2022 California Non-Fuel Mineral Production | | 2022 California Non-Fuel Mineral Production | For 2022, California remained one of the largest producers of non-fuel minerals in the United States. California ranked fourth, accounting for approximately 5.7 percent of the nation’s total. This report discusses production by commodity and summarizes current exploration. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/minerals/mineral-production, Link to the California Mineral Production page | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=181 | 2024-09-28T00:00:00Z | | | | | |
New: Cumulative ShakeMap of California | | New: Cumulative ShakeMap of California | A ShakeMap is a representation of ground shaking produced by an earthquake. Map Sheet 67 compiles all ShakeMaps generated from 1981 to 2023 for earthquakes of magnitude 4.0 and above. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/publications/ms67, Link to the PDF | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=180 | 2024-09-22T03:00:00Z | | | | | |
Director Shabazian Retires from the California Department of Conservation | | Director Shabazian Retires from the California Department of Conservation | Throughout his tenure, Director Shabazian has been a champion for California’s natural and working lands. He brought a fresh perspective to the department’s work and enhanced its ability to coordinate programs that benefited Californians. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/index/Pages/News/Director-Shabazian-Retires.aspx, https://www.conservation.ca.gov/index/Pages/News/Director-Shabazian-Retires.aspx | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=248 | 2024-08-30T18:00:00Z | | | | | |
Notice to Lead Agencies of Mines Online Document System (MODS) | | Notice to Lead Agencies of Mines Online Document System (MODS) | DMR has launched a new and efficient system for Lead Agency submittal of documents pursuant to PRC 2774.2.5. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/dmr/Documents/Introduction to MODS letter_ADA.pdf, https://authoring.consrv.ca.gov/dmr/Documents/Introduction to MODS letter_ADA.pdf | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/dmr/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=14 | 2024-08-15T00:30:00Z | | | | | |
Explore Health Protection Zones in Updated Web Map | | Explore Health Protection Zones in Updated Web Map | There's a new way to view health protection zones around oil and gas operations in California. An updated web map shows wells near places that matter most - schools, homes, hospital, daycare centers, community center, and more. | https://gis.conservation.ca.gov/portal/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=1792bc8c0ec9486480c6c07dc1c3ccee, https://gis.conservation.ca.gov/portal/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=1792bc8c0ec9486480c6c07dc1c3ccee | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=247 | 2024-07-19T20:00:00Z | | | | | |
Senate Bill 1137 is Now in Effect | | Senate Bill 1137 is Now in Effect | The provisions of Senate Bill 1137 - which prohibit new well permits within a health protection zone of 3,200 feet - are now in effect. Learn more. | http://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/Pages/SB1137.aspx, http://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/Pages/SB1137.aspx | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=244 | 2024-07-03T17:00:00Z | | | | | |
Looking Back at the 2019 Ridgecrest Earthquake Sequence | | Looking Back at the 2019 Ridgecrest Earthquake Sequence | Five years ago, magnitude 6.4 and 7.1 earthquakes struck near Ridgecrest. This week the California Geological Survey published a new webpage highlighting actions taken by geologists, damage from the quake, how earthquakes are researched, and why this information helps keep Californians safe. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/earthquakes/ridgecrest, https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/earthquakes/ridgecrest | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=245 | 2024-07-01T19:00:00Z | | | | | |
New map: Strong Motion Instrumentation Program Network Stations | | New map: Strong Motion Instrumentation Program Network Stations | California has a network of more than 1,380 seismological stations that record and communicate strong shaking caused by earthquakes. This map shows the distribution of California's strong-motion stations, and highlights some of the buildings and other structures where these stations are installed. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/documents/publications/geologic-data-maps/GDM_008-CSMIP-Network-Stations-Map-2024-a11y.pdf, Download the PDF | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=179 | 2024-07-01T02:00:00Z | | | | | |
Notice to Operators of Enforcement Efforts by DMR (2024-06) | | Notice to Operators of Enforcement Efforts by DMR (2024-06) | DMR is providing this notification of heightened efforts to exercise our Surface Mining and Reclamation Act (SMARA) enforcement authority. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/dmr/Documents/Notice to Operators of Enforcement Efforts by DMR (2024-06)_ADA compliant.pdf, https://authoring.consrv.ca.gov/dmr/Documents/Notice to Operators of Enforcement Efforts by DMR (2024-06)_ADA compliant.pdf | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/dmr/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=13 | 2024-06-10T22:00:00Z | | | | | |
