Speakers:Mr. Gaurav Srivastava, AICP,Senior Associate, AECOM Mr. Michael Swords,Executive Director of Strategic Research & Global Partnerships, UCLA This event will highlight the Cleantech Corridor, recently the subject of a major study by the Urban Land Institute, and CleanTech Los Angeles, a multi-institutional collaboration to establish Los Angeles as the global leader in research, commercialization, and […]
A complete streets approach promises full inclusion in transportation projects, from design through operation, to enable safe access for all users. Pedestrians, bicyclists, motorists, and public transportation users of all ages and abilities are able to safely move along and across a complete street, including drivers, public transportation riders, pedestrians, and bicyclists as well as […]
Rui Wang, UCLA School of Public Affairs, will present at talk at the monthly IoES/Luskin faculty research seminar. His talk is entitled, "Built Environment, Travel, Nutrition and Health in Chinese Cities." Abstract: Using a longitudinal survey of households and communities in China, this study examines the potential causal relationship between the built environment and travel […]
Professor at the Anderson School and researcher for the Institute of the Environment and the Luskin Center, Magali Delmas will present a talk at the monthly research seminar. Magali Delmas has written more than 50 articles, book chapters and case studies on business and the natural environment. Standing at the crossroads of policy and management, […]
Now in its fourth year, the LABC Sustainablity Summit promotes Los Angeles' competitiveness in the green economy by bringing professionals, experts and policy makers together to discuss issues critical issues confronting the region. We will be updating the event information as it becomes available. For now, visit http://www.labusinesscouncil.org/programs.php
UCLA Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Studies professor Suzanne Paulson will present a talk at the monthly research seminar. Professor Paulson's research interests center on the influence airborn particles on climate on health. The Faculty Research Seminar meets on the first Monday of every month to present the latest from UCLA's scholars. A different faculty […]
A Talk by:Michael P. Totten,Chief Advisor, Climate, Energy & Green Technologies, Conservation International, Center for Environmental Leadership in Business, Washington, DC Green-Economics Growth-Engine Opportunity Prospering from Green Apps and Tipping Points (GreenATP) through Social Web Networks Stabilizing Climate, Protecting Biodiversity, Turning Poverty into Sustainable Livelihoods
Purpose: To gather leaders from industry, research, government and the general public to focus on the major issues related to advanced energy production using solar photovoltaic and solar thermal technologiesShowcase university based research and development effortsGain exposure to potential investors and business communityIdentify potential research collaborations with other university investigators & industryGaining a stronger understanding […]
The recent catastrophic nuclear meltdowns in Japan have cast a shadow over the future of nuclear power that was undergoing a renaissance as a possible “clean energy” solution to the global warming crisis. Albert Carnesale, the Chancellor Emeritus of UCLA, Victor Gilinsky, a former commissioner of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, and nuclear physicist Arjun Makhijani, […]
“The Architecture of Transportation” symposium will serve as a forum to discuss innovative ideas about how to build transportation systems that support and strengthen healthier, more functional and more livable neighborhoods.The symposium will be organized as a series of candid discussions moderated with the objective of developing a set of common goals and next steps. Whether […]
