The Department of Conservation provides services and information that promote environmental health, economic vitality, informed land-use decisions and sound management of our state's natural resources.
DOC MISSION AND VISION
The Department of Conservation recently introduced new Mission and Vision statements to help guide its efforts on behalf of California's citizens, economy, and environment:
Our Mission: The Department of Conservation balances today's needs with tomorrow's challenges and fosters intelligent, sustainable, and efficient use of California's energy, land, and mineral resources.
Our Vision: A safe, sustainable environment for all Californians.
Information on how our Mission and Vision intersect with the strategic goals and outcomes of DOC programs can be found in the About Us pages.
News
- New seismic hazard zone maps released by the California Geological Survey show areas of the East Bay Area that may be more likely to face ground failure in the event of a large earthquake. Read more...
- Higher oil prices spurred an increase in drilling activity in California, but the state's overall oil production continued a long-term trend and declined in 2007 to its lowest level since 1941. Dig deeper....
- Unsightly orphaned oil production facilities that have long been an eyesore in a Los Angeles neighborhood are being cleaned up, thanks to the Divsion of Oil, Gas, and Geothermal Resources. Find out why and how...
- Great News! Californians recycled an all-time high of 14.7 billion California Refund Value (CRV) beverage containers in 2007, putting money in their pockets and doing wonders for the environment.
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