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UCLA researchers study impacts of streets on urban heat
New research finds shade, such as from trees, to be the most effective strategy to cool hot city streets

New shade shelter prototype aims to keep transit riders cool
Community-driven research strives to prevent heat-related illnesses

Heat waves aren’t going anywhere. Here’s how we can prepare.
UCLA’s V. Kelly Turner takes a multi-pronged approach that emphasizes equitable solutions to this dangerous problem

Who will be most impacted by rising temperatures in California?
New online mapping tool helps the state prepare for extreme heat

Most major U.S. cities are underprepared for rising temperatures
A UCLA-led analysis highlights gaps in municipal planning for often-deadly rising temperatures

California is making big, hyperlocal investments to fight climate change — and it’s working
New UCLA progress reports show how the Transformative Climate Communities program is improving the lives of Californians

California needs a people-focused and equity-driven approach to address extreme heat
New research aims to further inform the state’s heat planning, legislative and budget decisions

Uncovering the perils of plastics
New analysis provides a comprehensive account of the health, economic and environmental harms associated with plastics.

Insights from an environmental pioneer
Mary Nichols, longtime champion of emission regulation in California, offers a roadmap toward a cleaner transportation future at a UCLA Meyer and Renee Luskin Lecture.