In UCLA’s Heat Lab, undergraduates help tackle the human realities of a warming world
A group of UCLA students is making it their mission to understand how heat impacts our bodies, communities and planet.
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Sacramento River Basin serves as test case for conserving water over unpredictable weather cycles
The summer of 2022 brought worrying news for California’s water supply.
4 UCLA faculty members have been elected to the National Academy of Sciences
Heather Maynard, Sorin Popa, Marilyn Raphael and Edward Leamer were selected for their achievements in original research.
What’s next for the Southwest’s yo-yo weather? Daniel Swain ‘Office Hours’
The UCLA climate scientist explores California’s weather and wildfire outlook.
How safe is L.A.’s post-fire soil? UCLA’s Sanjay Mohanty is helping homeowners get the information they need
The engineer is teaming with the civic initiative Community Action Project–Los Angeles to provide free analyses for fire-impacted residents.
UCLA study: How to break through climate apathy
Researchers looked into ways to communicate the true impact of climate change and found a solution.
How UCLA engineers are aiding L.A.’s wildfire recovery and addressing post-fire hazards
UCLA Samueli School of Engineering faculty and students are helping with CAP.LA free soil testing following the wildfires
Watch: How UCLA has become L.A.’s living lab of sustainability
Take a video tour around UCLA to learn about the sustainability initiatives that power, drive and shape the campus.
Guggenheim Fellowships awarded to 5 UCLA faculty members
Mona Jarrahi, Suk-Young Kim, Jingyi Jessica Lee, Carolina Lithgow-Bertelloni and Park Williams are among a group of 198 new fellows chosen from more than, 3,500 applicants.
Watch: Climate Action Day solutions presented during program honoring tech innovations
Earth-friendly options for EV batteries, food systems, cooling and water recycling were featured at UCLA’s Technology Development Group program.
‘Climate Notes’: Where science meets symphony at UCLA
The inaugural performance of “Climate Notes” takes place April 27 at 4 p.m. in Schoenberg Hall.
UCLA experts are monitoring wildlife recovery in Eaton fire burn scar
UCLA researchers are taking part in the effort to monitor plant and wildlife recovery in the Chaney Trail Corridor, located Northwest of Eaton Canyon.
UCLA law students help write state bill targeting air pollution
Businesses that process used concrete have long caused dust pollution for neighbors. Students in a UCLA law clinic are helping find a solution.
Hunga volcano eruption cooled, rather than warmed, the Southern Hemisphere
A UCLA-led study shows the eruption of the underwater volcano reduced temperatures over the Southern Hemisphere by 0.1 C.
As Colorado River shrinks, states fail to tap an accessible water source
A new UCLA-NRDC report reveals basin-wide gaps in wastewater reuse despite worsening water shortages.
The global good: How UCLA is working toward a healthier, cleaner and more sustainable planet
For more than 50 years, Bruins have been at the vanguard of research and advocacy aimed at protecting the environment.
Cut through climate misinformation with UCLA’s Degrees newsletter and Daniel Swain’s ‘Office Hours’
Get timely perspectives and new angles on current climate stories with expert commentary from UCLA’s top environmental researchers and policy experts.
UCLA partners with Urban Land Institute and USC on roadmap for rebuilding after the L.A. fires
The Project Recovery roadmap provides actionable recommendations to support a more resilient future.
Southwest’s drought and fire outlook with UCLA’s Daniel Swain
Get updates on the forecast for wildfires, droughts and precipitation in California and the greater Southwest on March 19 at 1 p.m. PT.
L.A.’s post-fire rebuilding: Water edition
UCLA water and climate researchers provide comprehensive responses to questions about water for firefighting in urban environments.
Federal weather service firings: People will die in extreme weather
Daniel Swain, a UCLA and UC ANR climate scientist, spoke up today against the mass firings at the National National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the National Weather Service.
Do urban water supply systems put out wildfires?
UCLA experts and colleagues provide answers to frequently asked questions about firefighting, water infrastructure, fire hydrants and more.
UCLA connects experts to new independent commission on fire recovery created by County Supervisor Horvath
Experts will provide L.A. civic leaders with the research-informed knowledge to create policy to inform ‘safe and resilient’ recovery.
Palisades fire first responders included LAFD battalion chiefs who are UCLA Extension alums
The chiefs honed their skills and obtained certified associate project manager certificates through the project management professional exam preparation in 2019.
Daniel Swain ‘Office Hours’: Why we need the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration
UCLA and UC ANR climate scientist Daniel Swain will discuss the vital importance and life-saving role of the federal agency.