Single-use straws create trash and ocean pollution. Swap them out for reusable straws instead. Which reusable straws are your favorites? #PlasticFreeJuly

Everyday plastic items like utensils, bottles, straws, and bags are harming our ocean, marine life, and California's coastal communities. It's time to take action and make a change! 🌍 Join us this #PlasticFreeJuly 🧡 and pledge to reduce your plastic use. 🚫 Plastic Straws &

Exciting news! After years of dedicated effort alongside California Energy Commission - ⚡#CalEnergy and others, the #OffshoreWind strategic plan is adopted! The milestone marks huge progress for CA’s #cleanenergy future. There is still much work ahead, but together, we’re on the path to a sustainable tomorrow.

We just released the final EIR for the #Rincon Decommissioning Project, a huge milestone we’ve been working toward since the former oil operator went bankrupt. 🔗 bit.ly/3CD4V3E

It's never too early to start planning for California Coastal Cleanup Day! Learn how you can lead a cleanup location or find one to join👇🌎

.Lina Ceballos Osuna (ella/she/her) represented CA/SLC in Latin America & Caribbean #biofouling events in Panama organized by GloFouling Partnerships & International Maritime Organization in collaboration w/ MTCC Caribbean, MTCC Latin America & CPPS. It was an amazing & enriching experience w/ a special focus on #womeninbiofoulingvisibility

Thrilled to celebrate #nationalbookloversday and the joy books bring to our lives. Books, like the seminal Water Boundaries book that informs our work, are an invaluable resource that educate, inspire, and pull us into other worlds and broaden our minds.

The agenda for our Aug 29 public meeting in Goleta is up! Visit bit.ly/3YNlntr to learn how to participate, watch the meeting, and provide public comment.

We have a packed Commission meeting this week! Join us on Aug 29 as the Commission considers certifying an EIR to decommission #Rincon Island, a former offshore oil and gas operation, and a tribal co-management agreement. 🔗 bit.ly/3YNlntr

We proudly support #SB1053 and #AB2236 to reduce plastic pollution and are proud to stand with everyone today, including our commissioner and Eleni Kounalakis, in strong support of these important bills!

We're live! Watch our webcast here: bit.ly/3Ta3C3M

Huge news! We just committed to pursue a first of its kind co-management agreement with the Coastal Band of Chumash Nation, certified an EIR and authorized the #Rincon Phase 2 decommissioning project. We look forward to what’s to come! 🔗 bit.ly/4dCrwx8

(1/2) Today marks a historic partnership between CA State Lands & the Coastal Band of the Chumash Nation in Santa Barbara to pursue co-management of Rincon Island - land formerly used for offshore oil and gas development. Full press release 🧵

Happy #NationalBeachDay!🏖️ Beaches are a treasure trove of biodiversity, teeming with life from the smallest sand crabs to majestic elephant seals. From tide pools filled with colorful starfish to dunes supporting rare coastal plants, California's beaches are home to a unique

Exciting news! Our Marine Invasive Species Program #MISP, in collaboration with California State University (CSU) Maritime Academy, published a new ballast water sampling paper in the peer-reviewed journal Frontiers - Marine Science. #OpenAccess paper: frontiersin.org/journals/marin…

If you missed our meeting last week, you can read our handy highlights to catch up on the important work we are doing to protect and manage California's beautiful public lands and natural resources. 🔗 bit.ly/3yUNpc7

Congratulations to Grace Kato, our new Assistant Executive Officer! Grace is a dedicated & talented leader who believes in the Commission’s mission and values. Her many wonderful attributes & qualifications make her the perfect choice for this position! #FacesofCAStateLands

Yesterday marked an incredible milestone toward the end of offshore oil & gas in state waters. Platform Holly plug & abandonment is complete! This achievement is the culmination of 7 years of diligence and hard work by our entire team. We couldn’t be more proud or excited!

#CABiodiversityDay celebrations begin today! We’re hosting more than 100 events statewide between Sept. 7-15! 🦋🌿🌊 Whether you love hiking, kayaking, birdwatching, diving, or discovering cool new species, there’s something for everyone. Learn more 👉 parks.ca.gov/CABiodiversity…

Happy Biodiversity Week, California! 💚It’s a gorgeous day to get outside and savor all of the beauty that Mother Nature has to offer! 🌲🌊🌵🦆🦉🐌🐞🐝