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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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How climate action planning misses equity opportunities in many California cities

A new study analyzed 170 climate action plans across California to find out how cities are incorporating equity into their efforts.
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UC’s greenhouse gas emissions are now at 1990 levels — and declining

All 10 campuses and their affiliated health systems have reduced greenhouse gas emissions to 1990 levels – a notable achievement given UC’s significant growth over the last three decades.
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Gov. Gavin Newsom proposes 5-year funding compact with the University of California

California Gov. Gavin Newsom today (Jan. 10) proposed a state spending plan that includes a five-year funding compact with the University of California. If enacted, it would bring budget stability to UC and support critical long-term investments in…
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Cutting-edge discoveries from space to sickle cell.

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