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<p>California has abundant natural resources and has long been the center of attention for renewable energy within the USA. The US Department of Energy indicates that California has just over 24% of its energy coming from renewable energy production, one of the highest for a large population state. Traditionally, California has also lead the nation in terms of proactive climate change and sustainability issues.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p>This field trip will explore very innovative and leading sustainability projects in San Francisco. We will also visit the solar labs in nearby University of California, Berkeley, followed by a visit to nearby energy projects (e.g. Tesla, Google). Part of the trip will include discussing renewable energy projects with city and state officials. <o:p></o:p></span></p>