Methane Task Force to Host Next Public Meeting | | Methane Task Force to Host Next Public Meeting | The Methane Task Force is a joint effort led by CalGEM and California Air Resources Board seeking to identify and respond to methane leaks from oil infrastructure near communities and address the impact methane has on climate change. Join the next meeting via Zoom at 5:30 p.m. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/Pages/Methane-Task-Force.aspx, https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/Pages/Methane-Task-Force.aspx | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=243 | 2024-06-04T23:45:00Z | | | | | |
Preliminary maps of proposed Seismic Hazard Zones and Earthquake Fault Zones | | Preliminary maps of proposed Seismic Hazard Zones and Earthquake Fault Zones | Today the California Geological Survey released a new batch of maps and reports of proposed Seismic Hazard Zones and Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones. Thus begins a 90-day public comment period for technical review comments that may have bearing on the proposed zones. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/publications/preliminary-releases, Preliminary Release Announcements | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=178 | 2024-05-23T07:00:00Z | | | | | |
Secretary Haaland Announces $35 Million investment to Clean Up Orphaned Wells | | Secretary Haaland Announces $35 Million investment to Clean Up Orphaned Wells | As part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Infrafracture Week, Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland announced a $35.2 million investment through President Biden’s Investing in America agenda to continue reclaiming and restoring orphaned oil and gas wells in California. | https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/secretary-haaland-announces-35-million-president-bidens-investing-america-agenda, https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/secretary-haaland-announces-35-million-president-bidens-investing-america-agenda | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=242 | 2024-05-17T20:00:00Z | | | | | |
New: Radon Potential in Western Nevada County (Special Report 258) | | New: Radon Potential in Western Nevada County (Special Report 258) | SR 258 consists of a report and one plate (large map) identifying areas within western Nevada County where geologic conditions are more likely to contribute to excessive indoor radon levels. The report documents the data and procedures used to develop the map. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/publications/releases#sr258, Publication Announcements | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=177 | 2024-05-03T17:00:00Z | | | | | |
Kern and Arvin Community Meetings | | Kern and Arvin Community Meetings | Recent state and federal funding to plug and abandon orphan wells enables California to significantly expand efforts to permanently seal these potential environmental and public safety hazards. Wells in the Kern County have been prioritized to be plugged and permanently sealed. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/Pages/State-Abandonments.aspx, https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/Pages/State-Abandonments.aspx | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=40 | 2024-04-26T21:00:00Z | | | | | |
Lindsay Whalin named Supervisor of the Division of Mine Reclamation | | Lindsay Whalin named Supervisor of the Division of Mine Reclamation | In February 2024, Lindsay Whalin was named Supervisor of the Division of Mine Reclamation, after leading the Abandoned Mine Lands Unit since 2022. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/index/Pages/About-Us/Lindsay-Whalin.aspx, https://www.conservation.ca.gov/index/Pages/About-Us/Lindsay-Whalin.aspx | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/dmr/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=12 | 2024-04-15T21:55:00Z | | | | | |
2021 California Non-Fuel Mineral Production | | 2021 California Non-Fuel Mineral Production | For 2021, California remained one of the largest producers of non-fuel minerals in the United States. California ranked fourth, accounting for approximately 5.8 percent of the nation’s total. This report discusses production by commodity and summarizes current exploration. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/minerals/mineral-production, Link to the California Mineral Production page | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=176 | 2024-03-14T00:00:00Z | | | | | |
New: Radon Potential in Western El Dorado County (Special Report 256) | | New: Radon Potential in Western El Dorado County (Special Report 256) | SR 256 consists of a report and one plate (large map) identifying areas within western El Dorado County where geologic conditions are more likely to contribute to excessive indoor radon levels. The report documents the data and procedures used to develop the map. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/publications/releases#sr256, Publication Announcements | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=175 | 2024-03-07T01:00:00Z | | | | | |
