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New roadmap sets forth path toward comprehensively assessing the nation’s drinking water quality for the first time

UCLA Luskin researchers and Rural Community Assistance Partnership Incorporated plan to implement the recommendations over the next five years

Report: Variation in Household Water and Sewer Bills across 4 U.S. States

New 4-state study of drinking water and sewer service bill levels finds remarkably similar state averages but varying local expenditure burdens.

Welcome to our new climate action researcher, Samantha Astudillo

Learn more about our newest team member and her research

Aerial view above Reynier Village neighborhood in West Los Angeles, CaliforniaThomas De Wever / iStock 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

Celebrating our impact in 2022

Meet our new faculty director and explore our actionable research for a sustainable future in our new Impact Report

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

Welcome to our new water equity researcher, Grace Harrison

Learn more about our new team member and her research

A worker monitoring water filtration Supporting safe, clean water through water system partnerships

New water system consolidation guide bolsters access to reliable drinking water

Collaborators celebrate the unveiling of a new bus shelter in Oasis, California New shade shelter prototype aims to keep transit riders cool

Community-driven research strives to prevent heat-related illnesses

Megan Mullin appointed an endowed chair and faculty director at UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs

Environmental politics scholar joins Luskin Center for Innovation leadership team as urgent climate change challenges face California and the country

Students walking in front of the UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs We’re jointly hiring a Water Equity and Adaptation Policy Researcher!

Apply for this Cooperative Extension position by Monday, November 14

Welcome to our new visiting scholars, Sara Hughes and C.J. Gabbe

Learn more about the scholars and their research

Luskin Center for Innovation welcomes new project manager for environmental data science

Get to know Ruth Engel, our newest team member

Los Angeles skyline in pink 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

Students walking by the entrance to the Luskin School of Public Affairs We’re hiring a Manager of Water Equity Research!

Apply by Tuesday, September 6

Rainwater flowing into a storm drain in Los Angeles Informing equitable stormwater investments in L.A. County

Findings from new UCLA report emphasize the need for community-selected and benefiting projects

Trainees from GRID Alternatives install solar panels on a roof in Los Angeles. UCLA teams up with LADWP for equitable solutions to reach 100% renewable energy

Researchers are lending their expertise to help make sure everyone in Los Angeles can benefit from the efforts

Meet Ariana Hernandez and Elena Hernandez, our newest team members

Join us in welcoming them to the Luskin Center for Innovation team!

People reviewing bills in living roomMoyo Studio / iStock To relieve pressure of high energy bills, simplifying assistance programs is necessary

Study shows successes of energy savings programs, like targeted outreach and debt relief

A curb with a plaque referencing a green stormwater management programPhoto credit: Mark McClure / Flickr (CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 license) What influences local leaders to prioritize green stormwater solutions?

A new study finds that decisionmakers who value environmental protection are most likely to choose green stormwater management tactics

A map from the HPI: Extreme Heat Edition, showing where in Southern California will experience comparatively more extreme heat days in mid-century. 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