Ph.D. Student Paul Seibert Featured in ABC7 News Interview on How Climate Change is Impacting the Bay Area
The San Francisco Bay Area is home to over 7 million people who enjoy a Mediterranean climate with mild, wet winters and sun-drenched summers. Only about 2% of the planet has a similar environment. But the weather here is changing. Under high-emission scenarios, the annual mean temperature in the Bay Area could increase by 4.4 degrees Fahrenheit by 2050. Indications show that a rise in temperature will impact weather, including fog.
Using AI to Get People Out of Their Cars and Into HOVs
Imagine calling for a shuttle that picks you up quickly and gets you to your destination faster than if you drove yourself. Berkeley researchers envision a future where energy-efficient, environmentally friendly high-occupancy vehicles (HOVs) are the preferred and fastest mode of transportation.
WeRISE Summit Conference Hosted by Berkeley CEE
The WeRISE (Working to Eradicate Racism In Science and Engineering) Summit is a conference that aims to unite a community concerned with racial justice, as well as economic, gender, disability, health, environmental, climate, and other social justice issues. The conference, held on May 24 in Banatao Auditorium, focused on emerging research topics such as equity, community engagement, and justice in engineering.