spotlights a non-profit organization that is helping engage the Bay Areacommunity on environmental issues.

What is 350.org 's Mission?

350.org 's mission is to organize an International Day of Climate Action this October24, 2009. Over 1,200 events are already planned at iconic places around the world, from the Taj Mahalto the Pyramids to the Golden Gate Bridge. Each event is linked with a simple message: 350. 350 partsper million is the safe level of Carbon Dioxide in our atmosphere according to the latest science, and it'sthe target world leaders should commit to when they sign a new international climate treaty inDecember. 350 is quickly becoming a global symbol for climate action -- register or join an event inyour community at 350.org .

What is the history of the organization?

350.org launched in 2008 as a small band of online organizers and environmentalwriter Bill McKibben. It's now expanded to become a coalition of hundreds of organizations across theplanet and has staff on every continent.

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What is the current top priority for 350.org ?

Building a global movement that can work for an international climate treaty that does what science saysis necessary, reducing CO2 to 350 parts per million.

One unknown fact about 350.org :

We're a small team! With only 7 core staff (one for each continent) and 20 field organizers scatteredacross the planet we rely on our supporters, you, to lead this movement by taking action in their owncommunity.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Workshops: Solar Living InstituteFor a complete listing of exciting workshops at the Solar Living Institute, visit:http://www.solarliving.org/workshops/.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Ecology Center Calendar: Events and LecturesFor a complete listing of classes, events and lectures at the Ecology Center visit:http://www.ecologycenter.org/calendar/~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

WEN Email ListAs a reminder, you can manage your email subscription change your email address, subscribe,unsubscribe by using the link at the bottom of each email, or by going to the WEN website(www.wencal.org). Forward your newsletter on to women who you think might be interested inWEN keep the list growing!

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EVENTS

Workshop and Mixer: The Cooperative Business as a Social Enterprise, Tuesday October

26, 2009

October is Cooperative Month! Come celebrate, learn about co-ops, and meet others interested inthis powerful, unconventional, and misunderstood business structure. 6:00pm-7:00pm: MeganAmaral, Jenny Kassan, and Janelle Orsi will provide an overview of the cooperative businessmodel, types of co-ops (from worker co-ops to credit unions), and basic legalities aroundforming and maintaining them. There will be time for participant discussion and questions.7:00pm-8:30pm: Mixer, with opportunities to identify others that share your particular interest.Bios: Megan Amaral chairs the steering committee for Besider.com, an internet-based consumercooperative currently in development. She has been a manager and/or member of co-ops inCalifornia, Oregon, Washington, Minnesota, and Vermont. She has an M.S. in CommunityDevelopment from UC Davis. Jenny Kassan is an attorney and community developmentconsultant, specializing in environmentally friendly and socially responsible ventures. She is themanaging director of Katovich Law Group. Her legal practice areas include small business start-up and financing, securities regulation, nonprofit law, business agreements, real estate

development, franchising, cooperatives, and assessment districts. Janelle Orsi is an attorneyspecializing in helping people share resources and create sustainable communities. She workswith cooperatives, social enterprises, non-profits, community gardens, cohousing communities,and anyone else doing innovative work to change the world. Janelle is co-author of "The SharingSolution: How to Save Money, Simplify Your Life & Build Community" (Nolo 2009).Time: 6pm-8pmOpen to Hub members and the publicInformation RSVP: http://cooperativebusiness.eventbrite.com

Volunteer: Creek Restoration with SPAWN, Saturday October 17, 2009CREEKSIDE RESTORATION with SPAWN's WSP INTERNS!The third installment of a 3-partrestoration effort along Lagunitas Creek in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area.

SPAWN has had a successful turnout during their last two events and anticipate Part 3 to be aswell! SPAWN is continuing their work to completely transform a historically impactedfloodplain area by removing invasives and preparing to plant native plants beneficial to salmonand freshwater shrimp. Come on out and have some fun along the creek! Directions: Take SFDBlvd from Fairfax, continue on through the town of Lagunitas and on past Samuel P. Taylor ParkCamp Headquarters. Keep going as if heading towards Olema. Once you pass the parking lot forDevil's Gulch Park (on your left still on SFD Boulevard) the turn for the house is just a little over1-mile further west on on your left. Look for the red salmon on the fence and the orange roadcones. We are in the house with all the stone work on the outside. If you reach Platform BridgeRoad, you have gone 1-mile to far west. If coming from west on SFD Boulevard, it is 2 milesfrom Olema on your right.Time: 10am - 2pmLocation: SPAWN office in Tocaloma at 9255 Sir Frances Drake Blvd.

Information: For more info, or for directions, contact [email protected], (415) 663- 8590 x 118http://www.spawnusa.org/upcomingevents/number-91.

Volunteer: Ivan Dickson Trail Day at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve East Bay,Saturday October 17, 2009In order to provide for visitor safety and to protect parkland resources, the Park District staff andtrail volunteers provide a much-needed source of labor to repair and enhance existing trails andconstruct new narrow trails. Trail maintenance projects at various Regional Parks include

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helping with pruning, erosion control, post installation, trail improvements, and new trailconstruction. A great way to see the parks! If you wish to help with a particular project,preregister by phone at least three days prior to the event. Youth under 18 years of age mustbring a parent or other parent-designated adult over 18 yrs. old to work with on the trail projects.If there is a group of youth under age 18, one adult supervisor per five youth is required.Regional Trails staff will assign participants to work teams supervised by EBRPD crew leaders.

The work teams will break out into groups throughout the site. Trail workdays continue untilabout 12:30 or 1pm. Everyone then reunites for lunch and a wrap-up. Be prepared for changingweather! Dress in layers and have appropriate clothing for light rain or to protect against fullexposure to sun. Bring work gloves and wear sturdy boots or shoes, long pants and long-sleevedT-shirts. Bring drinking water, snacks, sunscreen, and a hat that will protect your ears and neck.If your sensitivity to poison oak is high, bring an extra change of clothes and shoes, and a plasticbag to take away your exposed or soiled work clothes. Irritants may include ticks, mosquitos,sunburn, and blisters. Special precautions for preventing poison oak exposure and reducingirritants will be explained on site. Storm conditions or heavy rain will cancel events. To checkfor cancellation, call on the morning of the event.Location: Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve, Antioch.Time: 8:30am.Info: 510-544-2631, http://www.ebparks.org/getinvolved/volunteer/trail.

