SMC-Sustainability Center

09/15/2026

Have ideas about the future of our community? Now's your chance to share 📣

Mayor Caroline Torosis and Human Services Commission Chair Brett Morrow are looking for young voices to share and discuss their priorities on climate action, environmental protections, and more! 💬

📅 When: Saturday, Sep 19
📍 Where: 2500 Broadway, Santa Monica

RSVP today using the link in our bio.

09/10/2026

Sustainable Fashion Week LA is looking for volunteers!

📅 Dates: 9/16, 9/18, 9/19
📍 Location: Threadhaus Co, 4505 W Jefferson Blvd

See the future of sustainable fashion in action. This event will feature upcycled, reclaimed, recycled, and thoughtfully sourced materials used in creative ways. Whether you are majoring in fashion or are just looking to help, there is a place for you! Volunteer opportunities include set-up, backstage assistance, MUA, and more.

Learn more by clicking the link in our bio. 🧵

09/03/2026

Get your GoPass by paying your Student Benefits fee ($22.50) for unlimited rides on 20 transit agencies all over LA. *Remember to use it within a month of registering, or it will deactivate. www.smc.edu/transportation Santa Monica College

08/18/2026

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08/14/2026

Earn a free certificate in Sustainability from SMC. There are three tracks to choose from. Classes start 8/31/2026 Santa Monica College

07/30/2026

LA Regional Cleantech Career Academy is a PAID VIRTUAL opportunity connecting youth ages 18-24 to careers in Cleantech
• The application deadline is Sunday, August 16 and program launches September 15
• Virtual programming meets twice a week (T/TH) from 4:00pm- 6:30pm, with occasional onsite field trips to employer partner sites.
• 160 hours total; $18.42/hourly; up to over $2900 in earnings
https://cleantechacademy.org/how-to-apply

07/28/2026

🌿 Applications are now open for Sacred Earth Rising:
Sacred Earth Rising is a free six-week journey in Santa Monica for young women seeking deeper presence, purpose, and a loving relationship with the living world.
Through mindfulness, nature connection, meaningful dialogue, and community, participants will cultivate the wisdom, courage, and active hope needed to meet these times. Led by Nature Mindfulness Mentor Sylvie Rokab.
✨ Wednesdays • Sept. 23–Oct. 28
💚 Free (thanks to a generous grant)
🌱 Limited to 12 participants
Learn more and apply:
https://lovethynature.com/sacred-earth-rising/

07/24/2026

When the Santa Monica airport closes in 2 years, what should grow there? Join SAMO Fund on August 8 for a guided walk through the future park site, a visit to the onsite demonstration gardens, and presentation from ecologists and community leaders working at the intersection of ecology, design, and public space. Together, you’ll explore how plant choices influence biodiversity, water use, climate resilience, habitat creation, and the long-term character of a landscape. Hosted by SAMO Fund Field Institute, Airport2Park, and the Great Park Coalition.

Learn about the importance of plant selection and the history and future of the Santa Monica Airport.

07/01/2026

California Climate Action Corps Fellowship — Deadline: July 31, 26'
Paid 11-month fellowship (starts Sept 2026), $35,250 stipend + $10K education award. Age 18+. Applications accepted until July 31, 2026.

Are you ready to take climate action? Want a chance to learn real-world climate action skills through hands-on community action projects to make a difference in your community and beyond? Are you interested in connecting people with volunteer opportunities, building community resilience, and

06/13/2026

Ready to do something about climate change? Start by learning more about sustainability.
FREE* online classes at SMC allow you to earn a noncredit sustainability certificate in 6-weeks this summer.

Sustainability Services Technician Certificate (3 classes)
Learn the principles of sustainability, understand how to conduct sustainability assessments and get an overview of clean tech.
SST 901 - Fundamentals of Sustainability (section 7027)**
SST 904 - Sustainability Assessment (section 7028)
SST 906 - Intro to Clean Technologies (section 7030)

Organics Aid (3 classes)
Learn the principles of sustainability, explore best practices for organics recycling and understand how sustainable food systems operate.
SST 901 - Fundamentals of Sustainability (section 727)**
SST 905 - Organics Recycling (section 7029)
SST 909 - Sustainable Food Systems (section 7031)

Enroll now: SMC.edu/SST

Already enrolled, just go to Corsair and use the section numbers to signup!

*Classes free for CA residents.
**SST 901 only needs to be taken once if achieving both certificates

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