We believe education empowers people to take an active role in creating a more equitable, sustainable, and prosperous region.

Most SPUR programs are free to attend. To view recordings and slide decks from previous events, visit the “Past Events” link below. For more information, see our Events FAQ page.

Past Events ​
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June 2026

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Jun
16
Tue
Online Digital Discourse / to

The Livable Communities Initiative and the Importance of Housing Aesthetics

Join Lindsay Sturman, co-founder of the Livable Communities Initiative, and Christopher S. Elmendorf, Martin Luther King Jr. Professor of Law at UC Davis School of Law, for a multi-faceted discussion of urban planning and architectural design and their implications for housing advocacy and approval.
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Jun
23
Tue
SPUR Member Event San Francisco In-Person Forum / to

How Tech is Reshaping San Francisco Yet Again

Hear from SPUR CEO Sean Elsbernd in conversation with Jonathan Weber, author of City on the Edge, about how the rise of the technology industry changed San Francisco politics and culture. After the discussion, there will be a member social.
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Jun
24
Wed
San Francisco In-Person Forum / to

Aligning AI Data Centers with Sustainable Solutions for Grid Efficiency

As Bay Area companies work to meet growing AI demand, how can we leverage the latest technology to reduce the environmental offset of data centers on the grid? This program will feature case studies from Epic Cleantec and SPAN, followed by a panel discussion, that will explore the difference between common perceptions and the reality of modern AI data centers.

October 2026

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Oct
22
Thu
San Francisco Silver SPUR Awards / to

2026 Silver SPUR Awards

Join SPUR for an evening of celebration, inspiration, and networking. Save the date — The Silver SPUR Awards are back on Thursday, October 22!

Auxiliary Services

If, in order to participate in a SPUR event, you need auxiliary aids or services for a disability (e.g., qualified interpreter, qualified reader, written materials, taped texts) please submit your request five business days before the event to [email protected] or 415-781-8726 x132. SPUR will work with you in identifying effective auxiliary aids or services that it can provide. If you need to cancel your request, please notify SPUR at least two business days before the event.