Less is More: The Pursuit of Happiness in Troubled Time Peninsula, Monday October 19,

2009A new vision of less is emerging: less stuff, less work, less stress, less debt. A life with Less

becomes a life of More: more time, more satisfaction, more balance, more security. Less is Moreis necessary today for a healthy planet, a caring society, and lasting happiness. For thoseinterested, an ongoing Simplicity Circle can be formed. Facilitator Cecile Andrews is the authorof Less is More, Slow is Beautiful, and Circle of Simplicity. She is active in the "transition town"movement, and she has her doctorate in education from Stanford.Location: Unitarian Universalist Church, 505 East Charleston Rd., Palo Alto.Time: 7:30pm - 9pm.Info: 650-494-0541, [email protected], http://www.uucpa.org/.

California's AB32: Global Warming Solutions Act -- Boon or Bust for California'sEconomic Recovery? San Francisco, Tuesday October 20, 2009Just when you thought AB32 needed to be strengthened, republican candidate Meg Whitmanrecently threw down the gauntlet by vowing to suspend AB32 if elected. To what extent arehigh-tech jobs projected to be lost in California as a result of higher fees on manufacturers,utilities (which by the way will help subsidize the cost of energy retrofits and renewableenergy)? Is AB32 really in any danger of being weakened? Come and add your voice to thisdiscussion about the economics of AB32. Speakers: Asm. Nancy Skinner; Audrey Chang,NRDC, San Francisco; David Fogarty, AB32 Implementation Group; Cliff Rechtschaffen, Officeof the Attorney General. Sponsored by Architects Designers Planners for Social Responsibilityand The Ecology Center.Time: 6pm Reception; 6:30pm Presentation. RSVP not required.Location: AIA San Francisco, 130 Sutter St, Suite 600, San Francisco.

Time: 6pm. Cost: $10. Info: [email protected], http://adpsr.org/nor-cal.

Volunteer: Weeding at the Edible Schoolyard East Bay , Wednesday October 21, 2009Please join us in the Edible Schoolyard garden at Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School onWednesday afternoons for fun, sun, lively conversation, and garden work. Our WednesdayWeeding crew assists with garden tasks and maintenance. Crew members must first register withBerkeley School Volunteers before beginning their work. We ask that all volunteers commit to atleast one semester, and regret that we are unable to engage short-term volunteers. Gardening

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experience is helpful, but not necessary. We do ask that you come prepared to do physical workand dressed appropriately. Call or email for more information or to sign up.Location: The Edible Schoolyard Garden, King Middle School, 1781 Rose Street, Berkeley.Time: 2:30pm - 4pm.Info: 510-558-1335, [email protected], http://www.edibleschoolyard.org/get-involved.

Wild and Scenic Environmental Film Festival San Francisco, Wednesday October 21, 2009The festival showcases environmental and adventure films that illustrate the Earth's beauty, thechallenges facing our planet, and the work that communities are doing to protect theenvironment. Hosted by International Rivers and the Women's Environmental Network. Doorsopen at 5:30pm, Program 1 begins at 6pm, Program 2 begins at 8:30pm. Please join us for food,drinks, a raffle, and of course, some of the year's best environmental films. We expect to fill thetheater to capacity. To guarantee your spot, purchase your tickets online now.Location: Delancey Street Screening Room, 600 Embarcadero, at Brannan Street, San Francisco.Time: 5:30pm.Cost: $15 for each program and $25 for an all festival pass that gets you into both screenings.Info: http://www.internationalrivers.org/en/events. See more details above.

Berkeley Path Wanderers: Founder's Walk East Bay, Thursday October 22, 2009

Join a BPWA co-founder on a brisk tour of her favorite paths. Includes some steep uphills andbrief rest stops. Walk starts promptly at 10am and last 2.5 hours, so avoid 2-hr. parking spotsaround the park. Leader: Pat DeVito. Contact: Keith Skinner. Meet: Berkeley Rose Garden, nearthe sign on Euclid Ave. Transit: AC Transit buses: #65 #67Location: Berkeley.Time: 10am. Info: 510-520-3876, [email protected],http://www.berkeleypaths.org/events/weekdaywalks.htm.

Lecture: NAF Cleantech Speaker Series: #1 Smart Grid Energy Efficiency, ThursdayOctober 22, 2009.The Netherland-America Foundation (NAF) and HubTech 21 present a conference onLeveraging Smart Grid Innovation: Exploring Local Partnership Models between the Public andPrivate Sector. Matt Rogers, Senior Advisor to the Obama Administrations Dept. of Energy

rocked the boat recently by stating that the success of cleantech in America hinges on the privatesector, not the government. Indeed cleantech has become a significant category for investors inrecent years. Just last year, venture capitalists spent over $4B on clean technology investments.Yet to catalyze innovation and commercialize emerging technologies to create a viable industry,whats needed is 40 times the amount in venture money than whats available today, says IanCopeland, head of Bechtels renewable energy group. It will take a solid partnership, he believes,between private and public sectors to overcome the climate crisis, and create an industry thatsviable all at once. On this first gathering of the NAF Cleantech Speaker Series we will focus onthe smart grid industry. Our panel will explore how startups, utilities and public sectors can bestwork together to provide the best opportunity to drive smart grid innovation. What are some ofthe best practices today (or should be) that are creating new standards that will transform thesmart grid industry? Are there lessons to learn from our European counterparts?Speakers:

Joris Jonker, CEO Home Automation Europe Tony de Rijk, President and CEO, iDo Technology Eric Wesoff, Greentech Media San Francisco Public Utilities Association (TBD) Silicon Valley Investment Community (TBD)

Time: 6:00pm - 10:00pmLocation: Venue: HubTech21 San Francisco office, 2415 Third Street, San Francisco, CA,94107.Information: Please visit our website www.thenaf.org to see a full program. If

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youre interested and would like to participate, then please send an e-mail to Geert van der Zalm [email protected] or contact [email protected] Register before Monday October 19, 2009To register for this event please click here or visit our website http://www.thenafnorcal.org

Benefit: Oysters on the Half Shell Happy Hour-- East Bay, Thursday October 22, 2009

A benefit to support The Watershed Project's Native Oyster Restoration Program. An evening ofoysters, champagne and cocktails, live jazz, and special guests including author David Helvarg,President of Blue Frontier. To purchase tickets, call with a credit card, pay by cash or credit cardat the door, or pay online through Paypal.Location: Craneway Pavilion, 1414 Harbour Way South, Marina District, Richmond.Time: 6pm - 8pm.Cost: $40/person.Info: 510-665-3643, http://www.thewatershedproject.org/oysterhappyhour2009.html.

