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California Energy Research Center

California State University, Bakersfield

Guiding Principles.

PURPOSE

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Facilitate the engagement of CSU, Bakersfield faculty and students in collaborative research efforts with local energy-related industry and agencies.

MISSION

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Expand the capabilities of CSUB faculty and students to conduct research in the area of sustainable and affordable energy production.

HISTORY

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Created in May 2014 to bring California energy experts together to study the needs and opportunities of the energy industries.

LEADERSHIP

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Our Leadership Team unites leading faculty, researchers, and industry experts to shape the future of California's energy landscape through strategic direction and community partnerships. Click to learn more about our team.

 

CERC at a Glance

25+25+ Best In-Class Subject Matter Experts
1#1 Energy Capital of California
83,000,000$83 Million Budget Allocation from State

Strategically Located in Kern County

1#1 Ca Oil & Renewable Energy Provider
1#1 Largest Windfarm in the Nation
1#1 Largest BESS Project in World
13#13 Oil Producing County in Nation

 

Our Expertise.

 
Energy Economics
Energy Business, Economics, and Policy
 
Energy Data And Security
Energy Data And Security
 
Energy Efficiency, Renewables and Emissions
Energy Efficiency, Emissions and Renewables
 
Energy Policy and Ethics

Energy and Power Systems
 
Environmental and Sustainable Carbon
Environmental and Sustainable Carbon Management
 
Subsurface Petroleum, Minerals and Carbon Management
Subsurface Carbon Management, Minerals, and Petroleum

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