Bycatch remains a massive hurdle for both conservation and fishery stability. We’ve launched a new project to track species in real-time, providing the data needed for smarter, long-term management in the eastern tropical Pacific Ocean. Learn more here: emlab.ucsb.edu/projects/red...
"The Blue 5" species (sharks, rays, whales, dolphins, & sea turtles) know no borders in the ocean, traveling thousands of miles throughout their lifetimes. Check out our new project which aims to ensure consistent and continuous protection for these highly migratory species under climate change. 🐋
Space is limited, so register today to hear the latest evidence on climate impacts and mitigation strategies from @ucsantabarbara.bsky.social, @ucberkeleyofficial.bsky.social, and @ucsandiego.bsky.social!
📅 Tuesday, March 24th, 2026 from 1:00 to 4:30 PM
📍 @ucstudentpolicy.bsky.social
On March 24, emLab will host the inaugural UC Climate Research Forum in Sacramento! Join us as we bring together UC researchers and state leaders to bridge the gap between climate science and policy.
✏️ Register: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
We're hiring! We are looking for a full-time Postdoctoral Scholar position to lead in research in low-carbon transitions in electricity systems in India and other regions. For full consideration, learn more here: recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF03065
By connecting scientists and practitioners, we're helping to create meaningful real world impact and climate-ready oceans.
Learn more this student-led initiative here: emlab.ucsb.edu/projects/red...
How are we improving resilience for sharks, rays, whales, dolphins and sea turtles?
We’re developing a multi-country payment-for-ecosystem services program & dynamic ocean management tools w/ @conservationorg.bsky.social to reduce bycatch & support long-term management of highly mobile species!
How can new clean energy and trade policies cut emissions while protecting US competitiveness?
Using a global trade model, we analyzed the Clean Competition Act (CCA) to assess its economic and climate impacts.
Learn more here👇
Executive Summary: linkly.link/2YlqB
Policy Brief: linkly.link/2YlqQ
Are you "🦘 Jumping in to 2026?" Or "🗺️ Mapping out your resolutions?"
At emLab, we've been . . . "🎁 Wrapping up 2025!" Check out our annual look back here: emlab.ucsb.edu/blog/emlab-w...
Better climate policy starts with better evidence💡
In collaboration with @c2es.bsky.social, we're working to deliver objective insights on key policy questions when it matters most.
Learn more how we're examining the tradeoffs of U.S. energy and trade policies here: emlab.ucsb.edu/projects/ene...
Last month, we wrapped up our 22nd Occasional Workshop in Environmental and Resource Economics 🥂
Co-hosted by emLab and the Department of Economics @ucsantabarbara.bsky.social, the workshop brought together more than 100 participants!
Read the workshop recap here: emlab.ucsb.edu/blog/emlab-c...
Interested in pursuing a Ph.D. that empowers you to couple environmental economics with interdisciplinary training in environmental sciences? Apply to join Bren by Dec 15! I'm specifically looking for students eager to advance forest conservation through econ.
bren.ucsb.edu/phd-environm...
In marine conservation, timing can be just as influential as the policy itself.
That's why two @ucsantabarbara.bsky.social undergrads undertook the task of building a global dataset that tracks key dates in MPA development.
Explore the #openaccess dataset here 👉 datadryad.org/dataset/doi:...
🎗️ ICYMI: emLab's November newsletter went out last week!
Catch the latest from our team, from wildfire smoke and health impacts to shifting fishing behavior around marine protection.
🗞️ Read it here: mailchi.mp/54ed6b998ff1...
🚨 @ucsantabarbara.bsky.social job alert 🚨
In collaboration with @envdefensefund.bsky.social, we are hiring postdoctoral researchers to lead applied research projects in environmental & resource economics.
📨 Apply by Dec 8th for full consideration.
Learn more here 👉 recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF03036
That’s a wrap on our 22nd Occasional Workshop in Environmental & Resource Economics!
With over 150 participants and 30 talks ranging from 5 minutes to 2 hours, we loved welcoming both new and familiar faces for a full two days of sharing and discussing cutting-edge research.
See you all next time!