Class: Green Marketing for Small Business San Francisco, Thursday October 22, 2009-

Thursday October 29, 2009Green Marketing for Small Business (6 hrs). The growing importance of being anenvironmentally friendly small business cannot be overemphasized. Learn the tools to go beyond

compliance and learn how to leverage green as a marketable advantage. SMGB 8501 GreenMarketing for Small Bus. (0.3 hours) Noncredit.Location: City College of San Francisco, Downtown Campus, 88 4th Street, Mission and 4th,San Francisco.Time: 6pm - 9pm.Info: 415-239-3000, http://www.ccsf.edu/.

Berkeley Start at Home Workshops: Home Energy Improvement East Bay, Thursday

October 22, 2009Berkeley Plans to Use Stimulus Funds for Home Energy Improvements. Do you live in a draftyBerkeley home? Not only is your leaky home letting all your warm air out, it may also be lettingdust and contaminants in! City of Berkeley is sponsoring free workshops to teach you about howto protect and insulate your home to save energy, money, and improve the overall health,comfort and performance of your home. Learn about how to: Improve Comfort, Save Energy &Money, Improve Indoor Air Quality, Finance Energy Efficiency Retrofits, Take Advantage ofIncentives and Rebates. Meet local home performance contractors and energy specialists.Presentations by City Staff, PG&E, The Ecology Center, and SmartSolar. Free Snacks andGiveaways! Call or email to RSVP or for information about accommodations.Location: Epworth Unified Methodist Church, 1953 Hopkins St., Berkeley.Time: 7pm - 8:30pm.Cost: Free.Info: 510-981-7473, [email protected], http://www.berkeleyclimateaction.org/.

International Day of Climate Action -- SF SF Bay Area, Saturday October 24, 2009Join thousands around the world, at over 1500 actions in 125 countries, in calling for climate

justice at the Copenhagen climate talks for the International Day of Climate Action. There aremany great actions around the Bay being planned - visit website to sign up for a local event. Andjoin us as the Bay Area converges at Justin Herman Plaza / the Ferry Building at 3pm to tell ourleaders that the world needs just climate action now! Actions include -- Public Education Actionsat Bay Area BART stations and transit hubs: Morning/Early Afternoon. Sign up to plan an actionor event at your local station! Pass out flyers on climate justice, plan a guerilla poetry reading,plan an art building. The ideas are endless. Surfer Action at Ocean Beach: 11am, sponsored bySurfrider Foundation SF Be a part of 350 surfers paddling out, spelling 350 with our boards, helpwith a beach cleanup, mark the future post climate changes sea level and then join the 3pm MassConvergence. SF Bike Action: 2pm. Bike the SF Shoreline! Get your bikes ready for underwater

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pedaling! Pull out your floaties and snorkel masks! Sign up to be one of 350 bicyclists to ridealong SF's future post climate-changed shoreline as part of this Global Day of Climate Action.When you sign up, you will be assigned a number and you will be contacted soon with moreinformation. At the ride you'll also receive a colorful flag for your bike which you will get tokeep. This action will start at 2pm from Justin Herman Plaza (SF). Bay Area Mass Convergence:3pm, Justin Herman Plaza/SF Ferry Bldg. (Embarcadero BART), near foot of Market St., San

Francisco. Including these actions, there will also a 350 mile bike ride from Arcata to SanFrancisco, and more! All of which will culminate at Justin Herman Plaza at 3pm! Info:http://west.actforclimatejustice.org/upcoming-events/international-day-of-climate-action-102409/.

International Day of Climate Action, Saturday October 24, 2009350.org encourages everyone to get involved in a day of action to help fight against the climate

crisis. The focus is on reducing upper levels of carbon dioxide to 350ppm, the safe limit for theatmosphere. To find ideas and help planning for actions, visit website. Info: 510-250-7860,http://www.350.org/.

Raptor Fest Marin County, Saturday October 24 and Sunday October 25, 2009The Golden Gate Raptor Observatory is celebrating 25 years of volunteer-driven raptor

monitoring! October 24, Saturday and October 25, Sunday: Scientific Displays, RadiotelemetryDemonstrations, Live Non-releasable Raptors (10am-2pm both days), Kid Crafts and Activities,GGRO 25th Anniversary Product Sales, HawkTalks and Banding Demonstrations on Hawk Hill,and Raptor Art. October 25, Sunday: All the above and the GGRO Symposium (SUNSETBuilding 1054)- talks on GGRO science and conservation about what we've learned over 25years. Speakers from GGRO, UC Davis, and SF State University, presenting results of theirresearch with GGRO. Please note - There are NO food or beverage vendors in the MarinHeadlands. You are advised to bring a picnic lunch and anything else you may need! There aremany cafes and restaurants in Sausalito - not a long distance away, but with weekend traffic andtourism it could take up to 30 minutes to travel one way. Look for our signs near the beach!Location: Fort Cronkhite, at Rodeo Beach, Sausalito.Time: 10am - 4pm.Cost: Free, no registration required -- seating will be first come, first served.

Info: 415-331-0730, [email protected], http://www.parksconservancy.org/our-work/ggro/?autologin=true&AddInterest=1144.

East Bay Green Tour East Bay, Saturday October 24, 2009Meet the owners of cutting edge groups and businesses that drive the engine of the global greeneconomy. Engaging and entertaining, the tour shows a range of innovative green-certifiedbusinesses, restaurants, home services, product manufacturers, alternative transportation, andrenewable energy. Gain insights into how businesses and organizations think green and succeed!Register online.Location: Berkeley.Time: 9:30am - 5:30pm.Cost: $90.Info: 510-704-0379, [email protected], https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/81602.

Seminar: Nonprofit Facilities and Shared Workspace East Bay, Tuesday October 27, 2009As the real estate market continues to fluctuate and stimulus funds become available, nonprofit

organizations are finding new opportunities to create quality workspace and facilities forthemselves and the communities they serve. Join us for a hands-on training seminar to help youragency successfully create and operate a mission-enhancing, financially sustainable facility.Register online.Location: David Brower Center, 2150 Allston Way, (at Oxford), Berkeley.Time: 8:30am - 4:45pm.

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Cost: $199 general, $125 member.Info: 415-561-6365, http://www.nonprofitcenters.org/.

