Many people thought U.S. gasoline consumption had already peaked. They were wrong. What happened?
Addicted to oil: US gasoline consumption is higher than ever
New California law to curb climate pollutant emissions based on Scripps science
Gov. Jerry Brown signs into law a 'lifeline' to planet’s 7 billion people, says Scripps researcher.
California governor signs nation's toughest super pollutant restrictions law
UC San Diego professor Ramanathan heralds policy precedent for cutting global warming in half.
Pacific Ocean’s response to greenhouse gases could extend California drought for centuries
New study finds similarities between natural forces that warmed California for millennia and greenhouse gases.
How does your garden grow?
Professor, students model the effect of household gardens on greenhouse gas emissions.
Sierra magazine names UC campuses among the nation’s greenest
All nine UC undergraduate campuses made the annual rankings, with Irvine and Davis in the top 10 in the country.
Car sharing on campuses improves quality of life, takes cars off the road
A new survey by UC Berkeley and Zipcar shows how universities can relieve the crunch on campus parking.
Robot larvae deployed at sea
"Minion"-like robots reveal surprising ways marine larvae move, and what that means for the ocean.
Helping the state cope with drought using wastewater
A new economic model shows how treatment processes may create a viable, affordable water supply for crops.
Largest university solar power project pushes UC toward carbon neutrality
New installation in Fresno County will supply roughly 14 percent of UC's total electricity usage.
How California can balance nitrogen's benefits and harm
First-of-its-kind UC Davis study of nitrate pollution offers path to reconcile agriculture and the environment.
Surveyed scientists debunk chemtrails conspiracy theory
Paper explains persistent aircraft trails, substances in soil and water.