Addressing climate change has become a vital issue in urban planning. A groundbreaking new book, "Growing Cooler,” shows how compact development and smart growth are key tools to reducing vehicle-related emissions. Co-author Jerry Walters will present the book's key findings, and discuss ways that smart growth can be implemented in the context of California's emerging climate change rules.

SPUR, Fifth Floor 312 Sutter Street(at Grant), San Francisco Two blocks from the Powell Street MUNI/BART station

Free to members $5 for non-members Okay to bring lunch