For Policy Makers
We serve as a portal for public and private organizations seeking UC Davis expertise to understand regional and international environmental problems. Government representatives benefit from ready access to scientific and societal research that shapes regional, state and national environmental policy.
Sources of Expertise
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Faculty Experts
The 137 faculty and researchers affiliated with the John Muir Institute of the Environment are leaders in interdisciplinary problem-solving, facing the environmental challenges of resource management, pollution, climate change, ecological economics, technology, urban development, society and culture.
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Centers and Projects
We provide support and infrastructure to existing and developing centers and projects which are dedicated to environmental research, education and public service.
White Papers and Other Publications of Interest
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White Papers
White papers help bridge the gap between science and current policy issues.
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Environmental Infrastructure Policy Papers Grant Program
The John Muir Institute on the Environment has awarded seven grants to fund the development of policy papers by faculty, researchers and students in the area of environmental infrastructure. The final papers are scheduled for release in Fall of 2006.
Academics in Environmental Policy and Management
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Professional Degree Program in Environmental Policy and Management
The John Muir Institute of the Environment is developing a professional master of science in Environmental Policy and Management to attract students who have primarily scientific and engineering backgrounds. The program will be designed to help develop and interest in learning how to apply scientific results to environmental policy and management issues.
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Courses Related to Environmental Policy and Management
Examples of courses related to environmental policy and mangement that have been offered at UC Davis in the recent past.