Action for a greener, healthier California

A 'unified message of hope' on California Oceans Day

Ten years after California began protecting marine areas, hundreds of concerned citizens shared in a message of hope for the Golden State's iconic ocean waters.

Nifty Fifty environmental activities

Looking for family-friendly ways to learn about our planet and how to protect it? Check out our guide of 50 environmental activities kids can do at home.

Shining Cities 2022

Which cities are leading the way on solar power? Find out in our new report. 

CPUC pauses controversial plan to gut California rooftop solar

A plan that would put solar out of reach for most Californians was put on hold.

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Saving America’s Rooftop Solar

Rooftop solar is one of our best clean energy technologies. In the face of utility opposition, Americans across the country are standing up for putting solar on their homes — and winning.

News Release | Environment America Research & Policy Center

Statement: Interior Department proposes first offshore California wind lease sales

The Department of the Interior has announced the first proposed lease sales for wind power off the shore of California and the United States’ West Coast. 

News Release | Environment California

Statement: California Assembly approves bill to tackle wasteful plastic packaging from online shopping

SACRAMENTO, Calif. -The California State Assembly passed legislation (AB 2026) with a 41-26 vote Thursday evening to reduce the unnecessary use of plastic packaging in online shopping. If approved by the California Senate and signed by the Governor, this would be a first in the nation law aimed at limiting single-use plastic waste generated from online shopping. 

News Release | Environment California

Statement: California Senate approves bill to hasten clean energy adoption

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Uniting States Against Plastic

Together, we can move states, and our country, beyond plastic.

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Coronavirus update

Our work to defend the environment can’t stop and won’t stop in the face of the coronavirus pandemic. We’ll keep advocating on your behalf — at a safe social distance — for clean air, clean water, clean energy, wildlife and open spaces, and a livable climate.