San Pedro Calendar

American Cetacean Society Speaker Series at The Cabrillo Marine Aquarium John M. Olguin Auditorium
2018-01-30 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | John M. Olguin Auditorium, 3720 Stephen M. White Dr. , San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
The American Cetacean Society has been dedicated to protecting whales since 1967.
ACS, a nonprofit organization, protects cetaceans (whales, dolphins, and porpoises)
and their habitats through public education, research grants and conservation activities.
Join us the last Tuesday of every month for our Speaker Series featuring leaders in whale conservation and research.
For more info call ACS/LA at 424-266-0516

Photo Copyright
Bernardo Alps
A Blue whale lifts its flukes as it dives.
Taken on Saturday, July 12, 2008 on the Condor Express of Santa Barbara

The Longest Swim
2018-03-01 10:00 | AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles, Berth 58 2456 S. Signal Street, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
The Longest Swim An Expedition Across the Pacific Ocean
See the Discoverer sail on Final Test Run before Departing for Tokyo!
Ben Lecomte is making an audacious 5,000 mile swim across the Pacific from Tokyo to San Francisco to highlight plastic pollution while generating ocean and human research data.
Pleas join Ben Lecomte and The Longest Swim Crew as they make their final test run preparations before setting sail on the Discoverer from AltaSea to Tokyo.

Meet Ben Lecomte and the Crew
Tour the Discoverer sailing vessel
Learn about the Scientific Experiments
Ask Ben about the swim’s biggest challenges
Watch the Discoverer set sail on final test run

Attendance is free and open to the public. Please wear flat, closed-toe shoes.
Address: Berth 58: 2456 S. Signal St., San Pedro, 90731
Parking is available along the sides of Berths 57-60
Any questions to robin Aube raube@altasea.org

Clean Air Action Plan Advisory Meeting
2018-03-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Port of Long Beach Interim Administrative Offices, 4801 Airport Plaza Drive, Long Beach, CA, 90815, United States
An advisory meeting to provide updates on progress of the San Pedro Bay Ports Clean
Air Action Plan (CAAP) 2017 Update is scheduled to be held March 29 in Long Beach.
Up to four CAAP stakeholder advisory meetings a year were called for as part of the
Clean Air Action Plan Update approved by the Long Beach and Los Angeles boards of
Harbor Commissioners on Nov. 2, 2017. This will be the first advisory meeting.
The meeting is scheduled for 10 a.m. to noon, Thursday, March 29, in the first-floor
training room of the Port of Long Beach Interim Administrative Offices, 4801 Airport
Plaza Drive, Long Beach, 90815. The meeting is open to the public.
The CAAP 2017 Update is a comprehensive strategy for accelerating progress toward a
zero-emission future while protecting and strengthening the ports’ competitive position
in the global economy. Since 2005, port-related air pollution emissions in San Pedro
Bay have dropped 87 percent for diesel particulate matter, 56 percent for nitrogen
oxides, and 97 percent for sulfur oxides. Targets for reducing greenhouse gases
(GHGs) from port-related sources were introduced as part of the 2017 CAAP. The
document calls for the ports to reduce GHGs 40 percent below 1990 levels by 2030 and
80 percent below 1990 levels by 2050. The Clean Air Action Plan was originally
approved in 2006.
At the advisory meeting, staff of the two ports will discuss near-term priorities for CAAP
implementation, next steps for the Clean Truck Program, the status of technology
demonstrations and the timeline for feasibility assessments. Public comment will be
taken to receive input on CAAP implementation issues.
For more information, go to www.cleanairactionplan.org.