Volunteer: Restoration at the Martin Luther King Jr. Shoreline Park East Bay, SaturdayOctober 31, 2009Help Save The Bay remove non-native vegetation and promote the health of our native plants

like California bee plant, blue-eyed grass, and sticky monkey flower. Other activities includeshoreline cleanup, collecting native seeds, making plant cuttings and work in our on-site nativeplant nursery. This urban area includes some of the last remaining wetland habitat in the EastBay and is home to many species, including the endangered California clapper rail andburrowing owls. This program is part of Save The Bay's ongoing wetland restoration projectswith our site partner East Bay Regional Park District. No experience necessary, ages ten and upwelcome. Gloves, tools and all instruction are provided. Each event is led by Save The Bay staff,who are certified in CPR and Wilderness First Aid, all site projects have been planned to insuresafety. RSVP is requested due to the sensitive nature of the restoration site. Please signup onlineor contact Natalie LaVan by phone or email. If you have a community group or employee teamwith 15 or more people and would like to schedule a private event for your group, please letNatalie know.Location: Martin Luther King Shoreline Park, between Coliseum and Oakland Airport, Oakland.

Time: 9am - Noon.Cost: Free.Info: 510-452-9261 ext. 109, [email protected],http://www.savesfbay.org/site/apps/cd/event.asp?c=dgKLLSOwEnH&b=474651.

Rain Garden Workshop Marin County, Saturday November 7, 2009Getting Ready For The Rainy Season. SPAWN sponsors rain garden tours and workshops toencourage community water conservation and to protect local streams. On Saturday, October3rd, and Saturday November 7th, SPAWN will host two different workshops at local residencesto teach the basics of rain garden design to 'slow, spread & sink' precious rain water into theground water table. Workshop participants will build and complete a native rain garden duringthe course of each workshop. We are requesting pre-payment since these tours are very popularand fill up quickly! To confirm your reservation please send an email and then mail a check to

Att: Rain Garden Tour/Workshop, SPAWN, POB 370, Forest Knolls, CA 94933. Call to use acredit card.Time: 10am - 2pm.Cost: $35.Info: 415-845-3568, [email protected], http://spawnusa.org/.

Workshop: Eat Local East Bay, Saturday November 7, 2009Learn about and begin eating more from your local "Foodshed". Know your farmers markets

and eat from local farms, organic gardens, container and roof gardens. We'll talk about gleaning,foraging, edible weeds and landscaping, alternate food sources, food preservation, and more."Eat what is in abundance." There will be an acorn preparation demo and short weed walk,weather permitting. Taught by Terri Compost, a local naturalist who has been collecting andeating wild foods for many years and is still around to tell the tales. Please call to register. Please

specify when registering if ASL interpretation is requested, (at least 10 working days inadvance).Location: Ecology Center, 2530 San Pablo Ave, near Dwight Way, Berkeley.Time: 11am - 2pm.Cost: $15 general, $10 EC members, no one turned away for lack of funds.Info: 510-548-2220 x233.

East Bay Green Tour East Bay, Monday November 9, 2009 and Wednesday November 11,

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Meet the owners of cutting edge groups and businesses that drive the engine of the global greeneconomy. Engaging and entertaining, the tour shows a range of innovative green-certifiedbusinesses, restaurants, home services, product manufacturers, alternative transportation, andrenewable energy. Gain insights into how businesses and organizations think green and succeed!Register online.Location: Berkeley.

Time: 9am - 5:30pm.Cost: $90.Info: 510-704-0379, [email protected], https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/81602.

Fireside Chat with leaders of the Wind Industry. Wednesday November 11, 2009THE SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA CHAPTER of WoWE is pleased to invite you to a veryspecial reception and fireside chat with three leaders of the Wind Industry. Join us onWednesday, November 11, from 6:30 to 9:00 PM at the beautiful Presidio Golf Clubhouse (300Finley Road, San Francisco) for libations, artisan treats, sumptuous desserts, and of course, alively discussion. Dr. James Walker (invited) served as President of the American Wind EnergyAssociation during the transition to the Obama Administration and was influential in the shapingof public policy in the stimulus bill (ARRA). Jim was also CEO of enXco and is co-founder ofthe Princeton Energy Group, Nordic Windpower, and Asociados Panamericanos.

Jan Bittersdorf was the first WoWE Woman of the Year honoree. She serves on the SteeringCommittee of WoWE and is CEO of NRG Systems, one of the most admired companies in theindustry. Tom Weis is President of Windpower Solutions and an advisor to the American WindWildlife Institute. He is a widely respected thinker in the renewable energy industry and afrequent contributor to industry publications.This WoWE reception is made possible with the generous support of Stoel Rives LLP, leaders inthe law of renewable energy, and Green Pacific, a green and clean tech PR and marketing firmand friend of WoWE.Time: 6:30-9pmLocation: Presidio Golf Course, 300 Finley Road, San FranciscoInformation and Reservations: Andrea Taber, Chapter Leader, San Francisco Bay Area Chapterof WoWE [email protected], 415-269-1848

Green America's Green Business Conference San Francisco, Wednesday November 11 andThursday November 12, 2009Discover New Ways to Prosper in the New Economy. Whether you're an experienced green

business or just starting out - join business leaders from Organic Valley, Birkenstock USA, SlowMoney, RSF Social Finance and Green for All at this hands-on business conference. Receiveinsights into the state of the green marketplace, and get the latest on social networking andfinancial tools to grow your business. All conference attendees receive two free passes to attendthe San Francisco Green Festival, November 14-16 at the Concourse Design Center. Registeronline.Location: Hotel Whitcomb, 1231 Market Street, San Francisco.Cost: $495 general. A limited number of partial scholarships and student discount rate areavailable.Info: 202-872-5330, http://www.greenamericatoday.org/cabn/conference/.

Green Festival San Francisco, Friday November 13 through Sunday November 15, 2009San Francisco Green Festival is a joint project of Global Exchange and Green America. Find

out how Bay Area neighbors, community nonprofits and city departments are working togetherto make their cities healthier places to live. This year includes over 350 exhibit and 150 speakersand workshops, which can be seen on the website.Location: San Francisco Concourse Exhibition Center, 635 Eighth Street, (at Brannan Street),San Francisco.

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Time: all day.Cost: $15/$10 students, seniors, bike riders/kids, members and volunteers free.Info: 800-58-GREEN, http://www.greenfestivals.org/san-francisco/.

Anniversary Benefit Bash: The Sea Turtle Restoration Project East Bay, Saturday

November 14, 2009

Join the Sea Turtle Restoration Project board and founder Todd Steiner to celebrate 20 years ofmaking waves for sea turtles and the oceans! Good friends - Meet leading ocean activists;Festive food and drink; Lively music for dancing; Silent auction featuring dream trips, littleluxuries and much more. Special reception with the hosts from 6pm-7pm. Purchase ticketsonline.Location: David Brower Center, 2150 Allston Way, (at Oxford), Berkeley.Time: 7pm - 11pm.Cost: VIP Reception and Party: $120 per person; $200 per couple. Big Splash Party: $85 perperson; $150 per couple.Info: 415-663-8590, [email protected], http://www.seaturtles.org/article.php?id=1427.

