UCLA transit pass programs improved accessibility and reduced emissions in 2023
The annual State of the Commute report documents Bruins’ commuting behavior each year.
Results for: sustainability
Results
EPA in the courts over vehicle emissions, and regulating ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water
It’s been a busy week for Environmental Protection Agency watchers. UCLA experts weigh in.
Karen McKinnon receives NSF CAREER Award for heat extremes research
The World Health Organization has identified heat waves — on the rise worldwide — as one of the most dangerous natural hazards.
April 4: UCLA First Thursdays brings the ‘L.A. Vibes,’ with SoCal skate culture, graffiti art
April’s edition of the series connecting UCLA and the local community will feature roller-skating, mural painting, food and more.
The Future Is Now
With three key acquisitions, UCLA is laying out a bold new vision for the years ahead.
Saving the Planet, One Block at a Time
Gaurav Sant is transforming carbon dioxide into concrete while producing green hydrogen fuel — processes that started with a boyhood interest in seashells.
5 Years, 5 Goals
Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost Darnell Hunt discusses UCLA’s exciting new five-year Strategic Plan.
The New Frontiers
A series of new property additions will expand UCLA’s ability to serve students and the city of Los Angeles.
The Original L.A. Law
Over its 75-year history, UCLA Law has tackled some of society’s most critical issues. But it’s only getting started.
Report lays out a path for theaters’ sustainability in post-pandemic world
Could practices adopted during the COVID-19 pandemic point the way to new audiences and more reliable funding?
Diversity in demand: People of color, women – in audience and on the big screen – hold keys to industry survival
People of color also hit historic highs while women drop in key jobs, according to UCLA Hollywood Diversity Report.
Can ‘urban humanism’ reverse L.A.’s housing crisis? In some ways, it already has
On March 7, Dana Cuff will discuss architecture’s ability to design more equitable futures at UCLA’s Faculty Research Lecture.
UCLA in the News February 28, 2024
Highlights from Bloomberg, the Associated Press, Newsweek and others.
UCLA and Equatic to build world’s largest ocean-based plant for carbon removal
The $20 million system in Singapore will be capable of removing 3,650 metric tons of CO2 per year while producing 105 tons of clean hydrogen.
UCLA Wildfire & Climate Monthly supplement: Rain, the L.A. River and UCLA water expertise
Two UCLA water experts weigh in on granny flats, water recycling and more.
How to dim the consequences of global light pollution
The harm excessive light causes animals and humans, plus mitigation solutions, are detailed in a new report.
UCLA in the News February 14, 2024
Highlights from Bloomberg Law, the Christian Science Monitor, The Hill and others.
UCLA gets a gold star for sustainability
The campus’s efforts were recognized by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education.
UCLA honored as a top producer of Fulbright U.S. Scholars for 2023–24
Six faculty members and researchers are conducting projects from Botswana to Japan, expanding and deepening the university’s global engagement.
UCLA in the News February 12, 2024
Highlights from The Guardian, MSNBC, the Los Angeles Times and others.
UCLA Wildfire & Climate Monthly: Was that global warming?
UCLA climate scientist Alex Hall says the severity of the storm that recently pummeled California “is entirely what we would expect from climate change.”
Take off with an electric bike through new University of California incentive program
Bruins and all students, staff and faculty can pedal away and enjoy the perks of a greener commute.