C1 Revue: Surviving a Megadrought

November 1, 2016

After last winter’s rains, Californians breathed a collective sigh of relief. But short-term weather is not the same as long-term climate. And...

Villaraigosa, de León, and Mason: Power Politics

October 6, 2016

California has been proudly fighting the war on climate change for over a decade. But can it can grow its economy and tackle climate change at the...

Taking the Temperature of California’s Climate Law

September 21, 2016

It’s been ten years since California enacted a landmark law that put it at the forefront of the global war on climate change. Has AB 32 been a...

Can California Get to 100% Clean Power?

September 15, 2016

California is on track to reach 50% renewable energy by the year 2030. But can we do better? What would it take to get us to 100% clean power by...

Will Closing Diablo Canyon Increase Carbon Pollution?

August 10, 2016

PG&E recently announced plans to close the Diablo Canyon nuclear plant by 2025 and replace it with renewable energy. What does this mean for...

Is California Entering a Megadrought?

July 14, 2016

As the dry spell continues, studies show that California could be facing a megadrought lasting decades. How do we adjust to the “new normal”...

Getting Baked: Can Legalizing Pot Help Fight Climate Change?

June 15, 2016

In November California voters have the chance to legalize marijuana. Could bringing one of our biggest industries out of the shadows help our...

After El Niño Now What?

April 6, 2016

Many Californians are wondering if El Niño has saved the Golden State from its historic drought. The snowpack in Sierra Nevada is more robust,...

Today's EV Market

March 25, 2016

Today’s electric cars are more fun to drive than ever. And for many, they’re more affordable too. Will California reach its goal of a million...