JOBS

Save the Bay: Web and Communications SpecialistOakland, CASave The Bay is the largest regional organization working to protect, restore and celebrate SanFrancisco Bay. As its leading champion since 1961, Save The Bay protects the Bay frompollution and inappropriate shoreline development, making it cleaner and healthier for peopleand wildlife. We restore habitat and secure strong policies to re-establish 100,000 acres ofwetlands that are essential for a healthy Bay. We engage more than 25,000 supporters, advocatesand volunteers to protect the Bay, and inspire the next generation of environmental leaders byeducating thousands of students annually.

Save The Bay seeks a Web and Communications Specialist to manage existing andimplementations of new online technologies, as well as direct the organizations webdevelopment and online marketing activities to further engage existing constituents, recruit newsupporters, and increase online activism. The Web and Communications Specialist leads SaveThe Bays website design and development, online marketing strategies, and online advocacycampaigns to achieve the organizations ambitious program goals and growth objectives. TheSpecialist contributes to online fundraising and social networking outreach and provides othersupport as necessary. The position entails project management, designing web graphics, andcopy-editing. The ideal candidate has demonstrated success in leading online marketingcampaigns for a cause-related organization with proven results, has outstanding webdevelopment and production experience, and superior graphic design skills. Experience workingin Drupal and Drupal modules is essential. For more information, clickhere.

Rainforest Action Network: Online Communications ManagerSan Francisco, CAFor more than 20 years, Rainforest Action Network (RAN) has campaigned for the forests, theirinhabitants and the natural systems that sustain life. In coalition with Indigenous communitiesand allies from around the world, RAN uses non-violent direct action, grassroots organizing,education, and strategic communications to challenge corporations to stop destructive operations,respect human rights, and adopt comprehensive policies that reduce their contributions to globalwarming. Later this year, RAN will be launching a new campaign to hold Chevron accountablefor years of contamination and neglect in Ecuador and a rash of human rights and environmentalabuses around the world. This will be a multi-year campaign and a top priority for theorganization.

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RAN is looking for an Online Communications Manager to develop and implementsavvy online and offline promotion plans for our new Chevron campaign. The ideal candidatehas a passion for fighting climate change, upholding human rights and protecting rainforests, andusing creative communications as a tool to do so. The Online Communications Manager willwork with the communications team and the Chevron campaign team to mount a globalcampaign to persuade Chevron to clean up contaminated communities in Ecuador while

implementing a 21st century global environmental and human rights policy. The OnlineCommunications Manager will be able to develop comprehensive communications strategies forthe Chevron campaign and manage innovative online and offline promotion plans. They will besomeone who understands media and communications as it relates to grassroots organizing andadvocacy campaigns. They will pitch and place stories in print, broadcast and electronic media;develop media plans for campaign activities, with a strong emphasis on online media; write anddisseminate news releases and advisories; develop print, broadcast and online ad campaigns; andaid in the production of campaign and organizational brochures and other collateral materials.For additional information on how to apply, clickhere. Last day to apply is Nov 15th.

Rainforest Action Network: Online CampaignerSan Francisco, CAFor more than 20 years, Rainforest Action Network (RAN) has campaigned for the forests, their

inhabitants and the natural systems that sustain life. In coalition with indigenous communitiesand allies from around the world, RAN uses non-violent direct action, grassroots organizing,education, and strategic communications to challenge corporations to stop destructive operations,respect human rights, and adopt comprehensive policies that reduce their contributions to globalwarming. In the next few months RAN will be launching a new campaign to hold Chevronaccountable for years of contamination and neglect in Ecuador and a rash of human rights andenvironmental abuses around the world. This will be a multi-year campaign and a top priority forthe organization.

RAN is looking for a web-savvy campaigner with a passion for fighting climate change,upholding human rights and protecting rainforests. This Online Campaigner will be part of ateam working to mount a global campaign to persuade Chevron to clean up contaminatedcommunities in Ecuador while implementing a global environmental and human rights policy.A successful candidate will have experience with effective online and offline political or

advocacy campaigns and understand the tools and lessons necessary for both. They will besomeone who understands grassroots organizing and advocacy and the goal of connectingcommunities to action - both online and off. They see technology as a creative tool for socialchange. Clickhere for more information. Last day to apply is November 30 th.

Pie Ranch: Operations ManagerPescadero, CAPie Ranch is a sustainable food system education and advocacy organization that inspires andcreates a new generation of farmers, educators, entrepreneurs, and advocates with the knowledgeand the skills to work together to build a healthy, sustainable, inclusive food system. For moreinformation on the organization, see www.pieranch.org

Pie Ranch is in a phase of intensive growth, and we are seeking to hire an OperationsManager to support the growth and function of the organization. The Operations Manager (OM)

will initially be a half to three quarter-time position that reports to the Executive Director, andfunctions as a member of the senior management team, including the Director and the FarmPrograms Director. The OM will serve as the business manager for the entire organization,providing guidance and support to the director on business and financial systems establishmentand support for all farm-based and off-site programs and functions, including developmentoffice, youth education program, apprenticeship program, community education program, farmproduction, and farmstand. During short-term absences of the Director, the OM will assist theFarm Programs Director and will assume responsibility for all administrative and fiscal aspectsof the organization. The OM will work closely with certain Board committees, particularly the

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Board's Executive Committee and the Development Committee. For additional details andapplication information, clickhere. Last day to apply is October 18th.

Walk Oakland Bike Oakland: Executive DirectorOakland, CA. Part-time.Walk Oakland-Bike Oakland (WOBO) is a 3-year old 501(c)3 non-profit organization whose

mission is to improve neighborhood quality of life in Oakland by making walking and bikingeasy, safe, accessible and fun. WOBO is fast-growing and seeks its first Executive Director tosupport and leverage the tremendous work of our volunteers and to build momentum for WOBOto become Oaklands premiere group promoting walking and bicycling as sustainable andequitable transportation investments and choices. The Executive Director will report to the Boardof Directors and will be responsible for oversight of campaigns, fundraising, membershipdevelopment, building relationships with key stakeholders and partners, and serving as a primarycontact and spokesperson for the organization. Areas of primary responsibility include: FinancialManagement/Fundraising; Member and Volunteer Development; Campaign Support &Advocacy; and Board Relations. WOBO welcomes applicants from diverse communities,including LGBT, people of color, and people with disabilities. For more information on positionqualifications and application instructions clickhere. Last day to apply is October 31st.

