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Energy 101
Energy Legislation
AB 32, the 2006 California Global Warming Solutions Act, has set California on a path towards reduced greenhouse gas emissions. Click here to learn about the bill and other recent energy related legislation.
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Energy 101
Built Environment
Traditionally constructed buildings account for 45% of the world’s energy usage. Click here to read about energy efficiency in the built environment.
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Energy 101
Renewable Energy
California investor-owned utilities are required to obtain 20% of their electricity from renewable resources by 2010. Click here to read about renewable energy technologies.
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Energy 101
Transportation
According to the California Air Resources Board, transportation accounts for nearly 40% of the State's greenhouse gas emissions. Click here to read about emerging transportation technologies.
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Energy 101
Climate Action
As of March, 2009, nearly 30% of California cities (over 141 cities) have signed on to the U.S. Conference of Mayors Climate Protection Agreement. Click here to read about local government best practices in climate action.
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