Navigating a sustainable future with Auden Schendler
Join us for a special evening with Auden Schendler, climate activist and SVP of Sustainability at Aspen One, as he presents his latest work, Terrible Beauty: Reckoning with Climate Complicity and Rediscovering Our Soul. In this thought-provoking book, Schendler critiques the shortcomings of modern environmentalism and corporate sustainability efforts, offering a candid examination of our collective climate inaction. Drawing from his extensive experience in corporate sustainability and climate activism, he provides a roadmap for meaningful change, urging a shift from superficial green initiatives to impactful climate action.
The fireside chat will be moderated by Sanchali Pal, founder and CEO of Commons.
Whether you're in sustainability, climate tech, VC, policy, or just curious about climate, this event is essential for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of climate action and the pathways to meaningful progress.
Agenda
6:00pm: Doors open
6:15pm: Fireside Chat with Auden and Sanchali + Q&A
7pm: Mocktail hour + light bites
About Climate Action Club
Climate Action Club is a vibrant Gen Z community committed to learning and taking climate action as a collective. Through events filled with thought-provoking discussions, we forge relationships amongst changemakers in the SF Bay Area to inspire agency over climate action. Join us! For partnership inquiries, please reach out to climateactionclub.sf@gmail.com.
About Commons
Commons is an app that rewards you for living and spending sustainably. Get rewards for shopping with 50K sustainable brands and for taking climate actions like thrifting, taking public transportation or eating plant-based.
About Yes SF
Yes SF is a dynamic hub for sustainability and innovation in San Francisco, fostering collaboration among startups, small businesses, and community organizations. Located in the heart of downtown, Yes SF offers a vibrant space for skills-based training, workforce development, and events that drive the city's green economy. Through its programs and partnerships, Yes SF supports entrepreneurs, revitalizes the local business ecosystem, and champions sustainable urban growth.
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