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Restoration clash over Ballona Wetlands shows importance of nature in urban areas

Sonia Aronson

Invasive plants cover the largest coastal wetland in Los Angeles County

High school students honored in environmental film contest

David Colgan

2019 GreenShorts awards handed out in six categories at UCLA

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…

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

UCLA students help Pacific island economies grow sustainably

Sonia Aronson

UCLA graduate students help developing islands capitalize on ocean resources.

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