Lyssa Freese

Lyssa Freese is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Earth System Science at the University of California, Irvine. Her research focuses on the intersection of climate change, air pollution, and the transition to zero-emissions energy systems, with a strong emphasis on policy-oriented and community-based approaches.

• Research Areas: Air quality in energy transitions, climate change attribution, irreversibility, and uncertainty
• Methodologies: Climate and chemical transport models, energy system modeling, socio-economic data analysis, health impact assessments

Her work addresses the non-climatic impacts of emissions (e.g., nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxide) and investigates adaptive strategies for climate stabilization. She previously collaborated with environmental organizations such as the Wilson Center’s China Environment Forum, Rock Environment and Energy Institute, and Green Camel Bell.