Increasing Green Space in Santa Ana and Buena Park: Making Cities More EquitableAbstract What are the most effective strategies for increasing green spaces in disadvantaged communities in Orange County, California? The lack of green space in Santa Ana and Buena Park...
Preventing Houston's Power Blackouts in Extreme Weather Abstract How can we reduce emissions impacts of ocean-going vessels within the port of Long Beach, California? “The Port of Long Beach (POLB) is a major international trade hub that contributes significantly to...
Assessing Emission Reduction in Ocean-Going Vessels at the Port of Long Beach, CaliforniaAbstract How can we reduce emissions impacts of ocean-going vessels within the port of Long Beach, California? The Port of Long Beach (POLB) is a major international trade hub...
Reducing Emissions from Ocean-going Vessels in Savannah, GeorgiaAbstract How can we reduce emissions impacts of ocean-going vessels within the port of Savannah, Georgia? This project addresses the environmental and sustainability challenges associated with ocean-...
Creating Effective Climate Action Plans in Orange County Abstract Climate change is a complex issue that affects individuals all around the world, and will continue to do so unless it is stopped. From the exacerbation of heat waves to the threats posed by rising sea...
The Potential of Food Waste as a Renewable Energy Source in California Abstract Food waste represents a significant challenge in the United States, contributing to economic losses and environmental degradation. Given most food waste ends up in landfills, it...
Green Ports: Exploring Electrification of Ports in the Southern California Air Basin Abstract As concerns surrounding the impacts of anthropogenic climate change have grown so has the acknowledgment that air pollution continues to adversely impact health outcomes,...
Increasing Efficiency and Variety of Foods in OC Food PantriesAbstract This report focuses on increasing variety and efficiency in food distribution for Orange County food pantries. Our project examined the pros and cons of the current systems and provides a solution...
Reducing Single-Use Plastics in Irvine, CAAbstract Home to about 310,000 Southern Californians (U.S. Census Bureau, n.d.), Irvine is one of the leading cities in sustainability. From its push towards EV and fuel-cell transportation, renewable energy, and shift towards...
Assessing the Emissions Reduction Potential of Biofuels in CaliforniaAbstract While efforts by California to reduce emissions for individual vehicles are known to the general public, emission reduction efforts involving heavy-duty vehicles are less prominent. Biofuels...
