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, /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: California Non-Fuel Mineral Production 2020 | | New report: California Non-Fuel Mineral Production 2020 | 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 | | | | | |
Notice to Operators on SB 1137 | | Notice to Operators on SB 1137 | The provisions of SB 1137 have been suspended, see the related Notice to Operators here. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/for_operators/Pages/NoticetoOperator.aspx, https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/for_operators/Pages/NoticetoOperator.aspx | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=220 | 2023-02-04T04:00:00Z | | | | | |
Department of Conservation Awards $2.4M to Improve Health of Local Waterways | | Department of Conservation Awards $2.4M to Improve Health of Local Waterways | Improving, protecting, and restoring local waterways is the goal of the $2.4 million in grants awarded by the California Department of Conservation to fund planning and implementation projects for riparian corridors in San Luis Obispo, Monterey, Ventura, Santa Cruz, and Siskiyou counties. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/index/Pages/News/$2-4M-to-Improve-Health-of-Local-Waterways.aspx, https://authoring.consrv.ca.gov/index/Pages/News/$2-4M-to-Improve-Health-of-Local-Waterways.aspx | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/dlrp/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=10 | 2023-02-02T22:00:00Z | | | | | |
Application Period Open for Multibenefit Land Repurposing Program | | Application Period Open for Multibenefit Land Repurposing Program | Applications for $40 million in Round 2 grants from the Multibenefit Land Repurposing Program, part of Governor Newsom's multi-faceted response to the ongoing drought, can be submitted now through March 29. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov//index/Pages/News/Accepting-Applications-for-Round-2-of-Land-Repurposing-Program.aspx, https://authoring.consrv.ca.gov//index/Pages/News/Accepting-Applications-for-Round-2-of-Land-Repurposing-Program.aspx | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=219 | 2023-02-01T17:00:00Z | | | | | |
Methane Task Force to Host Third Public Meeting on February 21 | | Methane Task Force to Host Third Public Meeting on February 21 | 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. Feb. 21. | 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=218 | 2023-01-24T22:30:00Z | | | | | |
SB 1137 First Emergency Implementation Regulations Adopted | | SB 1137 First Emergency Implementation Regulations Adopted | On January 6, CalGEM’s emergency regulations to support implementation of Senate Bill 1137 were approved by the Office of Administrative Law, filed with the Secretary of State, and made effective the same day. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/Pages/SB1137.aspx, https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/Pages/SB1137.aspx | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=216 | 2023-01-18T17:00:00Z | | | | | |
Help California Map Recent Landslides | | Help California Map Recent Landslides | This map depends on volunteer reports from people like you! The California Reported Landslides Database is an online map showing the locations, photos, and other attributes of recent landslides in California. | https://cadoc.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=bc48ad40e3504134a1fc8f3909659041, California Reported Landslides map | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=49 | 2023-01-01T16:00:00Z | | | | | |
CGS 2023 Wall Calendar Now Available | | CGS 2023 Wall Calendar Now Available | The California Geological Survey 2023 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 | 2022-12-23T01:00:00Z | | | | | |
CGS Note 48 update: Checklist for Engineering Geology & Seismology Reports, 2022 | | CGS Note 48 update: Checklist for Engineering Geology & Seismology Reports, 2022 | Note 48 aka "Checklist for the review of Engineering Geology and Seismology Reports for California Public Schools, Hospitals, and Essential Services Buildings" is the guide CGS uses to evaluate geologic reports prepared under CCR Title 24, California Building Code. This supersedes the 2019 version. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/reviews/school-hospital-and-environmental-reviews#Note48, Link to description of CGS Note 48 | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=56 | 2022-12-21T16:00:00Z | | | | | |
Did You Feel It? Magnitude 6.4 Quake Reminds Californians to Stay Prepared | | Did You Feel It? Magnitude 6.4 Quake Reminds Californians to Stay Prepared | A M6.4 earthquake just offshore of Humboldt County early Tuesday. The quake is associated with 2 deaths, several injuries, power outages, damage to structures, and scores of aftershocks, including 3 over M4. California Geological Survey scientists are helping to assess the effects and damage. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/earthquakes, https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/earthquakes | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=217 | 2022-12-20T19:30:00Z | | | | | |