Meet the Grunion at Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
2018-04-17 20:00 - 23:59 | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium will be offering a “Meet the Grunion” program Tuesday, April 17, 2018. The program will be offered again on May 1st. The Aquarium will open at 8 p.m. and a film on grunion begins at 9 p.m. in the John M. Olguin Auditorium. Prior to the predicted run, everyone will gather on the beach to await the grunion. The program cost is $5 for adults and $1 for seniors, students, and children. Warm clothing is recommended.
Grunion are small sardine-size fish of the silversides family, which are one of the few fish species in the world that actually come ashore to lay their eggs on sandy beaches. They are found from central California through Baja California, with Cabrillo Beach being one of the better places to observe the fish.
At times the beach may look as if it is covered in a blanket of silver as the wriggling fish arrive to mate. The females burrow into the sand to lay eggs while the males wrap around them to fertilize the eggs. The fertilized eggs incubate for about 9 days in the sand before the tumbling action of the waves from the next series of highest tides cause them to hatch, and carries them back out to sea.
Grunion may be caught by hand in the months of March, June, and July which is the open season; grunion catchers 16 years and older must have a valid California fishing license. During April and May grunion may be observed, but not captured.

Moving Toward Zero Waste: Minimizing Your Impact on the Environment
2018-04-19 19:00 - 21:00 | South Gay Adult School (Mira Costa HS Campus), 701 S. Peck Avenue, Manhattan Beach, 90266, United States
Zero waste is a philosophy that redesigns our systems and resource use – from product design to disposal – to prevent wasteful and polluting practices.
Topics to be covered:

Overview of Zero Waste
Sanitation Districts: Past, Present, Future
What’s Up With Food Waste?
Waste Free at Home and Office
Composting Overview and Resources
Expert Speakers

Room 204

Earth Day Celebration & Film Screening: JANE
2018-04-21 | Warner Grand Theatre, 478 W. 6th St., San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Earth Day Celebration & Film Screening – Saturday, April 21st
Volunteer Day & Activities, 9 am – 2 pm
White Point Nature Preserve
Help beautify the garden and trails and enjoy activities for the whole family including a guided Ranger walk, composting workshop, art activity and plant sale. Sign Up
Film Presentation: JANE, 5 pm
Warner Grand Theatre
Join us for a special film screening of JANE (2017: 90-min), the critically acclaimed National Geographic documentary about Jane Goodall’s work shows her commitment to preserving land for chimpanzees.

Earth Day at Deane Dana Friendship Park
2018-04-21 09:00 - 14:00 | Deane Dana Friendship Park, 1805 W. 9th Street, San Pedro, CA, United States
Come celebrate Earth Day at Deane Dana Friendship Park on Saturday April 21, 2018. Fun filled activities and learning opportunities will be available for all. In addition, come visit Luna the Great Horned Owl whoo will be one of many of our Animal Ambassadors waiting to be introduced to you and your family.
Photo courtesy http://sacramentocounseling.net

Make Earth Day Blue
2018-04-21 10:00 - 13:00 | AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles, Berth 58 2456 S. Signal Street, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Robots & Sharks
You are invited to meet faculty and student representatives and learn how Southern California Marine Institute Consortium of 23 Colleges, Universities and Foundations will transform our Los Angeles waterfront into a marine college town.
See the latest innovative developments.
Featured Speakers
Dr. Chris Lowe, Director CSULB Shark Lab and SCMI Board Chair
and
Dr. Dan Pondella, Occidental College and SCMI Director

Earth Day Expo & Interfaith Service
2018-04-22 13:00 - 16:00 | Garden Church, 429 W. 6th St., San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Join us for our annual Earth Day Expo and Interfaith Services on Sunday, April 22.
All are welcome for a community celebration honoring the
precious planet that we all share.
Earth Day Expo 1-4pm
Check out exhibits about composting, healthy eating and bees!
Harvest direct from the garden at our U-Pick Farm Stand
Visit with local Marymount California University students
Stop by the kids station and enjoy coloring and face painting
Interfaith Worship Service-4-5pm
Leaders from a variety of faith traditions will lead us in giving thanks for the earthly home we share through special music, reading and prayers.
Photo from Feed & Be Fed’s post in Earth Day Expo & Interfaith Service

