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Examining how California is responding to climate change.

An inside look into the people and politics of state government.

A window into health in California.

Monday, March 16, 2009 | Listen to the program

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The New Gridlock, Part 1: The Promise

Los Angeles may be facing a new kind of gridlock; not on the road, but on the electrical grid. Utilities racing to meet a goal of 20 percent renewable energy have sparked a 'green rush' in the remote deserts of southeastern California. But getting that clean power to population centers is tricky at best. Reporter: Rob Schmitz

More: Multimedia Map: Explore the people, places, and power plants featured in the series.

Multimedia Map: Explore the people, places, and power plants featured in the series.

End Music: "Fruit Fly: Overture" by H.P. Mendoza from "Fruit Fly: Soundtrack" (CAAM)

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