Green for All: Communications DirectorOakland, CAGreen For All is a national organization dedicated to building an inclusive green economy strongenough to lift people out of poverty. Green for All advocates for local, state and federal policiesand funding for quality job creation, training, and entrepreneurial opportunities in the emerginggreen economy. Green for All is developing a national network to engage people from everysector of society in (1) collaborating to build a green economy that works for all by sharinginnovation, best practices, and relationships to (2) advance major policy initiatives that fight bothpoverty and pollution at the same time. For more information about Green For All go to:www.greenforall.org/about-us.

The Communications Director is directly responsible for developing and implementingthe messaging and media strategy of Green For All, including building partnerships and creatinga communications plan to advance Green For Alls agenda and win legislative victories.

Successful candidates will be values driven, self-motivated, detail oriented, resourceful, and haveexperience in communications, politics, advocacy and organizing. They will be able to workefficiently in a fast-paced environment that requires adaptability to shifting priorities, a keensense of urgency, and a commitment to excellence. For more information, clickhere. Last day toapply is November 16th.

Green for All: Senior Web AssociateOakland, CAGreen For All is a national organization working to build an inclusive green economy strongenough to lift people out of poverty. Green For All is dedicated to improving the lives of allAmericans through a clean energy economy. We work in collaboration with the business,government, labor, and grassroots communities to create and implement programs that increasequality jobs and opportunities in green industry all while holding the most vulnerable people at

the center of our agenda.Green For All is seeking an experienced web professional to join our Internet team.

Successful candidates will have proven technical expertise and experience in supporting the webneeds of a non-profit organization. They will be ready to hit the ground running, values driven,self-motivated, detail oriented, and resourceful. They will also be able to work efficiently andwith a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment that requires adaptability to shiftingpriorities, a keen sense of urgency, and a commitment to excellence. Please carefully review therequired skills and experience here before submitting your application. Last day to apply isOctober 30th.

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ForestEthics: Organizing DirectorSan Francisco, CA or Bellingham, WA office.Founded in 2000, ForestEthics is a nonprofit environmental organization with staff in Canadaand the United States. Our mission is to protect Endangered Forests and wild places, wildlife,and human wellbeing. We catalyze environmental leadership among industry, governments and

communities by running hard-hitting and highly effective campaigns that leverage publicdialogue and pressure to achieve our goals. Our current campaigns focus on climate change,wild places in Canada and in Californias Sierra, and on industries that use products that comefrom these places. Our efforts have helped secure the protection of more than 65 million acres offorest and transformed the environmental practices of Fortune 500 companies including Dell,Staples, Office Depot, Victorias Secret, Williams-Sonoma, and many others.

ForestEthics is seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, senior-level organizer with a proventrack record to manage and grow our Organizing Department. We have recently added twoexciting campaigns to our roster -- the Tar Sands and Do Not Mail campaigns -- and we needsomeone with experience and insight to guide the organizing strategies and help us grow ourgrassroots base in the process with these and our other campaigns. The Organizing Director willbe in charge of all aspects of the department, including, but not limited to, strategic planning andbudgeting, personnel management, fundraising, and implementing organizing strategies. This is

a management position that is also expected to be hands-on and engaged in grassroots organizingon all levels. This is a full-time position with excellent benefits, located in one of ForestEthicshub offices in San Francisco, Portland or Bellingham. For further position details, clickhere.

Silicon Valley Leadership Group: Bay Area Climate Collaborative Program DirectorSan Jose, CA. Long-term contract.The Silicon Valley Leadership Group (SVLG) is organized to involve principal officers andsenior managers of member companies in a cooperative effort with local, regional, state, andfederal government officials to address major public policy issues affecting the economic healthand quality of life in Silicon Valley. It is SVLGs vision to ensure the economic health and ahigh quality of life in Silicon Valley for our entire community by advocating for adequateaffordable housing, comprehensive regional transportation, reliable energy, a quality K-12 andhigher education system and prepared workforce, a sustainable environment, and business and

tax policies that keep California and Silicon Valley competitive.The Bay Area Climate Collaborative (BACC) is looking for a highly qualified candidateto fill our BACC Program Director position. The Program Director is responsible for the overallleadership of the BACC, the steering committee and its working groups covering areas such aselectric vehicles, solar and green building standards, alternative energy. The Program Directorensures all BACC initiatives are high-quality, are measureable and support the guidelines of theBay Area Climate Compact. For further information about this position, clickhere.

Environmental Justice Coalition for Water: Operations DirectorOakland, CAEJCW is a non-profit organization comprised of more than sixty grassroots groups andintermediary organizations formed to advance a progressive, community-driven policy agendathat affirmatively addresses the water-related issues, problems, and visions of low-income

communities and people of color in California. EJCW works to educate and build leadership inorder for our members to become effective water advocates locally, regionally, and statewide.We seek to support and promote greater advocacy for environmental justice issues in Californiawater policy and to support community participation in water policy forums. We recognize thataccess to safe and affordable water is a crucial part of achieving economic development,attaining a clean environment, and ensuring public health for low-income communities andcommunities of color.

The Environmental Justice Coalition for Water (EJCW) seeks a full-time OperationsDirector. We are seeking an experienced professional with proven administrative, organizational

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and financial skills. The Operations Director is responsible for the oversight of all finance,accounting, human resource, and office operations functions. Performance at this level requiresknowledge of non-profit management policies and procedures and the ability to choose among anumber of alternatives in solving both routine and unusual problems. The Operations Directormust be able to effectively handle a variety of tasks and work independently, while also workingas part of a team. We are looking for a non-profit management professional with initiative, drive,

and a passion for creating and ensuring the efficient operation of our office. For additionalinformation about the position clickhere. Last day to apply is November 27th.

The Energy Foundation: China Sustainable Energy Program AssistantSan Francisco, CAThe Energy Foundation is a partnership of major donors interested in solving the world's energyproblems. Our mission is to advance energy efficiency and renewable energy newtechnologies that are essential components of a clean energy future. Our primary role is as agrantmaker, providing resources to the institutions that most effectively leverage change. Whenwe see an unmet need we also take direct initiatives, commission papers, or convene meetings.

The China Sustainable Energy Program Assistant is responsible for providing a widevariety of administrative and programmatic support for the Sr. Vice President and the CSEPProgram Manager in the San Francisco CA office. The Program Assistant will serve as a link

between the 3-person US office team and the Beijing, China office team of 24 staff. The ProgramAssistant reports to the Senior Vice President and Director of China Sustainable EnergyProgram. More detailed information about position responsibilities and qualifications can befound here. Last day to apply is October 28th.

