In first study on Porter Ranch, UC Irvine and UC Davis researchers confirm the extent of the pollution, which impacts California's ability to meet state GHG targets.
Antarctica could be headed for major meltdown
UCLA geochemist finds striking similarities between climate change patterns today and millions of years ago.
$1.2 million awarded by UCLA to help Los Angeles County thrive despite climate change
Developing smart grids and converting wastewater are among the projects earning grants as part of the Sustainable LA Grand Challenge.
Decade of rising seas slowed by land soaking up extra water, study finds
Scientists at UC Irvine and NASA provide the first measurements of how the earth's absorption of liquid is — temporarily — depressing sea levels around the world.
Native plants fall behind as climate change transforms California
In a systemwide effort, UC researchers show that invasive species are adjusting faster to changes in habitats.
Faculty Climate Champion at UC Merced puts plan into action
Biodiversity professor to engage community in sustainability through concept of "lines."
Big wins for UC sustainability in 2015
UC made great strides in 2015 toward its goal of reaching carbon neutrality by 2025, with investments in renewable energy leading the way.
Cool Campus Challenge crowns a winner
UC Irvine emerged victorious after a tight race to the finish in the first Cool Campus Challenge.
Dire climate forecast inspires upbeat film about solutions for a warmer ‘Tomorrow’
A paper on climate change by UC Berkeley professor Anthony Barnosky inspired the new film "Demain."
UC brings California’s climate change message to Paris
All eyes will be on Paris next week as the nations of the world come together to negotiate the future of the planet at the 2015 UN Climate Conference (COP-21), and California will be at the table.
UC Carbon Neutrality Student Fellows tackle big climate problems
The fellowships will fund projects, from the classroom to the operating room, that will steer the UC system toward its carbon neutrality goal.
UC announces first Faculty Climate Action Champions
Select instructors at each campus will work with students on projects aimed at building community engagement and awareness.