Heidi Duckler Dance Theatre: Fisheyes
2018-05-12 19:30 | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
FishEyes returns to the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium with HDDT dancers Danny Dolan, Himerria Wortham & Amanda MacLeod who will open the performance with three oral stories & original movement inspired by themes of water conservation, climate change, and human connection to our environment. A panel discussion lead by Board President, Jamarah Hayner will follow. Panelists Jon Christensen (Professor, UCLA Institute for the Environment and Sustainability), Glen Dake (Landscape Architect) and Gregory Cesena (Janice Hahn deputy) will discuss how art making can increase environmental awareness. Closing the evening is a performance of FishEyes with live accompaniment of an original score composed by Juhi Bansl with violinist, Israel Heller & pianist, Dave Christensen.
Stay for a post performance reception and enjoy a glass of wine, light snacks and conversation with the artists.
This performance is made possible with support from The Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs.
Tickets

Sierra Club Dogs for the Blind
2018-07-25 19:00 | Palos Verdes Library, 701 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates, CA, United States
The Sierra Club presents Cathy & Bill Wassenberg who will be talking to us about guide dogs for the blind. They have raised dogs for that purpose for 14 years and they will have their latest “trainee” with them to demonstrate how these dogs are trained and what they can do to help the blind navigate in a world of folks with good eyesight.
There will also be information and discussion about the Portuguese Bend Landslide and Nature Preserve.
Join us on Wednesday July 25 at 7 PM at the Palos Verdes Peninsula Public Library, 701 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates (entrance also on Deep Valley Dr). Snacks and refreshments will be served. For more information, call Joyce White 310- 383-5247

Altasea Open House
2018-07-28 10:00 | AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles, Berth 58 2456 S. Signal Street, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Braid Theory weaves together entrepreneurs, industry infuencers and corporate partners to accelerate adoption of transformative technology, drive market growth and create profitable collaborations.
Platypus, LLC is the world leader in low cost water data collection and monitoring solutions using autonomous, co-operative robotic boats.
ECOncrete’s innovative technology enhances marine and coastal infrastructure by inducing formation of bio-habitats, while preserving functional and structural properties.

See the Sea, Si? Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
2018-08-18 09:00 - 12:00 | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Join us on the water for a floating oceanography lab! This hands-on trip will be aboard a specially equipped vessel where you’ll have opportunities to study some of the near shore animals. Learn about the fascinating world of plankton, animals that call mud their home and some of the fish that prefer the sandy bottom.
The trip starts with a “fish-eye” view of the underwater world living on and around the dock, which will be revealed by an underwater camera. Passengers will be able to watch this real-time ocean documentary featuring sea anemones, sea stars, tunicates, and fish via monitors on the boat.
Once the boat enters the harbor, a specialized net called an otter trawl will be set. Any fishes collected with this net will be placed in tanks on the boat giving passengers up close and personal looks at several types of flatfish, perch and croaker.
A trap will also be set on the ocean floor to try to catch sand bass, scorpion fish, crabs and other bottom-dwelling critters. Critters caught in the trap will be displayed onboard giving everyone a chance to touch some of the animals.
Pre-registration is required. Please call 310-548-7562 to reserve your spot today!
Member Price: $25, Non-Member Price: $30

“Salt Marsh Open House” Cabrillo Beach
2018-09-01 10:00 - 12:00 | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Step out into nature and discover the hidden world of the Salinas de San Pedro Salt Marsh. On Sunday, September 29, join Cabrillo Marine Aquarium educators and Coastal Park Naturalists as they help uncover the world of mud and water that is our local wetland. The salt marsh will be open from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., giving ample time to learn more about the local native plants and animals, including birds, fish, crabs, worms and more. Bring your binoculars, camera, sketch pad, journal or just your curiosity!
While you’re here visit the Aquarium’s Library, Aquatic Nursery, Exploration Center, and the Suzanne Lawrence-Miller Exhibit Hall to view our amazing animals and exhibits. Also, plan to stop by CMA’s volunteer-run gift shop for a wide selection of gifts and books.
The Aquarium is located at 3720 Stephen M. White Drive in San Pedro and is a facility of the City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks with support from Friends of Cabrillo Marine Aquarium. Open to the public on weekends from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Tuesday through Friday from 12 noon to 5 p.m.