$74 Million Awarded to Conserve 54,000 Acres of Agricultural Lands | | $74 Million Awarded to Conserve 54,000 Acres of Agricultural Lands | Today the California Strategic Growth Council approved recommendations by Department of Conservation for $74 million in grants to protect 54,000 acres of agricultural lands at risk of development. The investments are part of Round 8 of the Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation (SALC) Program. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/dlrp/grant-programs/SALCP/Pages/Index.aspx, https://authoring.consrv.ca.gov/dlrp/grant-programs/SALCP/Pages/Index.aspx | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=215 | 2022-12-15T22:00:00Z | | | | | |
Six new geologic maps! | | Six new geologic maps! | That's right, new maps just in time for the holidays: Elledge Peak 24k, Burnt Peak and Neenach School 24k, Landers-Yucca Valley North 24k, Merced 100k, and Oakdale 100k. Get them at our Preliminary Regional Geologic Maps page. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/rgm/preliminary, Preliminary Geologic Maps | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=129 | 2022-12-12T16:00:00Z | | | | | |
New CGS Note: Geology, Soils, and Ecology | | New CGS Note: Geology, Soils, and Ecology | CGS Notes are short pamphlets that focus on California's geology, designed for educators, students, and other non-geologists. This new Note describes how geology influences soil development and ecosystems in California. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/documents/publications/cgs-notes/CGS-Note-56-Geology-Soils-Ecology-a11y.pdf, Link to the PDF | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=133 | 2022-12-06T01:00:00Z | | | | | |
Land Repurposing Program Round 2 Guidelines Now Available | | Land Repurposing Program Round 2 Guidelines Now Available | Round 2 Multibenefit Land Repurposing Program (MLRP) Draft Guidelines are available for public comment until December 30. The MLRP program funds groundwater sustainability projects that reduce groundwater use, repurpose irrigated agricultral land, and provide wildlife habitat. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/dlrp/grant-programs/Pages/Multibenefit-Land-Repurposing-Program.aspx, https://www.conservation.ca.gov/dlrp/grant-programs/Pages/Multibenefit-Land-Repurposing-Program.aspx | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=214 | 2022-11-28T20:00:00Z | | | | | |
SR 253: PCC Aggregate in the Western Ventura-Simi Production-Consumption Regions | | SR 253: PCC Aggregate in the Western Ventura-Simi Production-Consumption Regions | Special Report 253 is the second update Mineral Land Classification report for Portland cement concrete (PCC) aggregate in Ventura County. SR 253 reevaluates PCC aggregate resources, permitted reserves, past production, and includes an updated 50-year projection of demand in the WVS P-C Regions. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/publications/releases, /cgs/publications/releases | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=125 | 2022-11-23T00:30:00Z | | | | | |
Did You Feel It? M5.1 Quake East of San Jose Reminds Californians to Be Prepared | | Did You Feel It? M5.1 Quake East of San Jose Reminds Californians to Be Prepared | Bookmark the California Geological Survey's earthquake page for preparation resources - including what to do before, during, and after a quake. Aftershocks should be expected over the next hours to days, and with every earthquake comes a small chance of it being followed by a larger earthquake. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/earthquakes, https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/earthquakes | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=213 | 2022-10-25T19:00:00Z | | | | | |
CalGEM to Host Public Workshop on Senate Bill 1137 Implementation | | CalGEM to Host Public Workshop on Senate Bill 1137 Implementation | Register for a virtual public workshop on the recently passed bill which establishes health protection zones near oil & gas operations. CalGEM will review requirements established by SB 1137, discuss the plan for implementation of early provisions, and provide the opportunity for public comments. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/index/Pages/News/CalGEM-Host-Public-Workshop-SB1137-Implementation.aspx, https://authoring.consrv.ca.gov/index/Pages/News/CalGEM-Host-Public-Workshop-SB1137-Implementation.aspx | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=212 | 2022-10-18T19:00:00Z | | | | | |
