Why Greta Thunberg is so powerful
September 26, 2019
Researchers analyze how Greta Thunberg’s moral framing influenced the impact of her United Nations speech.
UCLA to assess California drinking water systems to identify risks and solutions
September 26, 2019
An analysis of this scope has never been done before in the state.
The University of California declares a climate emergency
September 17, 2019
UC President Janet Napolitano and all 10 chancellors recognize ‘the need for a drastic societal shift to combat the growing threat of climate change.’
Care about the planet? UC campuses stand out in Sierra magazine’s ‘Cool Schools’ list
September 13, 2019
Seven campuses are among nation's most eco-friendly, while UC Irvine sets a record for being in the top 10 for a decade.
Meet UC’s 2019 Sustainability Champion
September 9, 2019
Katie Maynard developed from an undergrad studying biology into one of UC's most potent forces for environmental change.
Media creates false balance on climate science, study shows
August 22, 2019
About half of mainstream media visibility goes to climate-change deniers, many of whom are not climate scientists.
Iconic Joshua trees are facing extinction
August 8, 2019
The national park would retain just 0.02 percent of its tree habitat if no climate change action is taken.
Study uncovers surprising melting patterns beneath Antarctica’s Ross Ice Shelf
May 29, 2019
Scientists discover an ancient geologic structure under Antarctica’s largest ice shelf and describe the threats it may face.
UC is now the No. 1 university in the country for renewable electricity
May 20, 2019
UC leads universities across the country in the EPA's Green Power Partnership rankings.
Cool Campus Challenge winners announced
May 6, 2019
More than 22,000 people took actions to reduce their environmental impact during the month-long competition to reduce UC's carbon footprint.