Public Comment Period Opens for Leak Detection at Oil and Gas Operations | | Public Comment Period Opens for Leak Detection at Oil and Gas Operations | CalGEM released a Request for Information on technologies seeking feedback on technology and processes for ensuring leaks associated with oil and gas operations are being detected. Public Comment will be accepted until May 31, 2024. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/laws-regulations, Geologic Energy Management Laws and Rulemaking | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=39 | 2024-02-29T18:00:00Z | | | | | |
Latest maps of Earthquake Fault Zones and Seismic Hazard Zones become official | | Latest maps of Earthquake Fault Zones and Seismic Hazard Zones become official | The California Geological Survey released official maps and reports of Seismic Hazard Zones and Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones affecting the counties of Contra Costa and Sonoma. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/publications/releases#fer270, Link to Publication Announcements page | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=174 | 2024-02-22T21:00:00Z | | | | | |
Methane Task Force to Host Sixth Public Meeting on February 29 | | Methane Task Force to Host Sixth Public Meeting on February 29 | The Methane Task Force is a joint effort led by CalGEM and California Air Resources Board seeking to identify and respond to methane leaks from oil infrastructure near communities and address the impact methane has on climate change. Join the meeting via Zoom at 5:30 p.m. on February 29. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/Pages/Methane-Task-Force.aspx, https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/Pages/Methane-Task-Force.aspx | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=241 | 2024-02-21T17:00:00Z | | | | | |
Public comment period opens on proposed Well Stimulation Permitting regulation | | Public comment period opens on proposed Well Stimulation Permitting regulation | Public comments will be accepted on proposed text on the Well Stimulation Permitting Phase-Out regulation until March 27. The revised text was released on February 9. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/laws-regulations, https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/laws-regulations | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=38 | 2024-02-09T15:00:00Z | | | | | |
SB 551 public comment period on proposed Cost Estimate Regulations | | SB 551 public comment period on proposed Cost Estimate Regulations | Public comments will be accepted on a revision to the text of proposed Cost Estimate Regulations for Oil & Gas Operations until January 17. The updated text was released on January 2. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/Documents/Cost Estimate Regulations 2nd 15-Day Public Notice.pdf, https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/Documents/Cost Estimate Regulations 2nd 15-Day Public Notice.pdf | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=37 | 2024-01-02T22:00:00Z | | | | | |
New CGS Note: Critical Minerals | | New CGS Note: Critical Minerals | What are critical minerals? Where do they occur? Why are they important? Get answers to these questions and more in this printer-friendly pamphlet designed especially for nontechnical audiences. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/documents/publications/cgs-notes/CGS-Note-58-Critical-Minerals-a11y.pdf, Link to the PDF | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=173 | 2023-12-16T04:00:00Z | | | | | |
CGS 2024 Wall Calendar Now Available | | CGS 2024 Wall Calendar Now Available | The California Geological Survey 2024 wall calendar is available as a high-quality print, PDF file, or JPG image. Get yours today! | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/publications/cgs-calendar, Calendar | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=132 | 2023-12-14T20:00:00Z | | | | | |
UPDATE: New application deadline for Fugitive Emissions Study | | UPDATE: New application deadline for Fugitive Emissions Study | The California State Department of Conservation’s Geologic Energy Management Division (CalGEM) has extended the application period for independent contractors interested in the fugitive emissions study on idle, idle-deserted and abandoned well emissions for greenhouse gases. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/Pages/PublicOutreachandCommunityEngagement.aspx, https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/Pages/PublicOutreachandCommunityEngagement.aspx | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=36 | 2023-11-03T16:00:00Z | | | | | |
DOC Appoints New State Geologist to Lead State’s Geological Survey | | DOC Appoints New State Geologist to Lead State’s Geological Survey | Jeremy Lancaster has been named the State Geologist of California and will lead the DOC's California Geological Survey (CGS), an organization that traces its history to the Gold Rush but whose work continues to evolve to meet today’s emerging climate challenges and opportunities. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/index/Pages/News/appoints-new-state-geologist.aspx, https://authoring.consrv.ca.gov/index/Pages/News/appoints-new-state-geologist.aspx | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=240 | 2023-10-25T19:50:00Z | | | | | |
