Ph.D. in Environment and Sustainability
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What cities can learn from Los Angeles’s effort to build a fairer energy system
A closer look at the decisions, data and trade-offs behind LA’s plan to reach 100% renewable energy by 2035 — without leaving vulnerable communities behind
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Stephanie Pincetl for The Economist—How will calamity change Los Angeles?
UCLA IoES Professor Stephanie Pincetl discusses Los Angeles’ rebuilding efforts after the devastating wildfires for The Economist, asserting that the city should use this moment to address its housing crisis…
Nearly half of Colombia’s culturally important plant species lack conservation protections
Nearly half of these culturally significant plants lack the conservation safeguards needed to ensure their survival, according to a new study published in Ecosystems and People. The research, led by…
UCLA earns top 10 spot among environmental science universities
UCLA, already ranked the No. 1 public university in the country for the eighth consecutive year by the U.S. News & World Report, has now been recognized as the No. 10 university in Niche.com’s annual “Best Colleges for Environmental Science” rankings
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UCLA Ranked Among Top 10 Most Sustainable Universities in the World
UCLA has been ranked as the #9 most sustainable university in the world by Sustainability Magazine. This prestigious ranking highlights UCLA’s commitment to environmental stewardship through decades of initiatives in…
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Edith de Guzman for Grist — The surprisingly simple way cities could save people from extreme heat
Urban heat islands, exacerbated by concrete and asphalt, pose significant health risks in cities. UCLA researcher Edith de Guzman discusses the urban heat island effect for Grist, highlighting the potential…
