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Research Programs

We focus our research on solutions that build resilience to today’s most pressing environmental challenges.

Climate

Informing public policy to address global warming

Energy

Spurring energy efficiency and renewable energy innovation

Environmental Equity

Ensuring environmental benefits for all

Transportation

Accelerating the transition to zero- emission transportation

Urban Greening

Creating active, healthy, and sustainable public spaces

Water

Advancing solutions for sustainable water systems

News

Edward Rendon Park, Austin. Photo by Cesar Garza / Flickr

Federal park funding reaches underserved communities — but more can be done

Research from UCLA and The Wilderness Society finds that with a few key improvements, federal park funds can bring outdoor recreation to more communities
Students walking by the entrance to the Luskin School of Public Affairs

We’re hiring an associate project manager of climate action research

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Welcome to our new water equity researcher, Grace Harrison

Learn more about our new team member and her research
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Recent Publications

A worker monitoring water filtration

Designing Water System Consolidation Projects

Geothermal plant near the Salton Sea

Lithium Extraction Policy in the Salton Sea and Thacker Pass

Workforce Impacts of Achieving Carbon-Neutral Transportation in California

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