Earthjustice Oakland: Development Associate.Oakland, CA. Temporary (4+ month position).Earthjustice is the nations leading nonprofit environmental law firm working through the courtsand on Capitol Hill to preserve our nations natural heritage, safeguard our environmental health,and create a sustainable energy future. Earthjustice works through the courts on behalf of citizengroups, scientists, and other parties to ensure government agencies and private interests followthe law. On Capitol Hill, we work to protect and strengthen federal environmental laws andpreserve special places, like the Arctic.

We are seeking a temporary, full-time Donor Relations Associate to provide 4+ monthsof coverage for a staff member on temporary leave from our fundraising department starting midNovember. The Donor Relations Associate will be responsible for fielding inquiries andaccepting donations from our donors and prospective donors. Responsibilities include, but notlimited to: Serving as the primary point of contact for the acceptance of contributions phoned into the organization; Ensuring that all interactions with donors are accurately recorded in thedonor database in a timely manner; Fielding requests for address changes, mailing preferencechanges, opt-outs from Earthjustice mailings, and other donor account management needs;Providing timely and professional responses to questions about Earthjustice from current andpotential donors. Conduct basic research on the Earthjustice website to help respond to inquiries;Accepting and processing corporate matching gifts, workplace giving, tribute & memorialgiving, and monthly giving in coordination with the Gifts & Data Processing team. Forinformation on position qualifications and application details, clickhere. Last day to apply is

October 23rd

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Natural Heritage Institute: Water Resources Engineer, Hydrologist or Scientist for

California, Transboundary and Global ProjectsSan Francisco, CANHI is a non-profit organization of lawyers, scientists, and economists dedicated to improvingthe management of water resources and aquatic ecosystems in the United States and globally.Since our founding in 1989, we have been a leader in crafting innovative solutions that are based

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on sound science, economics and policy. For more detail on NHI, please visit our website atwww.n-h-i.org.

The Natural Heritage Institute is seeking to immediately hire an experienced waterresources technical specialist to develop and implement water resource management innovationsin both the California and global settings. This senior level management position can be in eitherthe San Francisco or Sacramento. Required qualifications: Advanced degree in civil engineering,

hydrologic science, fluvial geomorphology, or aquatic restoration ecology; Excellent analyticalskills, including familiarity with analytical tool and hydrologic planning models; Minimum of 5years of relevant experience; Superlative written and oral communication skills; Exceptionalinterpersonal skills; Ability to conceive, organize, articulate, resource and manage complexwater resources restoration projects, involving multiple partners and consultants; A passion forconservation of natural resources. We do not expect to find this full range of capabilities in anyone individual. Rather we are looking for solid relevant credentials and the ability to quicklymaster our exceptionally demanding projects. This hire could evolve into an executive positionwith responsibilities for organizational management. Further position details can be found here.Last day to apply is November 2

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Amazon Watch: Program DirectorSan Francisco, CA

Founded in 1996, Amazon Watch is a dynamic nonprofit organization that protects the rainforestand advances the rights of indigenous peoples in the Amazon Basin. We partner with indigenousand environmental organizations in campaigns for human rights, corporate accountability and thepreservation of the Amazon's ecological systems. Amazon Watch has successfully led the way ina number of groundbreaking victories for indigenous peoples' rights and the environmentthrough effective campaigning, educating corporations and the public, and strengthening thecapacities of indigenous committees.Amazon Watch is seeking a passionate professional for a new position. The Program Director isresponsible for managing and directing program staff to deliver results in our advocacycampaigns for human rights, corporate accountability and the preservation of the Amazon'secological systems. The Program Director is also responsible for helping our program teamsdeliver effective support to indigenous and local communities in the regions of the Amazonwhere we work. This position reports to the Executive Director and is part of the senior

management team at Amazon Watch. For more information, clickhere. Last day to apply isNovember 1st.

Alameda County Watershed Forum: Forum CoordinatorAlameda County, CA. Part-time.Established in 2005, the Alameda County Watershed Forums mission is to promote localwatershed education, restoration, and stewardship of Alameda County watersheds throughcooperation and coordination among interested parties. Its primary goals are: foster collaborationamong organizations and individuals interested in the health and well-being of Alameda Countywatersheds; share information, expertise, and ideas on watershed related issues; and support theefforts within the County to protect and enhance creeks and watersheds.

The Alameda County Watershed Forum is seeking an environmentally oriented self-starter to fill a part-time coordinator position as an independent contractor. The Forum

Coordinator position offers an opportunity to take a growing organization to exciting new levels.For over five years the Forum has been a mechanism for strengthening local watershed educationand restoration efforts. The organization is in a major growth phase and we need someone whocan continue the momentum. We are seeking a coordinator who has the enthusiasm, commitmentand experience to enable us to continue to grow the organization, support the watershedcommunity, and implement our new strategic plan. A complete job description can be foundhere. Last day to apply is November 16th.

Stanford University: Sustainability and Energy/Water Conservation Coordinator

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Stanford, CAThe Sustainability and Energy/Water Conservation Coordinator is a member of the HousingPlanned and Sustainability Projects (HPSP) professional staff reporting to the Assistant Directorfor HPSP. The Coordinator has a highly visible role in Student Housing (SH) providingleadership and support for all sustainability and green building initiatives throughout StudentHousing, planning and marketing outreach programs to students and staff, developing and

maintaining sustainability indicators for Student Housing (energy and natural resource use, wastegeneration and recycling volumes, number of awareness activities), providing design and projectmanagement oversight for energy and water conservation projects; developing standards andspecifications for sustainable design and construction, implementing advanced metering andcontrol systems for SH facilities; and providing technical assistance to other SH groups. Formore detailed position information, clickhere.

In Defense of Animals: Development Associate / CoordinatorSan Rafael, CAIn Defense of Animals (IDA), an international animal protection and advocacy organization, isseeking an Associate Director/ Officer - Major Gifts. The mission of IDA is to defend the rights,welfare, and habitats of animals. From rescuing, giving sanctuary and providing veterinary careto abused and abandoned animals in rural Mississippi; to chimpanzee victims of the bush meat

trade in Cameroon, Africa; to street animals of Mumbai, India; to fighting the South Korean dogand cat meat trade; to protecting our nation's wild horses; to our campaigns against the puppymills, vivisection, fur industry; to our campaign on behalf of elephants in zoos and circuses -IDA is a recognized leader in the advancement of animal rights and welfare and for advocatingthe protection for animals in their habitats.