Channel Islands Adventure: Santa Rosa Island
2018-09-08 07:30 - 18:00 | CA
Journey with Cabrillo Marine Aquarium’s education staff on an adventure to Santa Rosa Island, part of the Channel Islands National Park.
Hailed by scientists as the “California Galapagos,” trips to the coastal Channel Islands offer impressive glimpses into California’s rich human and natural history in addition to the amazing endemic animal and plant species found nowhere else on earth.
On the boat voyage to the island, we will keep a weathered eye out for pelagic birds, pinnipeds, dolphins and whales. On the island, participants will have the opportunity to follow along on a naturalist led hike (by CMA education staff and CINP volunteers) to observe the diverse coastal habitats, amazing geologic formations, unique animal and plant life, human history and fantastic panoramic views that this exceptional island has to offer. Participants will board a boat in Ventura at 7:30am and return approximately at 6:30pm
PLEASE NOTE: Island activities are very strenuous. Moderate physical agility is required of all passengers to climb a short ladder off of the boat to the pier. Once on the island, the hikes will take place on loose sand and gravel along cliffs and canyons with various elevation changes. Please judge your ability and fitness accordingly.
Adventure fee:
$82 for adults
$74 for seniors
$70 for Friends members
$65 for children
Reservations are required. Please call 310-548-7562.
Be sure to register early, as spaces fill up quickly for this popular excursion.

Royal Palms Beach Clean up
2018-09-15 09:00 - 12:00 | White Point/Royal Palms Beach, 1799 W. Paseo del Mar, San Pedro, CA, 90732, United States
Coastal Clean Up Day 2018 by Heal the Bay
Please Join the Coastal San Pedro Neighborhood Council in coordination with Heal the Bay for the Annual Coastal Clean Up Day at Royal Palms.
Service hours for high school students
Families welcome
Please bring a glove and bottle of water. Pizza, snacks and trashbags will be provided to volunteers.

AltaSea Open House
2018-09-15 10:00 - 12:00 | AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles, Berth 58 2456 S. Signal Street, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Featuring Dr. Mary Hayden Looney – Pangaea
and Dr. Marcus Eriksen – Leap Lab
Dr. Mary Hayden Looney joins Pangaea contributions her scientific background of environmental Toxicology and marine health as well as exploring her passion for understanding human impacts on the environment and how to develop scientifically-based conservation strategies.
Dr. Marcus Eriksen and Joel Paschal drifted 88 days at sea, from California to Hawaii, on a raft made of a Cessna 310 Aircraft fuselage perched atop 15,000 plastic bottles to build public awareness and inspire a movement to save our seas from plastic pollution. They called it JUNK. Pleas join us and explore what we can do to stop this global plastic waste crisis.
Tours aboard Pangea’s Sea Dragon will be available following the presentation.
Attendance is free and open to the Public. Please wear flat, closed-toe shoes.
RSVP by Sept 10 to: RSVP@altasea.org

National Public Lands Day-White Point Nature Preserve
2018-09-22 09:00 - 12:00 | White Point Nature Preserve, 1600 W. Paseo del Mar, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
National Public Lands Day!
Join us and our wonderful sponsors at White Point Nature Preserve! Help care for the White Point Native Plant Demonstration Garden by removing invasive weeds, watering native plants, grooming trails and more.
White Point is located at 1600 W. Paseo del Mar in San Pedro. Enter the free parking lot from the Western Blvd as it turns into Paseo del Mar. We are located at the end of the road on the left-hand side.
We will be working outdoors, so please wear closed-toed shoes, sun protection and be sure to bring drinking water and a snack. Thank you for volunteering!

