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Secretary Laird Urges Completion of Governor's Water Plan, Water Conservation after Latest Snow Survey

Preliminary Bay Delta Conservation Plan Released

California completes first-of-its-kind statewide network of marine protected areas in the nation

Natural Resources Agency Announces $34 Million in Funding for California's River Parkways

Final Tribal Consultation Policy Adopted

California Releases 2012 Bioenergy Action Plan


Restoring the Delta and Creating a Clean, Reliable Water Supply

Restoring the ecological health of the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta is critical for the protection of all species, aquatic and terrestrial, while providing clean, reliable water to 25 million Californians.

Protecting Our Ocean and Coast

Protecting and managing California's 1,100 miles of coastal and ocean resources while safeguarding the diversity and abundance of marine life for generations to come.

Preservation of Sensitive Habitat and Critical Ecosystems

Preserving the sensitive habitat of threatened and endangered species while ensuring that California's critical ecosystems are restored, maintained and protected.

Conserving Treasured Lands and Valuable Natural Resources

Conserving more land for preservation, protection, restoration of wildlife, and recreation than any other administration in California's history.

Developing Renewable Energy Sources

Advancing renewable energy sources to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and decrease California's dependence on fossil fuel and foreign oil.


 

Mission Statement: To restore, protect and manage the state's natural, historical and cultural resources for current and future generations using creative approaches and solutions based on science, collaboration and respect for all the communities and interests involved.