The California Geological Survey just released the Sierra Nevada Earth Science Atlas, the most detailed geologic framework mapping of California’s most iconic landscape to date. The complete Atlas is being rolled out in phases, with the initial geologic map available on our website.

DOC had a great time celebrating Earth Day last week at the California Natural Resources Agency headquarters! Several DOC divisions joined other state departments, advocates, and nonprofits to share our passion, science, and expertise with the attendees. Watch the Video

CalGEM's Project Plug work continues! As of April 2026, CalGEM has sealed 333 orphaned oil wells through the program, totaling 1,235,306 feet underground plugged thus far, with more work already underway. You can learn more about Project Plug on our website, where we have breakdowns of projects across the state.

Conservation and the Strategic Growth Council’s SALC grant program recently closed two conservation easements with our partners at the California Rangeland Trust. These new easements for Dry Creek Ranch in Merced County and Ray-Mar Ranch in Calaveras County help to protect an additional 8,700 acres of rangeland in California. 

In February, staff from CalGEM’s Central District participated in a career fair for nearly 700 students at Fletcher Elementary School in Bakersfield. Staff had a great time sharing more about their work, interacting with students, and providing props (and candy)! Learn more about CalGEM careers here.

DOC Staff Member Receives Administration Award

Randella Foster from Conservation’s Equal Employment Opportunity Office was recently named as an award honoree for the Sacramento Chapter of the American Society for Public Administration’s annual Public Service Awards. Please join us in congratulating Randella on this incredible achievement! Learn more about the ASPA