Williamson Act Program Now Hosting Open Office Hours | | Williamson Act Program Now Hosting Open Office Hours | Please join the Williamson Act team for technical assistance during new virtual open hours, hosted the third Thursday of every month. The first session kicks off October 20 from11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Learn more and sign up here. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/dlrp/wa/Pages/Index.aspx, https://authoring.consrv.ca.gov/dlrp/wa/Pages/Index.aspx | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/dlrp/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=9 | 2022-10-14T00:00:00Z | | | | | |
New Tsunami Hazard Area Maps for Seven Counties | | New Tsunami Hazard Area Maps for Seven Counties | California Geological Survey issued new Tsunami Hazard Area maps for the counties of San Diego, Ventura, Santa Cruz, Marin, Sonoma, Napa, and Solano. This release completes Tsunami Hazard Area mapping for the entire coast of California. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/index/Pages/News/California-Completes-Coastal-Mapping-Tsunami-Risk-Addition-Seven-Counties-.aspx, https://authoring.consrv.ca.gov/index/Pages/News/California-Completes-Coastal-Mapping-Tsunami-Risk-Addition-Seven-Counties-.aspx | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=211 | 2022-10-07T17:00:00Z | | | | | |
New Tsunami Hazard Area Maps for Seven Counties | | New Tsunami Hazard Area Maps for Seven Counties | Today the CGS issued new Tsunami Hazard Area (THA) maps for the counties of San Diego, Ventura, Santa Cruz, Marin, Sonoma, Napa, and Solano. This release completes THA mapping for the entire coast of California. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/tsunami, Take me there | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=124 | 2022-10-07T14:00:00Z | | | | | |
Methane Task Force to Host Second Public Meeting on Oct. 20 | | Methane Task Force to Host Second Public Meeting on Oct. 20 | Join us Oct. 20 at 5:30 p.m. for a task force update on efforts to address methane emissions. CalGEM will also share efforts underway to prepare to implement Senate Bill 1137, including forthcoming public engagement opportunities. The meeting will include time for public comment. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/index/Pages/News/Methane-Task-Force-Sets-Date-Second-Public-Meeting-Oct-20.aspx, https://authoring.consrv.ca.gov/index/Pages/News/Methane-Task-Force-Sets-Date-Second-Public-Meeting-Oct-20.aspx | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=210 | 2022-10-04T17:00:00Z | | | | | |
Public Comment Workshop on Well Screening Methodology plan: Register now | | Public Comment Workshop on Well Screening Methodology plan: Register now | CalGEM is holding a public comment workshop on the screening metholodogy developed to screen, rank, and prioritize California's more than 5,300 orphan, deserted, and potentially deserted wells to be permanently plugged and sealed. | https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7dNMbhFzT0uRyOpDtPNjJA, https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7dNMbhFzT0uRyOpDtPNjJA | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=33 | 2022-09-21T18:00:00Z | | | | | |
Learn More About the Methane Task Force | | Learn More About the Methane Task Force | The Methane Task Force is a joint effort led by CalGEM and California Air Resources Board and seeks to identify and respond to methane leaks from oil infrastructure near communities, as well as address the outsized impact methane has on climate change. Learn more here. | 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=208 | 2022-09-19T15:00:00Z | | | | | |
CalGEM Orphan Well Screening Methodology Available for Public Comment | | CalGEM Orphan Well Screening Methodology Available for Public Comment | CalGEM is developing a methodology to screen, rank, and prioritize California's 5,300+ orphan, deserted, and potentially deserted wells to be permanently plugged & sealed. Public comment on the draft screening methodology is open through October 7. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/Pages/Orphan-Well-Screening-Methodology.aspx, https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem/Pages/Orphan-Well-Screening-Methodology.aspx | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=209 | 2022-09-16T16:00:00Z | | | | | |
CalGEM Online Data: August & September Virtual Workshops | | CalGEM Online Data: August & September Virtual Workshops | CalGEM continues its series of online data workshops with sessions available August 30, 31, and September 1. The workshops introduce CalGEM's online tools for accessing state oil and gas data: WellSTAR, WellSTAR Data Dashboard, and Well Finder. | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/index/Pages/News/CalGEM-Online-Data-Virtual-Workshop-Summer.aspx, https://authoring.consrv.ca.gov/index/Pages/News/CalGEM-Online-Data-Virtual-Workshop-Summer.aspx | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/Lists/News/DispForm.aspx?ID=207 | 2022-08-17T21:00:00Z | | | | | |