California showcased leadership in climate action at COP30, highlighting achievements and calling for federal commitment to support clean energy needs.
Opinion: California showed up at COP30; now the US has to catch up
Analysis: The Southern California wildfires bear the hallmarks of extreme heating; still, the climate crisis is barely mentioned
Southern California wildfires, ongoing since January 7, 2025, have led to 16 fatalities and extensive devastation in Greater Los Angeles, fueled by climate change and exacerbated by drought conditions.
US 2024 Election: California to open one of the world’s largest energy storage plants
President Biden pushes climate agenda with a new clean energy project near Los Angeles featuring a battery plant that could be one of the world’s largest. The Nova Power Bank by Calpine promises to support California’s power grid during peak times and boost its renewable energy industry. The state aims to meet 50GW of battery storage by 2045.
California’s tree mortality – in pictures
Danish photojournalist Mette Lampcov captures tree mortality in California’s Sierra Nevada mountains.
California Trumps the US President on climate change
California to take US climate leadership position with increased ambition.
A greener life, a greener world 