Zhuohan Fang, a recent graduate of UCSD’s School of Global Policy and Strategy specializing in Climate and Environmental Policy, will be joining the Heat Hub as a staff research associate working with Dr. Morgan Levy. Zhuohan began working with Dr. Levy earlier this summer as a graduate student researcher developing interactive map products as deliverables for the Heat Hub. In her new role, she will be continuing that work, which will enable stakeholders to explore interactions between heat, vegetation, and water.

Zhuohan’s research focuses on evaluating economic outcomes in the face of climate challenges and developing policies that foster energy transitions, technological innovation, and climate adaptation. Her current work emphasizes the integration of social welfare and environmental objectives, aiming to balance economic growth with sustainability using high-resolution data, environmental modeling, and causal inference approaches.

Welcome to the team, Zhuohan!