A Bat Week Special Interview with a ‘Bat Biologist’ | | A Bat Week Special Interview with a ‘Bat Biologist’ | October 24-31 is Bat Week, an international celebration to bring awareness to bat conservation. And just in time — Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed a bill naming the Pallid Bat as California’s official state bat. Read more in an interview with our very own bat biologist. | https://calconservation.blog/2020/10/26/bat-week-interview-environmental-scientist-wildlife-biologist/, https://calconservation.blog/2020/10/26/bat-week-interview-environmental-scientist-wildlife-biologist/ | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=239 | 2023-10-24T22:15:00Z | | | | | |
California Awards $8.5 Million for Climate Action on Natural and Working Lands | | California Awards $8.5 Million for Climate Action on Natural and Working Lands | Today, Conservation announced $8.5 million for six organizations to build regional and state capacity to increase climate resilience on the state’s natural and working lands. The goal is to build a resilient, equitable and carbon-neutral future. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/index/Pages/News/California-award-8-5-million-climate-action-natural-working-lands.aspx, https://authoring.consrv.ca.gov/index/Pages/News/California-award-8-5-million-climate-action-natural-working-lands.aspx | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=238 | 2023-10-24T19:00:00Z | | | | | |
The Great California ShakeOut is October 19 | | The Great California ShakeOut is October 19 | Conservation is a registered participant in tomorrow's Great California ShakeOut earthquake drill. At 10:19 a.m., join us and nearly 10 million Californians in practicing earthquake safety with a "drop, cover, and hold on" whether at home or in the office. | https://www.shakeout.org/california/, https://www.shakeout.org/california/ | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=237 | 2023-10-18T19:15:00Z | | | | | |
In Memoriam: James Frazier “Jim” Davis (1931 – 2023) | | In Memoriam: James Frazier “Jim” Davis (1931 – 2023) | The California Geological Survey remembers former California State Geologist, James F. Davis, who passed away on September 30, 2023. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/pages/tributes/jim_davis.aspx, Jim Davis memorial page | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=172 | 2023-10-01T15:00:00Z | | | | | |
Request for Applications: Fugitive Emissions Study of Oil and Gas Wells | | Request for Applications: Fugitive Emissions Study of Oil and Gas Wells | CalGEM is requesting applications for a contractor to conduct a fugitive emissions study on idle, idle-deserted and
abandoned well emissions for greenhouse gases. If interested, please review and respond by November 17, 2023. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/Pages/PublicOutreachandCommunityEngagement.aspx, https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/Pages/PublicOutreachandCommunityEngagement.aspx | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=35 | 2023-09-29T16:00:00Z | | | | | |
Methane Task Force to Host Fifth Public Meeting on October 17 | | Methane Task Force to Host Fifth Public Meeting on October 17 | The Methane Task Force is a joint effort led by CalGEM & California Air Resources Board seeking to identify and respond to methane leaks from oil infrastructure near communities and address the impact methane has on climate change. Join us for the fifth meeting at 5:30 p.m. October 17. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/Pages/Methane-Task-Force.aspx, https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/Pages/Methane-Task-Force.aspx | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=236 | 2023-09-26T23:00:00Z | | | | | |
SMIP'23 Seminar is coming - October 19, 2023 | | SMIP'23 Seminar is coming - October 19, 2023 | SMIP'23 registration is open! The California Geological Survey facilitates this annual seminar to communicate recent strong-motion research findings to interested parties. This year's seminar will again be entirely online, and free of charge. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/smip/seminar, SMIP Seminar landing page | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=171 | 2023-09-13T15:00:00Z | | | | | |
Geologic and Geophysical Maps of the Stockton 30’ x 60’ Quadrangle | | Geologic and Geophysical Maps of the Stockton 30’ x 60’ Quadrangle | This release consists of two PDF files: a 79-page pamphlet and a multilayer plate depicting general geology, faults, landslides, gravity and aeromagnetic anomalies, topographic contours and relief, and more. Visit our Publication Announcements page for more information. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/publications/releases#rgm5, /cgs/publications/releases | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=169 | 2023-09-12T21:00:00Z | | | | | |