In a historic moment, CA extended its cap-and-trade program to 2045 last month! 👏
@kylemeng.com was among those featured in the @governor.ca.gov's press release, calling it “the most important U.S. climate policy for the foreseeable future."
Read his full statement 👉 www.gov.ca.gov/2025/09/12/w...
How do you compare the carbon cost of a tuna steak with that of a plate of shrimp?
Find out how a team of @ucsantabarbara.bsky.social graduate students answered that question using @globalfishingwatch.org and @fao.org data here: bit.ly/4gQrUdI
#DataScience for #SustainableSeafood 🦐 🍣 🐟
September news from emLab
With the equinox earlier this week, emLab is entering Fall reflecting on how urgency and long-term vision must work together to drive lasting change. 🍂🌿
Explore how we're incentivizing climate action in our latest newsletter here 👉 mailchi.mp/799087596664...
emLab team members at the annual science conference ICES 2025
emLab was in Lithuania last week for the @icesmarine.bsky.social Annual Science Conference, sharing research highlights from our work on offshore wind, marine spatial planning, climate change, and more! 👏
🎣 Check out our portfolio of Ocean & Fisheries projects here: shorturl.at/3IKLC
#ICESASC25
In collaboration with @cega-uc.bsky.social,
our team is now putting MOSAIKS into practice in Africa! 🌍
Through the launch of the Togo Data Lab, we're working to embed #DataScience tools like MOSAIKS directly into government decision-making.
👉 Learn more here: emlab.ucsb.edu/projects/cul...
How do you make powerful machine learning with satellite imagery fast, easy, and accessible to non-experts? 🛰️
That’s the vision behind MOSAIKS, an open-source tool co-developed by emLab PI Tamma Carleton that helps scientists & policymakers tackle global environmental challenges.
➡️ www.mosaiks.org
At the 2025 @aereorg.bsky.social Summer Conference, Andrew Plantinga was named an AERE Fellow — the highest honor in environmental & resource economics!
Congratulations on this incredible achievement, Andrew! 👏
Learn more about the award and Andrew's work here: news.ucsb.edu/2025/021950/...
Students and emLab staff stand together smiling in front of the Marine Science Institute Building at UCSB.
Congrats to the Arnhold Environmental Fellows who presented at the 3rd annual Summer@Bren Flash Talks last week!
Through projects with emLab & @conservationorg.bsky.social, the Arnhold Fellowship equips @ucsantabarbara.bsky.social students to become the next generation of environmental leaders. 🎉
🤝 How do you make interdisciplinary teams click?
emLab project manager Heather Lahr shares 10 practical tips for effective partnership and collaboration.
From building trust to staying flexible and saying thank you, read the blog post for more: emlab.ucsb.edu/blog/how-eff...
From safeguarding our ocean to building data tools that strengthen communities, to ensuring climate science reaches those who need it most, dive into the work of moving research into real-world impact in the latest issue of our newsletter!
👉 Read the August issue here: mailchi.mp/73523f4076bd...
What happens when farmland is left behind? 🌾
A student-led study models how agricultural abandonment & recultivation could shape the future of biodiversity and carbon storage.
It turns out protecting nature may depend on where — not just how — we farm.
📍Read more: emlab.ucsb.edu/blog/assessi...
📬 Registration is now open for the 22nd Occasional Workshop in Environmental and Resource Economics! Join us in beautiful Santa Barbara, October 24–25, 2025!
👉 Full list of speakers: occasionalworkshop.weebly.com/program.html
👉 Register here: occasionalworkshop.weebly.com/registration...
🌍 Climate forecasts are improving, but many farmers, ranchers & food aid providers still can’t act on them.
New emLab study finds 5️⃣ ways to bridge the “last mile”: co-produce early, forecast impacts, balance uncertainty, design for users, and plan for misses.
👉 Read more: doi.org/10.1029/2024...
Cape Town’s 2015–2018 drought showed that higher prices & restrictions can avert crisis but also hurt the most vulnerable.
However, our @nber.org working paper reminds us that climate adaptation should balance concerns for equity & resilience.
➡️ Read the story @voxeu.org
cepr.org/voxeu/column...