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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
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Uncovering the perils of plastics

New analysis provides a comprehensive account of the health, economic and environmental harms associated with plastics.
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The Perils of Plastic

Tracking Environmental, Climate, and Human Impacts of Plastic Production, Use and Disposal

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.
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Meet Rae Spriggs, Our Climate Action Research Manager

Join us in welcoming Rae to the Luskin Center for Innovation team!
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Colleen Callahan Named Co-Executive Director of Luskin Center for Innovation

With more than a decade at UCLA, Callahan steps into a new position to further shape environmental solutions.

Join Our Team! We’re Hiring a Manager of Climate Action Research

We’re hiring a proactive, collaborative leader to facilitate climate action research and amplify its impact.

Wildfire and Water Supply in California

Advancing a Research and Policy Agenda

How Can California Protect Its Water Supply From Wildfire?

Stakeholders from across disciplines and institutions offer recommendations to ensure safe, reliable water supply amid a growing wildfire threat.

Preparing for Extreme Heat in California

Assessing Gaps in State-Level Policies and Funding Opportunities