Mayor Bass Joins Environmental Leaders in San Pedro for In-Depth Discussion on Ocean-Based Climate Solutions and Impact from Wildfires

Mayor Karen Bass convened environmental leaders and researchers in San Pedro to address the impacts of January’s wildfires on Los Angeles’ coastlines and oceans. The roundtable highlighted the city’s commitment to innovative blue technology and sustainable solutions. AltaSea’s President, Terry Tamminen, expressed gratitude for the collaboration with Mayor Bass and the Port of Los Angeles' Executive Director, Gene Seroka, in tackling these urgent environmental challenges. Experts discussed potential risks to marine life, kelp health, and overall ocean health, emphasizing the need for immediate action. Following the roundtable, Mayor Bass toured educational programs at AltaSea that focus on marine-based STEM initiatives.

This engagement demonstrates the city's dedication to recovering from environmental issues while fostering innovation in climate solutions. AltaSea is redeveloping historic dockland at the Port of Los Angeles into a center for scalable ocean-based climate solutions. The collaboration among various climate organizations highlights the importance of collective efforts in addressing these pressing environmental concerns.