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Climate change makes catastrophic flood twice as likely
David Colgan
UCLA-led research is first piece of ArkStorm 2.0 flood disaster preparation
IoES Magazine
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Most California incentive programs meant to reduce energy use have the opposite effect
David Colgan
UCLA-led study finds products’ energy savings estimates are often inaccurate
Story
Climate change increases risk of devastating debris flows after wildfires in western U.S.
David Colgan
Research co-authored by UCLA’s Daniel Swain finds extreme precipitation conditions projected to increase
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Public talk underscores need for equity and regulation in the electrification of transportation
Anna Novoselov
California has passed numerous laws stimulating green transportation. According to environmentalist Mary Nichols, making these laws work will take better enforcement. “Regulations are really only as good as the enforcement…
Story
Changing bus schedules can protect riders from deadly heat, study finds
David Colgan
Rerouting 10% of Phoenix’ bus fleet could reduce exposure to extreme heat by 35%
Story
Using electric vehicles for ride-sharing in New Delhi can boost air quality for millions
David Colgan
UCLA-led research shows how the transition could improve public health and save money
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Days with hazardous levels of air pollutants are more common due to increase in wildfires
David Colgan
In Western U.S., health risks from ground-level ozone and fine particulate matter continue to grow, study shows
Story
Jaden Smith and Mari Copeny honored for environmental justice leadership at UCLA gala
David Colgan
Virtual fundraising gala featured celebrity performances and science from UCLA graduate students
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UCLA environmental experts featured in PBS sustainability series
Madeline Adamo
Faculty and others play a major role in shaping stories of accountability in ‘Sustaining US,’ whose second season debuts Oct. 6
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Program co-produced by UCLA storytelling lab wins local Emmy
David Colgan
‘Earth Focus’ episode explores environmental and human costs of coal mining in South Africa
Profile
Jacob Phaneuf found his path at UCLA through a passion for genetics and environmental justice
Sonia Aronson
Everyone was making small talk, trying to figure out what they had in common. Jacob told me he was a microbiology major from a tiny town in upstate New York…
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Private land conservation could be key to meeting Biden’s 2030 environmental goals
David Colgan
UCLA-led study finds voluntary legal agreements protect at-risk species more efficiently than public lands
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Biosolids used as fertilizer could contain more plastic than previously thought
Jonathan Van Dyke
The UCLA research suggests that fertilizer could contain far more plastic particles — as much as 25 times more — than was previously suspected. How tiny particles of plastic called…
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Carbon sequestration: a critical but less-understood piece of the climate puzzle
Anna Novoselov
Removing carbon already in the air is a must for Biden to meet international goals, say UCLA experts
Story
Simulations show how city building configurations affect pedestrians’ air quality
David Colgan
Pollution at street level is worst with buildings in tight rows, UCLA study finds
Story
Drought restrictions had side benefit: Lowering risk of mosquito-borne disease
Sonia Aronson
Study finds Southern California mosquito populations would have been around 40% higher without water-use mandates
Story
Evidence mounts that eco-friendly wine tastes better
David Colgan
Certified organic French wines rated higher by experts, UCLA-led study finds
Story
A ‘ghastly future’ unless extraordinary action is taken soon on sustainability
Stuart Wolpert
Global team of scientists, including UCLA’s Daniel Blumstein, points to environmental, population and political challenges
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Tribal leader Clara Pratte wins Pritzker Award for young environmental innovators
David Colgan
Navajo sustainable business advocate receives $100,000 for grassroots and national efforts
Story
State of Fire
Alison Hewitt
UCLA wildfire research reveals the patterns and future threats of blazes in California — and offers a foundation for how to face the flames.
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Sustainability leaders discuss possible outcomes of pandemic
Ashley Kruythoff
The abrupt onset of the coronavirus forced people, businesses, and organizations to aggressively prepare for a new reality and uncertain future. Around the world, institutions shifted to digital engagement, implementing…