$72 Million Awarded to Accelerate Building Fire-Resilient Communities | | $72 Million Awarded to Accelerate Building Fire-Resilient Communities | In advance of peak fire season in California, the Department of Conservation has awarded more than $72 million to fifteen partners across the state working to create fire-adapted communities and landscapes by improving ecosystem health, wildfire preparedness and fire resilience. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/index/Pages/News/State-Awards-72-Million-Building-Fire-Resilient-Communities-Landscapes.aspx, https://www.conservation.ca.gov/index/Pages/News/State-Awards-72-Million-Building-Fire-Resilient-Communities-Landscapes.aspx | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=235 | 2023-08-18T19:00:00Z | | | | | |
California Considers First Round of Projects for Orphan Oil Well Funding | | California Considers First Round of Projects for Orphan Oil Well Funding | Conservation released a draft list of orphan wells proposed to be permanently sealed to protect public health and the environment -- part of the first wave of such projects supported by state and federal funding. Public comments about the list will be accepted through August 11. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/index/Pages/News/California-Considers-First-Round-Projects-Orphan-Oil-Well-Funding.aspx, https://www.conservation.ca.gov/index/Pages/News/California-Considers-First-Round-Projects-Orphan-Oil-Well-Funding.aspx | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=232 | 2023-07-18T21:00:00Z | | | | | |
Mandatory Training for Mine Inspectors in August, November | | Mandatory Training for Mine Inspectors in August, November | Local government employees and consultants charged with inspecting Calfornia mines must complete a two-day training every five years and be certified by Conservation. The next training opportunities are August in Oceanside and November in Sacramento. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/dmr/workshops, https://www.conservation.ca.gov/dmr/workshops | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=233 | 2023-07-17T22:00:00Z | | | | | |
Gas & Oil Data Dashboard | | Gas & Oil Data Dashboard | Check the WellSTAR dashboard for the latest info on permits, wells, production and other oil and gas data. | https://app.powerbigov.us/view?r=eyJrIjoiNGQzZWU1N2QtNjNmYy00ODQyLWJlNDUtODBiYjg2MjYyYzIzIiwidCI6IjRjNTk4OGFlLTVhMDAtNDBlOC1iMDY1LWEwMTdmOWM5OTQ5NCJ9, https://app.powerbigov.us/view?r=eyJrIjoiNGQzZWU1N2QtNjNmYy00ODQyLWJlNDUtODBiYjg2MjYyYzIzIiwidCI6IjRjNTk4OGFlLTVhMDAtNDBlOC1iMDY1LWEwMTdmOWM5OTQ5NCJ9 | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=234 | 2023-07-07T16:00:00Z | | | | | |
July 18 Draft Orphan Well Expenditure Plan Public Meeting | | July 18 Draft Orphan Well Expenditure Plan Public Meeting | CalGEM will release its Draft Orphan Well Expenditure Plan on Tuesday, July 18 at 5:30 p.m. during a virtual public meeting. The draft plan will include our initial list of orphan wells proposed to permanently plug and seal using state and federal funds. Register for the meeting here. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/Pages/State-Abandonments.aspx, https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/Pages/State-Abandonments.aspx | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=231 | 2023-07-06T16:00:00Z | | | | | |
Job Posting: Field Service Electronics Technician (JC-373636) | | Job Posting: Field Service Electronics Technician (JC-373636) | The California Geological Survey is seeking a SEISMOLOGICAL INSTRUMENT TECHNICIAN 1 for its Strong Motion Instrumentation Program. Click for salary range, job description, application instructions, and more. The application deadline is July 13, 2023. | https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=373636, Link to job posting at CalCareers | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=230 | 2023-06-29T16:00:00Z | | | | | |
Methane Task Force to Host Third Public Meeting on June 27 | | Methane Task Force to Host Third Public Meeting on June 27 | The Methane Task Force is joint effort led by CalGEM & California Air Resources Board (CARB) seeking to identify and respond to methane leaks from oil infrastructure near communities and address the outsized impact methane has on climate change. Join us for our third meeting at 5:30 p.m. June 27. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/Pages/Methane-Task-Force.aspx, https://authoring.consrv.ca.gov/calgem/Pages/Methane-Task-Force.aspx | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=229 | 2023-06-27T01:00:00Z | | | | | |
$35 Million Awarded to Improve Groundwater Sustainability | | $35 Million Awarded to Improve Groundwater Sustainability | Today, the Multibenefit Land Repurposing Program awards $35 million to four regions that are adapting land use to improve sustainability of groundwater basins across Santa Cruz, Merced, Stanislaus, Kings, San Benito, Monterey, and Fresno counties. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/index/Pages/News/CA-Awards-35M-Four-Regions-Improve-Groundwater-Sustainability.aspx, https://www.conservation.ca.gov/index/Pages/News/CA-Awards-35M-Four-Regions-Improve-Groundwater-Sustainability.aspx | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=228 | 2023-06-16T19:00:00Z | | | | | |
