
A Groundbreaking Hydrologic Study Examines How a Low-to-No Snow Future Will Reshape Western U.S. Water Resources and Management Strategies
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Wealthy Homeowners More Likely to Benefit from Wildfire Suppression Efforts
In a recent study, researchers found that affluent homeowners reap more benefits from state fire suppression resources
May 19 2022
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Rāhui: Supporting Traditional Resource Management with Contemporary Conservation in French Polynesia
Researchers with the Rāhui Forum and Research Center empower local communities to manage their natural resources, coupled with contemporary ecological tools
May 18 2022
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Expanding Ocean Food Production Under Climate Change is Possible with Swift Action
A study by UCSB researchers shows that as the human demand for food increases, the ocean can be sustainably cultivated with careful action
Apr 26 2022
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Exploring Opportunities for Legislative Bipartisanship on U.S. Climate Mitigation
Researchers shed light on opportunities for bipartisan cooperation in the current political climate
Apr 5 2022
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Assessing the Impact of Anthropogenic Pressures on Global Coastal Ecosystems
Researchers identified earth’s remaining intact coastal ecosystems, and the actions nations can undertake to retain, restore and sustainably manage them
Feb 8 2022
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A Groundbreaking Hydrologic Study Examines How a Low-to-No Snow Future Will Reshape Western U.S. Water Resources and Management Strategies
A Groundbreaking Hydrologic Study Examines How a Low-to-No Snow Future Will Reshape Western U.S. Water Resources and Management Strategies
Oct 26 2021
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Blue Foods Assessment Examines the Role of Aquatic Foods in Sustainable and Equitable Global Food Systems
The project brings together a global team of over 100 scientists to propel change in the policies and practices that shape the future of food systems around the world
Sep 28 2021
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Trust, Collective Action, and Ecological Design: Transforming The Way We Think About Marine Conservation
An insightful conversation with Bren researcher, Anastasia Quintana, exploring the benefits, drawbacks, and lessons learned from a small-scale fisheries management study in the Gulf of California
Aug 5 2021
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New Tool Combines Machine Learning with Earth Satellite Imagery for More Accessible Global Data
Researchers develop a machine learning tool that makes it accessible and affordable for people anywhere to use satellite imagery to address climate challenges
Jul 21 2021
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Researchers Identify Major Pitfalls in Internet Energy Predictions
Commentary outlines four pitfalls to avoid in assessing the Internet's energy and carbon impacts
Jun 30 2021
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Globally Coordinated Efforts to Protect the Ocean Offer Lasting Benefits for Humanity's Most Pressing Challenges
A team of 26 international researchers mapped priority ocean protection areas based on global targets for marine conservation, food security and climate action.
May 3 2021
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Largest Global Groundwater Assessment Finds Wells are Drying Up
UCSB researchers complete the most comprehensive study of groundwater wells to date, spanning 40 countries
Apr 23 2021
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Widespread River Water Leakage into Aquifers Could Lead to Disappearing Streams
Through an unprecedented data-compilation project, Bren researchers reveal the extent to which rivers are losing water to underlying aquifers across the U.S.
Apr 9 2021
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Extreme Fire Weather Conditions Projected to Be Global "New Normal" this Century
Taking fire risk elements into account, Bren researchers calculate that extreme fire weather will become the new normal for two-thirds of the world by the end of this century.
Jan 21 2021
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Wealthier and Whiter Areas More Likely to Receive Help After Wildfires
A new study and working paper discusses how the cost of public agency lobbying perpetuates inequality in wildfire risk
Dec 16 2020
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Seasonal UV Light Exposure Affects COVID-19 Spread
Studying a global dataset of COVID-19 cases and weather conditions, researchers found that environmental UV light exposure slows the spread of the virus.
Dec 16 2020