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A new (and surprising) way to use solar panels
In the middle of California's Central Valley, a new way to use solar panels could change how we think about clean energy and water. It’s a simple idea that people have talked about for decades, but only now is it finally being tested in real life.
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UC Merced |
Solar-paneled canals getting a test run in San Joaquin Valley
A research project conducted by a graduate student is becoming a reality in this first-in-the-nation pilot construction of solar panels over water canals.
UC Riverside |
Can the Salton Sea geothermal field prevent the coming lithium shortage?
UC Riverside and Berkeley Lab join exploration of California’s resources.
UC Santa Cruz |
UC Santa Cruz tops ranking of women in leadership at R1 universities
When it comes to women leading universities, UC Santa Cruz is first in the nation for racial and gender diversity in leadership.
UC Berkeley |
Burnout: What we’re feeling and how to use it to make positive change
Americans are burned out after two years of COVID-19’s surges and dips upending life as we know it.
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