2nd Annual Eco Fest-Deane Dana Friendship Park
2018-09-29 09:00 - 15:00 | Deane Dana Friendship Park, 1805 W. 9th Street, San Pedro, CA, United States
LA County Park’s Friendship Park & Nature Center and the Northwest San Pedro Neighborhood Council invite all community residents to join us in having fun and promoting EcoFest – a FREE EVENT that celebrates Sustainable Living practices & Environmental Awareness.
EcoFest is a festival that celebrates the fall season – promoting conservation of our resources, tree planting, garden preparation and rain water harvesting, having fun while discovering many of the wild creatures that live amongst us in our coastal and inland communities. The event aims to encourage children & adults to explore ways that they can become better stewards of the Earth.
EcoFest will feature LIVE MUSIC by LBU Long Beach Unplugged, a FREE SHADE TREE GIVEAWAY (to residents of the City of Los Angeles), a presentation on how to raise Monarch butterflies at home, a workshop & demonstration on rain-water harvesting and how to set up a rain barrel, face painting, bug and animal discoveries, crafts, games, wildflower seed balls, chalk drawing. Bring a picnic! There are beautiful views of the harbor and Catalina Island.
List of Activities
10:00am to 11:00am
RainWater Harvesting & Gardening Workshop
Thinking about installing a rain barrel or building a rain garden, but not sure where to begin? Join Cindy Berglund of Rain Barrels International to learn how a simple “do-it-yourself” project can maximize your ability to capture rain for reuse! Cindy will discuss the importance of rainwater harvesting, the benefits of a rain barrel, the installation process, helpful methods to conserve water on your property without rainfall, and will review the rebates offered by the Metropolitan Water District and LAWDP.
11:30am to 12:00 Noon
“Raising Monarch Butterflies” with Judith Davies.
Learn how to create your own butterfly habitat and bring butterflies into your life. Judith Davies has spent years raising monarch butterflies – releasing hundreds, each season, to the wild. Judith will take you through a monarch’s life cycle – from egg to emerging adult butterfly – and will share her successes and her struggles in trying to help this beautiful and mysterious migratory insect
1:00pm-2:00pm
“Moving Towards Zero Waste – Create a Waste Free Lifestyle” by SBESC.com.
Learn how to become “waste free” and minimize your impact on the Environment. ZeroWaste is a lifestyle philosophy that re-thinks how we manage the use of resources in our daily lives – from product design to disposal – and alter our behaviors to prevent wasteful and polluting practices.
Lee & Theresa’s Bees – Where would we “bee” without pollinators? Imagine a world without strawberries, apples and chocolate. All these delights wouldn’t exist if it wasn’t for insect pollination. “Bee” sure to visit the booth hosted by local beekeepers Lee & Theresa – you will get to peek into the workings of a hive and get a “taste” of what these little ladies work so hard to create. Learn how pollinators help us and the environment, and the many ways you can protect and support them in your gardens and landscapes. Just come and be part of the growing movement to learn about these important workers, and help our pollinators to thrive.

Documentary Film Screenings-Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
2018-10-06 12:30 - 17:00 | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Documentary Film Screenings
The San Pedro Film Festival will be screening three documentaries at the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium for free! Spend an afternoon following the best female big wave surfer on the planet, learn about the threatened flying devil rays and journey into the rhino horn war.
Please visit the San Pedro Film Festival website for all the details and to reserve free tickets.
DOCUMENTARY SHORTS 01
Saturday Oct. 6 • 12:30 pm
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
REGISTER FOR TICKETS
PAIGE
Follow the best female big wave surfer on the planet, Paige Alms on her journey in Hawaii to surf the biggest waves in the world while being a great inspiration to the next generation.
Directed by Bjarne Sale
SPIRIT OF DISCOVERY
Walter Munk’s brilliant failures have done more for the world than a thousand men’s ordinary successes, but can he muster another one for the threatened flying Devil Rays that share his name?
Directed by Callum Eliana Alvarez Martinez
Documentary Feature Film
Stroop
Saturday, Oct. 6th, 2:30pm
Documentary Feature Film
STROOP: JOURNEY INTO THE RHINO HORN WAR
Directed by Susan Scott
In this roller-coaster ride between Africa and Asia, the two women embed themselves on the front-lines of a species genocide where they are given exclusive access to the enforcement aspect of the fight. From rangers, pilots and K9 units patrolling the hardest hit national parks to elite police units raiding wildlife trafficking dens in major cities… they find themselves in some hair-raising situations.

