Magazine
Voices
4.23.2019
Blue economies can repair ecosystems and economies of island nations — but not without the leadership of women
Nickie Cammisa
In countries with coastlines, there’s a literal ocean of opportunity that remains untapped. This opportunity — known as the blue economy — includes major industries such as fishing, shipping and tourism. The trick is taking advantage of this opportunity to grow the economy and create jobs without damaging ecosystems and depleting the resource, which would…
Story
4.22.2019
Will ocean seafood farming sink or swim? UCLA study evaluates its potential
David Colgan
Research on 144 countries reveals opportunities and pitfalls of this fast-growing sector
Story
4.3.2019
UCLA students help Pacific island economies grow sustainably
Sonia Aronson
UCLA graduate students help developing islands capitalize on ocean resources.
Story
3.28.2019
California ‘browning’ more in the south during droughts
David Colgan
Vegetation in the southern part of the state is being hit harder due to climate change, UCLA-led study finds
Story
3.21.2019
Not just homeowners — businesses need sustainable landscaping too
Nicki Aviel
California is coming off the heels of an exceptionally wet February which saw multiple atmospheric rivers drench the state. But this a land of extremes, and while the state is flush with water now, we’re coming off a historic drought and another is all but inevitable. Responding to the drought in April 2015, Governor Jerry…