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Several people wearing protective gear walk away from heavy wildfire smoke.

City of Angels: Wildfires, Community Resilience, and the Pursuit of Equity

First and foremost, our deepest thoughts and prayers go to those who have been and are still being greatly affected by the brutal wildfires that swept Los Angeles and the … Read more

Panoramic view of a few buildings in a valley.

From Advocacy to Exploration: Youth Advocates in the California Central Coast

The California Central Coast is a prime example of a beautiful ecosystem, featuring abundant natural resources, picturesque coastlines, and a diverse array of native and endemic species. From the Chumash … Read more

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Growing Our Regional Team by Two

It’s been a very dynamic year for our region and our team is growing! We are thrilled to extend a warm welcome to two fantastic individuals—Emily Martin and Kody Osborne—who … Read more

Orchard in California's Central Valley.

Carbon Removal in California

Crops, cattle farms, and oil wells. Look out over the landscapes of Kern County, California, and you can find the physical infrastructure of various industries. The latest industry poised to … Read more

San Francisco, California

Living Near Nature is Linked to Lower Healthcare Costs

Human well-being and nature are inextricably linked. Parks, natural areas, and neighborhood green spaces improve our quality of life and provide numerous health, social, economic, and ecological benefits to individuals … Read more

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This Bill Could Breathe New Life Into Our Forests

It’s a beautiful day for California. The state has re-introduced a vital bill, AB 416, the California Deforestation-Free Procurement Act. If the bill becomes law, California will be the first … Read more

Elk wade in river with blazing forest fire in background

Fire, Water, and Our Public Lands

Just how many “wake up calls” can we stand in the year 2020? On top of social, economic, and political disruptions and unrest, we’ve experienced epic wildfires that directly impacted … Read more

American avocet

Will Migratory Birds Win at the Polls in the Golden State?

With their long, upturned bills and striking coloration, avocets are a striking migratory bird that depend on the Golden State’s wetlands. However, pollution and contaminants in California waterways dampen successful … Read more

State Climate Policies Gain Steam, Help Save the Planet

Reflections on the Global Climate Action Summit and other signs of progress Those of us who have been following climate change at a national level know that there hasn’t been … Read more

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We Almost Lost the Southern Sea Otter—Will We Act in Time for Other Wildlife at Risk?

A sea otter cub sleeps in the embrace of its mother. The rocking waves in the kelp bed and the mother’s constant grooming are soothing. Above them on California’s coastal … Read more