UCLA to guide the prioritization and evaluation of equity strategies for LADWP’s clean energy transition

New engaged research builds on LCI’s past affordability recommendations.
UCLA to lead the new Center of Excellence for Heat Resilient CommunitiesPicture by Tambako the Jaguar

UCLA to lead the new Center of Excellence for Heat Resilient Communities

The Luskin Center for Innovation receives a first-of-its-kind federal grant to help protect communities from heat dangers.
Pile of Newspapers

Downsizing local news contributes to crumbling infrastructure

Study co-authored by Luskin Center for Innovation faculty director links local journalism with voter support for investments critical for climate resilience.

Climate resilience panels drew crowds at UCLA Luskin Summit

Luskin Center for Innovation and civic partners share lessons on cooling strategies and community-led climate action.
A bus ad created for the 2023 HeatSafeLA campaign

Effectively communicating about heat risk requires deep community engagement

To reach heat-impacted communities, LCI report recommends heat communicators combine outreach strategies into targeted campaigns.

Luskin Center for Innovation researchers draft policy briefs to address on-property plumbing issues

Supporting Los Angeles residents’ trust in tap water quality