Gov. Gavin Newsom on Tuesday proposed a 15-year extension of California's signature cap-and-trade system for greenhouse gases — a cornerstone of the state's climate policies and a reliable revenue generator.

A theory that oil companies should be held legally responsible for the effects of climate change has been circulating among California’s left-leaning organizations and their political allies for several years. The movement is gaining new vigor since ...

Among what the report explores is how climate change is expected to increase dust storms in California. Wildfires and drought in the state plays a role in dust emissions. A team of researchers is urging more attention to the harmful effects of dust on ...

According to Newsom, the Delta Conveyance Project is essential for modernizing the State Water Project in order to combat the impacts of climate change. The State Water Project currently supports

Governor Newsom’s budget revision shows his continued prioritization of California’s climate leadership (...)"

After climate-driven L.A. fires, “rancid” politics and fear of job loss, gas prices, slows momentum to confront industry.

Climate change is responsible for thousands of wildfire-related deaths and $11 billion in associated losses every year, a new study finds. This key contributor to wildfire behavior has led to

Climate change fueled devastating California wildfires between 2006 and 2020, contributing more than 5,200 deaths statewide from harmful wildfire smoke particles, according to a new study. The tally is greater than any other state over the 15-year study period.