Logisitics & FAQ

If you are lost, or have any issues on-site, 

please Text or Call Ryan Hoover at (503) 330-1305

Street Address: USC Hotel, 3540 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90007

Detailed PARKINg Info

(^^^ Click for more info and photos showing where to go)

Parking For USC Hotel Guests - $40/night in the USC Hotel Parking Structure

Parking for Anyone Else - $4/hr or $20 max/day

To get in, pull into the front of the hotel, drive about 50 yards further, and turn right - you'll see a booth with an attendant (but he doesn't accept payment) - drive into the structure and follow directions on the signs to park via your phone: 

3540 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90007

FAQ

Q: What is the overall schedule for the National Academy West?

A: See the Schedule here

Q: What should I wear for the National Academy West?

A: Business Casual Attire

Q: What should I bring with me?

A: This is a short list, including but not limited to:

1. Your fully charged cell phone

2. Your laptop & charger*
   (*NOTE: Not all seats have available power, they are first come, first served)

3. A pad of paper & writing utensils

4. Reusable water bottle, if possible

5. OPTIONAL - A power strip, if easy to bring, could allow more to get access to power

Q: Where at the USC Hotel will the National Academy be taking place?

A: It will be on the 2nd Floor in the Ballroom (at the top of the stairs)

Q: Will there be alcohol served at the reception on Friday?

A: YES! Cleantech Open will provide 1 free drink per registered attendee. Each additional drink will have to be purchased from the bar, USING CREDIT CARDS ONLY. NO CASH ACCEPTED. Heavy appetizers will be provided.

Q: Where is the Thursday evening get-together? And at what time on May 29th?

YES! walking distance from the USC Hotel 6-8 PM - see Schedule - It's no-host, so you can buy your own drinks, appetizers, dinner, etc.

Q: When should we arrive / depart?

A: We recommend arriving Thursday late afternoon, May 29, so you are fresh for Friday, can join our optional, casual, no-host get-together Thursday, and you can also participate in the LA Coliseum Walking Tour Friday morning - which is completely optional with limited capacity.
In all cases, plan to be on-site, ready to go by 12:30 Friday, May 30.

We will finish by 1:00 pm Sunday, June 1, at the latest, so plan your departure flights accordingly, allowing for transport to the airport and moderate traffic.

Q: Any Flights / Hotel Advice?

A: For flights, we recommend arriving at LAX or BUR (Burbank) - both are about the same distance away and same cost using Uber, etc. Burbank is a simpler, smaller airport, but has fewer flights and is sometimes more expensive than LAX.

CTO has arranged a very favorable deal with the USC Hotel, getting rates down to $219 per night excl taxes, to pay on arrival. See Welcome email from Ryan for the link/code. Mentors and others wanting to stay in the hotel, please request the link/code from rhoover@cleantechopen.org.

Otherwise, Booking.com, Hotels.com, AirBnb, etc all have options, though be aware that the area around USC, especially to the east and south, can be sketchy, and generally any accommodations under $150/night would be pretty seedy - please check the reviews! We strongly recommend staying at the USC Hotel.  You will not need a car during the Academy.