Tending to Our Superblooms Requires Developing Plans for People to Enjoy Them
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Research
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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Research
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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Faculty News
The Business of Less: the Problem with Modern Corporate Sustainability
Matt Koller reviews The Business of Less, Professor Roland Geyer's book which questions the premise of "win-win" corporate environmental sustainability
Mar 14 2022
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Research
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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Faculty News
Gary Libecap Receives Ostrom Lifetime Achievement Award
Dr. Libecap recognized for his academic contributions to understanding the economics and politics of property institutions pertaining to land, natural resources, and the environment
Aug 31 2021
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Research
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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Research
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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Research
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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Research
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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Research
Decade-long Amazon Soy Moratorium in Brazil Reduced Deforestation
Compounded by a cattle moratorium and multi-sector collaboration, more than 18,000 square kilometers of Amazon forest were saved
Dec 14 2020
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In the Media
Faculty Comments on Fossil Fuel Industry's Impact on Communities of Color
Affiliate faculty and political science professor Leah Stokes quoted in LA Times article.
Nov 23 2020
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Faculty News
Legislators Rejecting Compromise Contributes to Legislative Gridlock
Professor Sarah Anderson coauthors book examining legislators' fear of primary voters
Feb 20 2020
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Research
Framing Science Research Helps with Public Support
Study highlights that framing a message in terms of avoiding environmental losses can increase public support for environmental management
Jul 31 2019
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Research
Study Quantifies Lobbying Influence on Climate Change Policy
Professor Kyle Meng quantifies the effects of political lobbying on likelihood of climate policy enactment
May 27 2019
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Research
First Peer-Reviewed Study of Global Market for Ecosystem Services
Professor James Salzman finds that the global market for ecosystem services has surged to $36 billion in annual transactions.
Mar 15 2018