The University of California: A Living Laboratory for Climate Action and Sustainability Solutions

Watch and vote for the University of California's entry for the Second Nature's Climate Leadership Awards.

In 2004 the University of California adopted the Policy on Sustainable Practices. The policy includes goals for the university to achieve by the 2020, including reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 50%, purchasing 20% sustainable food and sending zero waste to landfills. The UC has already earned 87 LEED certifications and with the help of energy investments, is  saving $32 million annually.

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Published: Monday, March 19, 2012