The intersection of the environment and local businesses are in focus at a Sierra Commons panel discussion Thursday.

Representatives from South Yuba River Citizens League (SYRCL), The Sierra Fund and Sierra Watch will be on hand 6 p.m. at Sierra Commons, located in the Old Brewery Building in Nevada City.

Topics include conservation and general issues nonprofits and businesses face.

Sierra Commons is a nonprofit that provides shared office space to business start-ups. The panel is open to the public, with a suggested donation of $15.