Practicum

In the Wild: Saurabh Harohalli with the City of Sacramento

My name is Saurabh Harohalli, and I am part of the EPM Class of 2024. Before coming to EPM, I studied chemical engineering and worked in the manufacturing sector. Through EPM, I am currently shifting my career to focus on the intersection of decarbonization and urban planning.

Renewable Energy, Agriculture and Legal Compatibility: Solar and Williamson Act Contracts

With increasing pressure to meet renewable energy targets in California, ongoing concerns for the future of California’s water supply, and a thriving technology sector within the state, interest in mixing commercial agriculture with renewable energy installations has never been higher. However, until recently, there has been little understanding of how individual counties in California have defined solar installations on commercial, agricultural land under Williamson Act contracts.

Investing in tomorrow: EJ apprentices transforming communities

Three masters students in the Graduate Program of Environmental Policy and Management recently completed their environmental justice focused Practicum projects in collaboration with three nonprofit organizations.