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8.17.11 — Sierra magazine says we're still cool (and greener)
UC Davis is greener and cooler this year, moving into the Top 10 of Sierra magazine’s annual ranking of the “greenest” colleges in the United States. UC Davis earned the eighth spot, up from 16 a year ago, on the magazine's “America’s Coolest Schools” list.
1.24.11 — Study finds greenhouse gas emissions can hurt companies' stock value
How much greenhouse gas a company produces has a significant effect on the value of the company's stock, according to a new study.
11.17.10 — UC Davis joins global climate action coalition
Chancellor Linda P.B. Katehi joined global leaders as the only academic signatory to a new public-private alliance championed by Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger to confront climate change and build a global green economy.
11.14.10 — Global Climate Summit: UC Davis researchers present an afternoon of appetizers
Delegates who arrived early for the Governors' Global Climate Summit 3 got a taste of UC Davis' research prowess and forward thinking.
11.10.10 — New olive oil body-care products promote sustainability
New products are made with olive oil produced by the campus’s historic olive trees, using olives and oil that would otherwise have gone to waste.
11.9.10 — New forecast warns oil will run dry before substitutes roll out
Global oil will run out 90 years before replacement technologies are ready, says a new UC Davis study based on stock market expectations.
11.3.10 — World leaders to gather at Governors’ Global Climate Summit 3 at UC Davis
The Governors’ Global Climate Summit 3: Building the Green Economy will be Nov. 15 and 16 at UC Davis.
6.28.10 — UC Davis Center for Entrepreneurship hosts Green Tech Academy
Scientists, researchers and engineers from more than 20 universities are gathering for a series of seminars and workshops on how to launch a successful green-tech company.
5.25.10 — Universities study energy efficiency too
Interview with Nicole Biggart, the Chevron Chair in Energy at UC Davis, about motivations behind adopting new energy-efficient technologies.
5.14.10 — UC Davis takes the lead on clean energy, with Schwarzenegger's backing
UC Davis is taking a leadership role in spurring the innovations, ideas and dialogue that are needed to help create a clean energy future for Northern California — and beyond.
3.11.10 — Students compete to design efficient lighting
1.20.10 — UC Davis 'green' lighting center gets bigger, smarter and $10 million in new grants
The California Lighting Technology Center at UC Davis hosts an open house to show off the energy-saving lighting systems ready now and coming soon for homes, offices, businesses, and even parking lots.
12.29.09 — All ski runs are not created equal
Ski slope grading, compared to clearing, is worse for plant abundance and promotes erosion.
6.26.09 — 'Green' technology entrepreneurs learn to take research to market
4.24.09 — Smart energy
Rep. Doris Matsui, D-Sacramento, visits campus to learn about the UC Davis Biogas Energy Project and the Renewable Energy Testing Center.
4.8.09 — Foolproof, low-thirst plants for California gardens
4.6.09 — UC Davis 'Arboretum All-Stars' now available in north-state nurseries
2.9.09 — Big wheel
UC Davis expert Daniel Sperling's predictions for the future of transportation.
1.12.09 — New 'smart' lighting makes parking greener and safer
UC Davis' California Lighting Technology Center unveiled efficient lighting system as part of campus' Smart Lighting Initiative
12.11.08 — Gifts of Prose
“California's New Green Revolution: Pioneers in Sustainable Agriculture” and “The Bike to Work Guide: What You Need to Know to Save Gas, Go Green, Get Fit”
9.26.08 — Wine Industry Intent on Truly Going Green
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7.16.08 — MBAs Design Urban Oasis for Sacramento Homeless
7.11.08 — From forest to manufacturer to distributor to Repro Graphics
Repro Graphics earns certification from both the Forest Stewardship Council and the Sustainable Forestry Initiative.
6.13.08 — Green things at UC Davis
List of "green things" includes buildings, neighborhood, zero waste, lighting, transportation, purchasing and food.
6.12.08 — Chilean President and Schwarzenegger Preside Over Signing of Landmark Agreements at UC Davis
4.28.08 — Study Finds More Fresh, Local Foods on Hospital Trays
3.14.08 — Beyond the Bottom Line
M.B.A. grads bring sustainable business practices to their work.
3.14.08 — Range of savings in rebate program
Program to encourages units to trade in their old refrigerators and freezers for energy-efficient models.
11.19.07 — Energy for the future
UC Davis is engineering a sustainable future: Let us count the ways
11.2.07 — Sustainability is key to university’s future
Article recaps the second annual Sustainability Day at UC Davis.
9.21.07 — Museum plans year of eco-exhibitions
The UC Davis Design Museum announced a year of eco-exhibitions.
5.3.07 — IPM Saves Roses, Reduces Pesticide Use
UC Davis researchers are reporting the largest successful use of integrated pest management in the commercial floriculture industry.
9.29.06 — Green gardening education project awarded $141,139
Arboretum receives grant for new education programs.
7.1.04 — UC Davis Adds California Lighting Technology Center
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