As part of a dynamic development team, the Development Associate/ Coordinator willassist with all aspects of fundraising including but not limited to direct mail campaigns, databasemanagement, grant writing, special events, online giving, donor communication and fulfillment,major donor research, donor cultivation and major gifts, workplace giving campaigns, plannedgiving, and in managing our relationship with our members. The ideal candidate works closelywith the members of the Development Team and executive management. This position is locatedin our headquarters in San Rafael, CA. For more information about position responsibilities clickhere. Last day to apply is December 12th.

In Defense of Animals: Associate Director / Officer Major GiftsSan Rafael, CAIn Defense of Animals (IDA), an international animal protection and advocacy organization, isseeking an Associate Director/ Officer - Major Gifts. The mission of IDA is to defend the rights,welfare, and habitats of animals. From rescuing, giving sanctuary and providing veterinary careto abused and abandoned animals in rural Mississippi; to chimpanzee victims of the bush meattrade in Cameroon, Africa; to street animals of Mumbai, India; to fighting the South Korean dogand cat meat trade; to protecting our nation's wild horses; to our campaigns against the puppymills, vivisection, fur industry; to our campaign on behalf of elephants in zoos and circuses -IDA is a recognized leader in the advancement of animal rights and welfare and for advocatingthe protection for animals in their habitats.

The Associate Director/ Officer - Major Gifts is responsible for building and

implementing major donor development strategies for a major gifts program. The AssociateDirector/ Officer - Major Gifts will work closely with IDAs Development Department,especially Director of Planned Giving and the Executive Director in developing strategies andopportunities for major gift donors and planned gift donors. The candidate will be responsible forthe identification, cultivation, personal solicitation and stewardship of 75-100 existing andprospective major donors with a capability of over $100,000 over three years, and will beresponsible for meeting an individual fundraising goal of at least $400,000 within the first yearand grow to $2 million annually within 3 years. The candidate will build relationships through inperson visits, written and verbal communications and proposals, and organize cultivation and

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fundraising events, and track progress made toward the goal. Further information about theposition and application instructions can be found here. Last day to apply is December 12th.

Beyond Compliance: Environmental and Sustainability Forum ClerkOakland, CA. Part-time, hourly.Beyond Compliance LLC is a multi-service organization that provides specialized environmental

and sustainability consulting for businesses and government. We are dedicated to bridging thecrevasse between standard EH&S compliance and principles of environmental, social andcorporate sustainability. Beyond Compliance helps enterprises transition from a regulatorycompliance model to a sustainability paradigm - where waste elimination and pollutionprevention improve performance and reduce costs, while exceeding command and controlenvironmental compliance standards.

Successful candidates will research and compile summaries synthesizing keydevelopments in environmental regulatory and sustainability developments. The successfulcandidate will perform initial screenings of articles, blogs, and newsletters pertaining toCalifornia and federal environmental law, green chemistry, climate change, energy, sustainabilityand international policy. After supervisor review for relevance, the candidate will create capsulesummaries of each important article for use in weekly email newsletters. Beyond Compliance isseeking a long-term commitment. An ideal applicant will be one seeking permanent, part-time

employment in the environmental and sustainability field. Applicants should be independent,enthusiastic, flexible self-starters who can work effectively with a small, dedicated team. Aqualified applicant will possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, as wellas, a professional demeanor. Ideal candidates will be detail-oriented, have strong organizationalskills, and produce high-quality work within tight schedules in a fast-paced environment.Applicants should be conversant in environmental and sustainability policy concepts. Experienceor education in environmental science, or policy is a plus. Some original writing may berequired. Proficiency with computers is necessary. For more information, email Derek Hoye [email protected].

San Francisco Baykeeper: Development AssociateSan Francisco, CABaykeeper stands guard over the spectacular waters of the San Francisco Bay and its watershed.

Baykeeper is committed to protecting and restoring the water quality of this vast watershedthrough regulatory advocacy, targeted policy campaigns, and direct enforcement of Californiasclean water laws. Our innovative and strategic campaigns have brought hundreds of illegalpolluters to justice, held our state and federal governments accountable when they have shirkedtheir responsibilities, established protective legal precedents with national significance, anddramatically raised the publics awareness of the critical problems that face our fragilewatershed. Our highest profile campaigns combat the dumping of toxic chemicals, raw sewage,and agricultural poisons. Baykeeper is also a leader in the international Waterkeeper movement.

San Francisco Baykeeper seeks an enthusiastic individual to play a key role in ourdevelopment and communications program, particularly in managing and expandingBaykeepers membership. Because we are a small and flexible organization with diversefundraising and communication strategies, the position offers the chance to develop in-depthskills in a wide range of responsibilities, from public outreach and membership development to

online communications and event management. The Development Associate reports to theDevelopment Manager and works closely with the Development Manager and ExecutiveDirector to help plan and execute the organizations fundraising and communications initiatives.For more information clickhere. Last day to apply is November 2nd.

FishWise: Program ManagerSanta Cruz, CAFishWise (FW) is a non-profit organization based in Santa Cruz that joins business imperativeswith leading ocean conservation strategies. Our primary approach is to develop programs that

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improve the sustainability and financial performance of seafood retailers, distributors, andproducers.

A FW Program Managers primary responsibility is to successfully implement FWprograms at new FW member retailer stores, and maintain relationships with existing FWmember retailers and distributors. The Program Manager (PM) is the main customer servicecontact for stores with questions or needs after the launch of the FW program. The PM must

ensure proper ongoing program implementation through monthly calls, emails, audit assessmentsand audit reviews with member store staff. Also, many organizational and media needs are takenon by the PM through digital and hardcopy filing, development and publishing of materials,website updates, and data entry. More information about position responsibilities can be foundhere. Last day to apply is October 30

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Save the Bay: Policy AssociateOakland, CASave The Bay is the largest regional organization working to protect, restore and celebrate SanFrancisco Bay. As its leading champion since 1961, Save The Bay protects the Bay frompollution and inappropriate shoreline development, making it cleaner and healthier for peopleand wildlife. We restore habitat and secure strong policies to re-establish 100,000 acres ofwetlands that are essential for a healthy Bay. We engage more than 25,000 supporters, advocates

and volunteers to protect the Bay, and inspire the next generation of environmental leaders byeducating thousands of students annually.Save The Bay seeks a creative, experienced Policy Associate to implement targeted

campaigns that significantly improve the health of San Francisco Bay. The Associate willmanage a regional pollution prevention campaign, and will support efforts to secure and fund100,000 acres of restored wetlands, prevent Bay fill and inappropriate shoreline development,and increase public access to the shoreline. The Policy Associate will also conduct policyanalysis and research, and assist with federal and state advocacy. The successful candidate hasexperience and skills in advocacy, organizing, and policy development, is self-motivated andable to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Additional information is available here.Last day to apply is December 14th.
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