Lauren Hepler

Economy Reporter

CalMatters

Lauren Hepler, a former GreenBiz senior editor, is economy reporter at CalMatters. She has covered urban development, technology and public policy for the New York Times, Slate magazine, Congressional Quarterly, the Silicon Valley Business Journal and OpenSecrets.org.

How New Orleans plans to survive the next Katrina

September 1, 2017

by Lauren Hepler

The Gulf city has become the poster child for building to withstand extreme weather, climate change and social or economic shocks — but there's a long way to go.
Episode 90: Automakers get energized; diversity in the driver's seat

August 25, 2017

by Joel Makower & Lauren Hepler

In this week's episode, we dive into World Water Week, three perspectives on financing the circular economy — and how automakers fit into the energy ecosystem.
7 companies to watch in sustainable shipping

August 23, 2017

by Lauren Hepler

Delivery supply chains are inching toward electrification. Here are the leaders where EVs and old-school logistics converge.
From Tesla to Mercedes-Benz, automakers become energy companies

August 21, 2017

by Lauren Hepler

New battery offerings and alliances with renewable energy providers are catalyzing a shift with big implications for the power grid.
What is climate gentrification?

August 17, 2017

by Lauren Hepler

Building greener cities that boost social equity is a priority from coast to coast. But beware of urban resiliency as a 'land grab.'
- Cities
- Corporate Social Responsibility
Episode 86: Mining's $16 billion problem; resilient cities rise

July 28, 2017

by Joel Makower & Lauren Hepler

In this week's episode, why mayors are appointing chief resilience officers, cap-and-trade makes a comeback and biomimicry turns 20.
Doing the math on mining's $16 billion climate problem

July 21, 2017

by Lauren Hepler

A new CDP report analyzing 12 major mining companies details both pitfalls and potential low-carbon openings for the industry.
- Supply Chain
- Mining
The sustainable superpower? 5 reasons for China's clean tech boom

July 18, 2017

by Lauren Hepler

The Asian nation's ascent coincides with a seismic shift in global climate policy.
Episode 84: China's clean tech ascent and that Salesforce tower

July 14, 2017

by Joel Makower & Lauren Hepler

In this week's episode: Michelin, GM halt deforestation; a G20-approved guide to disclosure; and the troubling new math on carbon reduction.
Climate and cash: A G20-approved guide to disclosure

July 10, 2017

by Lauren Hepler

How should companies brace their portfolios for a more volatile climate? A new report offers advice.
- Finance & Investing
- Investing