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.
UCLA to lead $10 million California conservation project
August 14, 2019
Scientists will study the DNA of endangered and threatened species and learn which are most vulnerable to climate change.
New study finds microplastic throughout Monterey Bay
June 12, 2019
A new study shows that microplastic particles are not only common, they're in the food chain.
As bumblebee diets narrow, ours could too
May 30, 2019
Fewer plants cause developmental delays for the pollinators that keep our favorite foods growing.
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.