Methane Task Force Joint Inspection Efforts | | Methane Task Force Joint Inspection Efforts | Find the latest updates on the Arvin/Lamont oil and gas well inspections conducted by CalGEM, California Air Resources Board and San Joaquin Valley Air District here. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/Pages/Arvin-and-Lamont-Well-Inspections-.aspx, https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/Pages/Arvin-and-Lamont-Well-Inspections-.aspx | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=227 | 2023-06-14T00:00:00Z | | | | | |
$1M Awarded to Tribal Partnerships for Carbon-Negative Fuel Development | | $1M Awarded to Tribal Partnerships for Carbon-Negative Fuel Development | Two new grants for projects seeking to convert biomass to carbon-negative energy will help meet the Governor’s goals for enhancing Tribal sovereignty and self-sufficiency while contributing toward statewide goals for forest health. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/index/Pages/News/1-Million-to-Tribal-Partnerships-Convert-Forest-Waste-Carbon-Negative-Fuel.aspx, https://authoring.consrv.ca.gov/index/Pages/News/1-Million-to-Tribal-Partnerships-Convert-Forest-Waste-Carbon-Negative-Fuel.aspx | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=225 | 2023-05-31T16:05:00Z | | | | | |
Update on Wells, Inspections, and Repairs | | Update on Wells, Inspections, and Repairs | Read the latest on well activity in Kern and Los Angeles counties. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/index/Pages/News/State-Oil-and-Gas-Supervisor-Issues-Statement-on-Two-Bakersfield-Long-Term-Idle-Wells.aspx, https://authoring.consrv.ca.gov/index/Pages/News/State-Oil-and-Gas-Supervisor-Issues-Statement-on-Two-Bakersfield-Long-Term-Idle-Wells.aspx | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=202 | 2023-05-05T18:00:00Z | | | | | |
Round 9 Funding Open for Land Conservation Program | | Round 9 Funding Open for Land Conservation Program | Sustainable Agricultural Land Conservation Program (SALC) opened its ninth funding round with the adoption of guidelines by the Strategic Growth Council. We invite applications for projects that protect ag land and reduce greehouse gases. Get the Final Guideliens and Solicitation Package here. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/dlrp/grant-programs/SALCP, https://www.conservation.ca.gov/dlrp/grant-programs/SALCP | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=223 | 2023-04-26T23:00:00Z | | | | | |
DOC Issues Grants to Help Convert Forest Waste to Carbon-Negative Fuel | | DOC Issues Grants to Help Convert Forest Waste to Carbon-Negative Fuel | $3 million in Dept. of Conservation grants will help jumpstart innovative technologies designed to convert biomass to carbon-negative energy, which will also improve forest health, reduce wildfire risk, and improve the Sierra Nevada watershed. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/index/Pages/News/State-Invests-3-Million-Convert-Forest-Waste-into-Carbon-Negative-Fuel.aspx, https://www.conservation.ca.gov/index/Pages/News/State-Invests-3-Million-Convert-Forest-Waste-into-Carbon-Negative-Fuel.aspx | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=222 | 2023-04-18T22:00:00Z | | | | | |
New CGS Note: Serpentinite and Serpentine in California | | New CGS Note: Serpentinite and Serpentine in California | Serpentinite — the state rock of California — is well-known among botanists for its support of unique and rare plant species. It's also of concern because of its potential to contain asbestos. Learn more in this printer-friendly pamphlet designed especially for educators and students. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/documents/publications/cgs-notes/CGS-Note-57-Serpentinite-and-Serpentine-a11y.pdf, Link to the PDF | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=152 | 2023-04-07T19:00:00Z | | | | | |
New Report: California's Non-Fuel Mineral Production 2020 | | New Report: California's Non-Fuel Mineral Production 2020 | California ranked fourth in the U.S. in overall production value, was the only domestic producer of boron and rare earth minerals vital to technology, and was a leading producer of construction materials, according to the latest California Geological Survey report. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/minerals/mineral-production, https://authoring.consrv.ca.gov/cgs/minerals/mineral-production | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=221 | 2023-03-01T17:00:00Z | | | | | |
New report: 2020 California Non-Fuel Mineral Production | | New report: 2020 California Non-Fuel Mineral Production | California remained one of the largest producers of non-fuel minerals in the United States in 2020. This new report discusses the commodities produced as well as production and trends for many commodities. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/documents/minerals/california-non-fuel-mineral-production-2020-a11y.pdf, Link to the PDF | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=136 | 2023-02-28T23:50:00Z | | | | | |