Wednesday, September 4

12:00-1:00 p.m.

Climate of Contempt -- How to Rescue the US Energy Transition from Voter Partisanship: U-M Environmental and Energy Law Program

David Spence, a professor at the University of Texas at Austin School of Law, is co-author of the leading energy law casebook, Energy, Economics and the Environment. His research focuses on the law and politics of energy regulation, broadly defined. Jeffries Hall 1020. This event is free and open to the public. Click here for further information.

Thursday, September 5

5:30-7:30 p.m.

Climate Happy Hour: Citizens' Climate Lobby

Join fellow climate advocates and worrywarts for some fun, food, and refreshments on Ann Arbor’s North Side! Rappourt, 2721 Plymouth Rd. Free (pay for own food/drinks). olssonk8385@gmail.com.

Thursday, September 5

7:00-8:00 p.m.

Ann Arbor Solar Stories

One-hour virtual event hosted by the Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association. Come hear from Ann Arborites who have gone solar, and have a chance to ask them all your questions! Register here for "Thursday Night Energy Events" to receive meeting link. Zoom. Free.

Friday, September 6

10:00 a.m.- 2:45 p.m.

Crafting a Household Preparedness Plan

September is National Preparedness Month, and the Office of Sustainability and Innovations, in partnership with the Office of Emergency Management at the City of Ann Arbor, wants to help your household craft a preparedness plan. Please register for a 45-minute timeslot to meet with our team to start crafting your household preparedness plan. Time slots are available from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Please sign up here. Fire Station #1, 111 N 5th Ave. Free. bfrolich@a2gov.org

Tuesday, September 10

12:00-1:00 p.m.

Energy Guideline for Historic Buildings

Energy Guideline for Historic Buildings provides comprehensive and detailed descriptions of the processes and procedures for the retrofitting of historic buildings to achieve greater measured efficiency. Part of the 2024 Implementing the A2ZERO Carbon Neutrality Plan. Brought to you by Ann Arbor/Washtenaw 2030 District, AIA Huron Valley, and Washtenaw Contractors Association.Virtual. Free. Register here.

Friday, September 13

6:00-7:30 p.m.

Public Forum on Air Quality Monitoring in Ann Arbor

Join staff from the City of Ann Arbor’s Office of Sustainability and Innovations and Office of Information Technology to learn about Ann Arbor’s air quality monitoring work. Hear about why we are keeping track of our air quality, learn about the sensors we’re using and what they measure, take a look at our data so far, and see where we are currently monitoring. Ann Arbor District Library, Westgate Branch, 2503 Jackson Ave. Free. Register here.

Tuesday, September 17

6:00-8:00 p.m.

Trash Talk - Reducing Ann Arbor's Emissions: Sierra Club Huron Valley Group

Dan Ezekiel will be giving an overview of his lifetime as an advocate for reduction of solid waste. He is a retired teacher, a leader of the local Sierra Club, and a Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation Commissioner. He will be talking about lessons learned from a lifetime of advocacy and answering questions like "Does the material we put in our curb carts actually get recycled?" Ann Arbor Downtown Library. Free. Register here.

Wednesday, September 18

6:00-7:30 p.m.

Climate Action in Action in Tübingen, Germany – What We Can Learn from Ann Arbor’s Sister City

Hear from Lord Mayor Palmer of Tübingen, Germany as he shares what Ann Arbor’s Sister City is doing to equitably address the climate crisis and how it can help shape Ann Arbor’s A2ZERO initiative. This interactive session provides a truly unique opportunity to hear directly from representatives from one of Ann Arbor’s Sister Cities about their work to make Tübingen one of the most sustainable cities in the world. Ann Arbor Downtown Library, 1st Floor Lobby. Free.

Friday, September 20

5:00-8:00 p.m.

2024 A²ZERO Green Fair

Join us for this annual event featuring over 80 exhibitors advancing sustainable living with information about renewable energy, energy waste reduction, the circular economy, local food systems, environmental resources, green transportation, environmental advocacy and justice, urban forestry, and so much more! Stroll the exhibits, enjoy live music with the Vicissitones, join the Bike Parade for the Planet at 6pm, bring a t-shirt for a sustainable screen print, and test your climate action knowledge at the A2ZERO Trivia Booth. Main Street. Free. More info here.

Tuesday, September 24

10:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Sustainable Future Forum: Exploring Innovation in Sustainable Solutions and Practical Applications: Ann Arbor SPARK

New to a2Tech360 this year! Connecting the community with green tech innovators in Ann Arbor and beyond, the event highlights progress in sustainability. In partnership with the City of Ann Arbor’s Office of Sustainability and Innovations, it also celebrates the Green Business Challenge awardees, honoring companies that excel in adopting green practices. Venue by 4M, 1919 South Industrial. $35 Early Bird Pricing Ends 8/23 (Regular Tickets $50). Purchase tickets here. a2tech360@annarborusa.org 734-761-9317.

Tuesday, September 24

2:00-3:30 p.m.

Coffee and Conservation with Jen Davis: Argus Farm Stop

Join conservationist and wildlife expert Jen Davis for an open chat about conservation in our local community! Argus Farm Stop, 1200 Packard St. Free. (734) 585-5441. events@ArgusFarmStop.com.

Thursday, September 26

8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.

2024 Michigan Climate Summit

Keynote speakers, expert panels, tabling, live music, art build. The goals of this year's gathering include depicting the interlocking crises of democracy and climate justice, educating the populace and empowering lifelong climate voters, and departing with tangible ways to perform our civic duty to our communities. Keynote Speakers: Jocelyn Benson, Michigan Secretary of State. Bill McKibben, Author, Educator, Environmentalist. Schedule. University of Michigan Rackham Auditorium, 915 E. Washington St. $15-35. Buy tickets here. denise.keele@miclimateaction.org. 217-899-6959. Sponsors: Michigan Climate Action Network; U-M School for Environment and Sustainability 

Thursday, September 26

10:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.

Earthfest

Earthfest celebrates sustainability initiatives across the University of Michigan and the surrounding communities, while providing an inclusive platform to educate and engage the campus community on opportunities to support sustainability and environmental justice on campus and in our daily lives. This year, Earthfest is in partnership with Michigan Climate Summit. The Summit will be located just north of Earthfest. Flow between these two events to soak up a wide array of sustainability activities and opportunities! The U-M Diag. Free. earthfest@umich.edu. More info here.

Thursday, September 26

5:00-8:00 p.m.

3rd Annual Ann Arbor Local Food Festival

A community celebration of the beauty and bounty of local food & farming. Sample local foods, exchange your gently used cookbooks, purchase a meal or treat from one of our vendors, enjoy live music, play games, and connect with others in the community. Plus, enter for a chance to win prizes from local businesses! Ann Arbor Farmers Market, 315 Detroit Street. Free. More info here.

Sunday, September 29

Trash Talk Tour: Washtenaw Zero Waste Coalition



The Trash Talk Tour is for people who want to explore zero waste. During this fun, free, family-friendly, self-guided event you will see what happens to your trash, recyclables, and compost after you “throw it away.”

8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Bike Tour of Ann Arbor's Circular Economy.

8:30-9:30 a.m. Trash Talk Tour: Michigan Stadium.

Various times Trash Talk Tour: Recycle Ann Arbor.

12:00-3:00 p.m. Zero Waste Fall Festival at Kiwanis. More info here.