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Furniture from China contributes to deforestation in central Africa
David Colgan
UCLA research shows connection between loss of trees and furniture bought in the U.S.
IoES Magazine
Review
A guide for companies on how to bundle green benefits with consumer perks
Alison Hewitt
Q&A with environmental economist Magali Delmas about her book on getting consumers to buy eco-friendly products
Story
Climate change is making it harder for couples to conceive
David Colgan
UCLA research finds warming temperatures have a negative effect on fertility, birth rates
Story
UCLA students and NRDC delve into agricultural water conservation
David Colgan
Despite spotty data, students identified places where modern irrigation offers the best opportunity for conservation
Story
Lawrence Bender and Daniel Weiss named co-chairs of IoES advisory board
David Colgan
Lawrence Bender and Daniel Weiss were recently named co-chairs of the institute’s board of advisors, which works with leadership and faculty to direct, support and develop programs for research, education…
Story
Making an economic case for local water in L.A. County
David Colgan
New research shows financial benefits of using sources such as groundwater
Story
Willow flycatchers, already an endangered species, also imperiled by climate change
David Colgan
UCLA-led genetic research reveals global warming is a serious threat for a bird species in decline
Voices
On global warming, everyone needs a seat at the table
Lawrence Bender
Eleven years later, Barack Obama’s environmental vision still requires diversity in science
Review
GreenShorts awards high school environmental filmmakers
David Colgan
The event, which was held at the James Bridges Theater on campus in Westwood, recognized top short films in five categories out of more than than 70 entries from high…
Profile
UCLA high school volunteer wins state science fair
David Colgan
He runs cross country. He’s on the speech and debate team. He struggles with Spanish class at times. His favorite band is The Killers. He’s also doing scientific research to…
Story
Study forecasts a severe climate future for California
David Colgan
UCLA research predicts dramatic shifts between extreme dry and extreme wet weather by end of 21st century
Profile
Environmental science without borders
David Colgan
UCLA Institute of the Environment and Sustainability alumnus Jason Post bridges that gap with science education — he was recruited to Navajo Technical University by their Environmental Science and Geographic…
Story
Inspiration on oceans and diversity at the 2018 IoES Gala
David Colgan
At the 2018 “SeaCO2Change” gala, Van Jones, and Keely Shaye and Pierce Brosnan issued a call to action while helping raise $1.3 million for research, education and improving diversity in the environmental field. Watch their full speeches here.
Story
New report on climate change in the Sierra Nevada shows need for human adaptation
David Colgan
The range contains the highest point in the continental United States, Mount Whitney, and is home to both the oldest and largest trees in the world — as well as…
Story
A cold case on Greenland’s glaciers warms up with new evidence
David Colgan
UCLA led-research shows Earth may be approaching a carbon dioxide threshold for melting ice in the Arctic
Story
L.A.’s path to independence from imported water
After a yearlong reprieve, Southern California is again under severe water scarcity conditions: Only 2 1/2 inches of rain have fallen in Los Angeles during the past 12 months. This…
Story
On the environment, is humanity a victim of its own success?
Colin O'Brien-Lux
A recent panel discussion explored society’s capacity to respond to environmental concerns in the modern era.
Story
Rising sea levels put Pacific salt marshes at risk for extinction, study finds
David Colgan
Research will help to inform policy on conservation of wetlands
Story
UCLA, KCET team up for environmental storytelling and public media collaboration
Cailey Hall
Partnership seeks to create new narratives to engage audiences with research
Story
UCLA professor to lead environmental bike expedition along California’s coast
David Colgan
The 1,000-mile ride will fund research at the UCLA Center for Climate Science
Story
Lights, camera, science!
David Colgan
Film contest GreenShorts expands to reach and teach more SoCal high school students