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.

Location
Audience
Event Format
Policy Area
Date Range

March 2024

San Francisco City Hall and skyline
Mar
19
Tue
Online
Digital Discourse to

POSTPONED: Reforming Business Tax: Strategies for Economic Growth

**Due to circumstances beyond our control, this event is postponed and will be rescheduled. We hope you will be able to join us at a later date, and we apologize for the inconvenience.** San Francisco's business tax structure is facing new challenges and needs reform. Learn more about why reform is needed, the proposed changes, and the impacts on small, medium, and large businesses in San Francisco.
Caltrain's new electric trains
Mar
20
Wed
Online
Digital Discourse to

Virtual Tour: Caltrain Electric Trains Deep Dive

In advance of the in-person tour of Caltrain’s new electric trains, join us for a deep dive into the ins and outs of this electrification project. This is an opportunity to learn more about the project and ask questions prior to the tour.
Passengers boarding a Caltrain electric train
Mar
26
Tue
San Francisco
Tour to

[SOLD OUT] Caltrain Electric Trains [In-Person Tour]

Learn more about Caltrain’s brand new electric trains on a special behind the scenes tour with SPUR! Caltrain is purchasing new, high-performance electric trains to replace the current diesel locomotive trains as part of Caltrain Electrification. Join us as we hop on board these new trains and get the inside scoop.
One South Van Ness green roof
Mar
28
Thu
San Francisco
In-Person Forum to

Reinventing Cities: Can zero-carbon development play a role in San Francisco’s recovery?

San Francisco has entered two City-owned sites into the C40 Cities Reinventing Cities Competition, a global design and development competition to transform underutilized urban sites into innovative, zero-carbon and resilient developments. Learn more about the competition and vision for how the two sites can play a role in meeting downtown economic recovery, housing, development, and sustainability goals.

April 2024

Image of a Tesla electric car, plugged into an EV charger in a parking garage
Apr
2
Tue
Online
Digital Discourse to

Reaching 1 Million Electric Vehicle Chargers by 2030

The California Energy Commission says California needs 1.01 million electric vehicle chargers by 2030 to support 7.1 million passenger plug-in vehicles. But the Bay Area and California are way behind in meeting those goals. Come hear about the region’s EV charging goals, challenges, and solutions.
A festival takes place at Yerba Buena Gardens, with various San Francisco buildings seen in the background
Apr
20
Sat
San Francisco
Special Program to

Earth Day Festival 2024

SPUR and the Yerba Buena Gardens Conservancy invite you to celebrate Earth Day with us at the Yerba Buena Gardens for a fun-filled, family-friendly day of live music, food, and interactive activities in partnership with YBCA, the Children’s Creativity Museum, Yerba Buena Ice Skating and Bowling Center, Yerba Buena Gardens Festival, and SOMACC.

May 2024

Aerial view of Sacramento skyline
May
16
Thu
Online
Digital Discourse to

View from Sacramento: State Housing Legislation Roundup and Budget Update

Join us as we hear from veteran Sacramento lobbyists and senior housing advocates about several of the key state housing bills currently making their way through the legislative process as well as the prospects for affordable housing funding in the state budget.
Ideas + Action, May 30, 2024 at The Commonwealth Club in San Francisco
May
30
Thu
San Francisco + Online
Ideas + Action to

Ideas + Action 2024: The Future of Cities

Join SPUR for Ideas + Action 2024: The Future of Cities as we explore topics including accommodating regional growth, the evolution of downtowns, responding to climate change, and creating inclusive public spaces.

October 2024

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.