Autumn Sea Fair/Sustainable Seafood Expo-Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
2018-10-07 10:00 - 15:00 | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
We’re combining two of our favorite community events to celebrate the bounty of the sea. Learn more about sustainability with fun-in-the-sun games and hometown spirit! It’s a day filled with music, games, contests, exhibits, demonstrations, arts and crafts, and fun! Find out how seafood gets to your plate, and how simple choices can ensure a healthy ocean for the future. Taste some sustainable seafood samples while they last. For additional information call (310) 548-7582.
This event is FREE!

“Salt Marsh Open House”
2018-10-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States

AltaSea A Room Where It Happens: LA H20 from Mountains to Sea-Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
2018-10-20 14:00 - 16:00 | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States

MIRAGE Tribute to Fleetwood Mac-Grand Annex
2018-11-03 20:00 | Grand Annex, 434 W. 6th St, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
A journey through the greatest hits of the legendary superstar band.

Walk Cabrillo-Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
2018-11-10 14:00 - 16:00 | CA
Pack a snack and join a walk guided by CMA’s Education staff. Starting at the Aquarium courtyard, you’ll visit the native garden, salt marsh, beaches and tidepools. Explore each habitat and discover signs of the season along the shore. Examine fossils, native plants and beach wrack.
Registration required for groups, please call 310-548-7562.
Fee: FREE; open to all ages.

Family Nature Walk- White Point Nature Preserve
2018-11-17 09:00 | White Point Nature Preserve, 1600 W. Paseo del Mar, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Every 3rd Saturday at 9am (except holidays)
Join free outdoor guided hikes year-round for families, groups and individuals. Led by trained naturalists, all walks are family-oriented. Walks are on dirt trails with easy to moderate difficulty. The program is free and open to the public. All ages and dogs on leash welcome.
RSVP for a Family Nature Walk

Salt Marsh Open House-Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
2018-11-17 14:00 - 16:00 | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Join CMA Educators to learn about the Salinas de San Pedro wetlands habitat at Cabrillo Beach by using binoculars and microscopes to observe live animals. Visitors can view the birds of the marsh, learn about native plants and observe the changes in the tides.
Fee: FREE; open to all ages.

Tidepool Walk-Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
2018-11-23 14:00 - 15:30, 2018-11-24 14:30 - 16:00 | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Join CMA Educators on a tour of the Point Fermin tidepools! Attend an informative slide show in the John M. Olguin Auditorium, then come along on a naturalist-led ramble on the rocks to see animals in their natural habitat. Outdoor clothing and sneakers advised. Young children must be accompanied by adults.
Reservations required for groups: 310-548-7562.
Fee: FREE.
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Discovery Lecture Series-Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
2018-12-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Warming oceans, melting ice, and rising seas
By Dr. Ian Fenty, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory
NASA’s measurements of Earth’s atmosphere, oceans, and ice show evidence of accelerating global warming. Increasing greenhouse gas concentrations in the atmosphere due to human activity have caused the oceans to warm and the polar ice sheets and high mountain glaciers to melt. Ocean warming, melting glaciers, and melting ice sheets are driving up global sea levels at a rate not seen since the end of the last ice age. In this presentation, I will review the evidence of ocean warming, ice melting, and global sea level rise, discuss current projections of future global sea level rise, and describe some current NASA research to study the melting of the Greenland Ice Sheet.
Dr. Ian Fenty received his Ph.D. in Climate Physics and Chemistry from MIT in 2010 and now works at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory as a climate scientist. In his research Dr. Fenty collaborates with JPL oceanographers, glaciologists, and other scientists to reconstruct the circulation of Earth’s high-latitude oceans over the past two decades. In addition, Dr. Fenty is a co-investigator of NASA’s “Oceans Melting Greenland” mission.
