Rosanna Xia discusses her book published by Heyday, California Against the Sea, in conversation with Tyrone Jue at the San Francisco Public Library Main Branch.

In-person event. 100 Larkin Street, San Francisco, CA. Environmental Center Exhibit Space – 5th Fl. An RSVP is appreciated, but not required. Please write to EnvironmentalCenter@sfpl.org

Author Rosanna Xia will discuss stories from her book California Against the Sea, 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.