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Author: Rosanna Xia in conversation with Tyrone Jue

LA Times Journalist in conversation with Director of SF Environment
Wednesday, 10/30/2024
6:00 - 7:00
Environmental Center Exhibit Space - 5th Fl
Main Library

100 Larkin Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
United States

415-557-4400

Author Rosanna Xia will discuss stories from her book California Against the Sea (Heyday Books, out now in paperback). In this compelling book, voices of Indigenous leaders, community activists, small-town mayors, urban engineers, and environmental scientists discuss what responses we need for rising ocean levels along our state. Rosanna Xia is an environment reporter for the Los Angeles Times.

Tyrone Jue is Director of SF Environment. He leads the City’s efforts to advance climate action, environmental justice, and sustainability policies. He grew up in San Francisco's Chinatown neighborhood witnessing firsthand the environmental challenges faced by underserved communities, leading to a career in public service.

Local store Dog Eared Books will be available to sell copies of the title at this event.

An RSVP is appreciated, but not required. Please write to EnvironmentalCenter@sfpl.org 

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