What’s going on with environmental issues in California in 2025?

Several issues involving climate change and the environment will gain attention in 2025 including the state’s plans to “Trump-proof” it’s climate goals, especially offshore wind and electric cars. Voters also approved a $10 billion bond in November to fund environment and climate projects. In January, Gov. Gavin Newsom, legislators, environmental leaders and advocates will outline their plans for the state’s 2025 agenda on the environment. This page will be updated as new proposals are introduced.

CalMatters environment team:

Deputy Editor: Marla Cone, marla@calmatters.org
Environment Reporter: Julie Cart, julie@calmatters.org
Climate Reporter: Alejandro Lazo, alejandro@calmatters.org
Water Reporter: Alastair Bland, alastair@calmatters.org
Water Reporter: Rachel Becker, rachel@calmatters.org
Environment / Inequality reporter: Alejandra Reyes-Velarde, Alejandra@calmatters.org

Quick Facts

Wildfires: Emit as much carbon each year as almost 2 million cars.
Water: State officials warn that climate change could shrink state water supplies by up to 10% by 2040.
Pollution: More than 90% of Californians breathe unhealthy levels of one or more pollutants during the year.
Climate: California emits about 1% of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions.

Environment Bills

In Focus

This is a list of all the environment-related bills considered this session. Highlighted bills are selected by CalMatters reporters as among the most significant.