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UCLA faculty voice: The case for ‘sanctuary cities’ for endangered species
Ursula Heise writes about the benefit of Los Angeles becoming a habitat for the endangered, though non-native, green-cheeked Amazon parrot.
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Making an economic case for local water in L.A. County
New UCLA-led research demonstrates the financial benefits of using sources such as groundwater.
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New report on climate change in the Sierra Nevada shows need for human adaptation
From water resources to wildfires, UCLA research reveals a climate future that will have wide-ranging consequences.
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UCLA faculty voice: Making L.A. water self-sufficient won’t be easy or cheap. But it can be done
Mark Gold says it'll take a combination of capturing stormwater, recycling treated wastewater and restoring groundwater.
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Study shows market-based strategies for ecosystem conservation are surging
UCLA-led research shows more than 550 payments for ecosystem services programs are active worldwide with more than $36 billion in annual transactions.
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Climate science degree will extend UCLA’s commitment to environmental research and teaching
“It’s critical to educate the next generation of scientists to understand how and why our climate is changing, and what measures must be taken to adapt,” said professor Alex Hall.
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UCLA, KCET team up for environmental storytelling and public media collaboration
The yearlong partnership provides graduate students with opportunities to create new narratives to engage audiences with research.
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Unlocking millions of dollars in state incentives for solar power in L.A. County
New research by UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation and GRID Alternatives quantifies benefits of solar power on affordable housing.
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Extreme fieldwork, drones, climate modeling yield new insights about Greenland’s melting ice sheet
A new UCLA-led study reinforces the importance of collaboration in assessing the effects of climate change.
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‘Climate Lab’ video series returns with examination of environmental impact of online shopping
The latest video in the UC-Vox partnership points out how choosing faster shipping affects the carbon footprint comparison between shopping in stores versus online.
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Genetic research reveals impact of the 101 Freeway on Los Angeles wildlife
UCLA study finds more genetic variation than expected among affected animals in the Santa Monica Mountains.
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The search for the elusive Southern rubber boa
UCLA researchers are using genetics to find out whether the elusive Southern California snake is an endangered species.
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$5 million gift from Morton La Kretz will support renovation of UCLA Botany Building
The restoration and improvements made possible by the donation will enhance research and teaching on plant, conservation and environmental biology.
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More local water for Los Angeles could mean a drier Los Angeles River
“What we’ve learned is that the L.A. River can’t be everything to everyone all the time,” said Katie Mika, a UCLA postdoctoral scholar and author of the report.
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A tiny fraction of oceans could satisfy the world’s fish demand
UCLA environmental scientist co-authored a study that maps where fish and seafood can be sustainably farmed.
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UCLA study helps Californians save electricity — and money — this summer
Chai Energy and UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation are conducting a pilot study that could help consumers monitor their electricity usage and avoid peak pricing.
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Pritzker Genius Award aims to spark environmental advances
Presented by the UCLA Institute of the Environment and Sustainability, the new prize is the first major environmental award for those under 40.
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UCLA Meyer and Renee Luskin Conference Center is now LEED Platinum
In addition to the honor from the U.S. Green Building Council, the conference center has been recognized for its commitment to sustainability by the Los Angeles Business Council.
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High-tech rainforest map brings climate and conservation efforts into sharp relief
Data collected in the Congo by UCLA scientists and others will help empower global initiatives to protect the planet.
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UCLA-led researchers track groundwater loss during drought in California’s Central Valley
Study raises questions about water management and supply in an area that produces more than half of fruit, vegetable and nut crops in the United States.
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Food for thought: chefs, scientists and food experts on environmentally conscientious eating
The nonprofit Chefs Collaborative and UCLA co-hosted speakers on a series of sustainable food panels, featuring food-scene stars, UCLA staff and faculty and food critic Jonathan Gold.
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Solid Golds: Sustainable seafood is the goal
UCLA alumni and brothers Mark Gold, respected environmental advocate and scientist, and Jonathan Gold, Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer, on what restaurants, chefs and legislators can do.
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Los Angeles County’s energy and air quality earn a C on UCLA environmental report card
New state and local policies promoting energy use transparency, public transit funding and sustainable development make researchers are optimistic for improvement.
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Experts come up with surprising solutions to climate change in new UC/Vox video series
The first episode features UCLA environmental economist Magali Delmas.
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Green building programs show big results for big buildings
UCLA study shows that certified green buildings save 319 million pounds of carbon emissions in Los Angeles per year. Unfortunately, smaller buildings are left behind.
- Thursday, June 21, 2018