Who’s really set to win as the U.S. steps into Venezuela? Hint: It’s not who you think. Beyond oil, think rare earths and tech. Dive into the real story: https://t.co/eQp1nDZVBv #NBC#MSNBC#CNN#CBS#FOXNews#AP#Reuters
🔔 New Podcast Episode!
Join us on Civic Encounter as we sit down with Veda Banerjee, Senior Director of Communications at California Environmental Voters, to discuss her journey starting out as a journalist to leading climate work in the Bay Area. From using the power of art
and public space to spark conversation to the fallout from the 2025 Eaton and Palisades Fires, this episode dives deep into what it takes to align diverse stakeholders behind a shared vision and what gives her hope for the next generation of climate communicators.
Next up on Political Climate, we’re diving into state energy affordability policy, an increasingly hot topic as election season heats up. We discuss how red, blue, and purple states alike are tackling who pays, how much, and for what. Coming Monday. Don’t miss it!
Goodbye NIMBY. Hello BANANA🍌 The “Build Absolutely Nothing Anywhere Near Anyone” approach is putting US competitiveness at risk. On this episode, we discuss solutions for getting more out of the power grid as new build faces delays. https://t.co/1dU1SzQpwI
For our second spotlight, we’re highlighting Hispanas Organized for Political Equality (HOPE) CEO Helen Torres. Over the past two decades, she has strategically built an infrastructure for Latina leadership and civic engagement, empowering thousands of Latinas to take on
leadership roles in government, business, philanthropy, and community service. Her leadership, vision, and dedication continue to inspire us here at JCI and beyond!
Listen to our Civic Encounter episode featuring Helen Torres: https://t.co/3UjaUI66Gs
What does it take to build sustainability from scratch at one of California's most influential universities?
Mick Dalrymple didn't just join USC — he defined the role and built the team. As the university's first Chief Sustainability Officer, he's navigating climate neutrality
goals, federal rollbacks, and the promise of biomimicry — all while proving that hope is still a strategy.
Hear how Mick has used storytelling as one of his most powerful tools as a climate advocate. 🎙️ Listen here: https://t.co/qa3HCp7l0e
Great discussion at #SFClimateWeek on climate, affordability, and the 2026 elections.
“In recent polling, climate ranked 17th out of 25 issues — yet voters want lower energy prices and support clean energy 2-to-1.”
That’s the communications gap.
Affordability will define 2026.
and communities of color to achieve health equity. Her leadership, vision, and dedication continue to inspire us here at JCI and beyond!
Listen to our Civic Encounter episode featuring Rhonda Smith: https://t.co/If8Jd181vN
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Over the course of three decades, JCI has had the opportunity to connect with trailblazers and change makers across Los Angeles, California, and beyond. To continue celebrating women in the professional world beyond Women’s History Month, we’re highlighting women we’ve worked
with across industries who inspire us and embody what it means to be leaders in their fields.
As Executive Director of The California Black Health Network, Rhonda M. Smith is a leader in the fight to eliminate health disparities and drive change within underserved communities
Think DC is the only game in town? Think again. There's a 13x speed gap between federal gridlock (6,600 bills) and state action (135,000 bills). If your strategy isn’t local, you’re already behind.
See the data: https://t.co/hBDpTj2kx7
AI needs power. As data centers strain the grid, we must investigate every alternative. Private grids offer a parallel path to energy abundance. https://t.co/GRPD7MXQf9
Yesterday, JCI was fortunate enough to tour the La Kretz Innovation Campus in the Arts District! The 60,000-square-foot facility is home to both the LA Cleantech Incubator (LACI) and the LA Department of Water and Power (LADWP). We were inspired by the cross-collaboration
taking place throughout LACI's offices, coworking spaces, classrooms, and Advanced Prototype Lab, and impressed by LADWP's interactive and informative exhibits that showcase LA's commitment to a sustainable future. We are so grateful for the opportunity to tour this amazing space