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California Commission Backs Spadefoot Conservation, Clean Energy
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Fusion42 · 21 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
The California Fish and Game Commission adopted regulations enabling qualifying solar projects to proceed while protecting the western spadefoot frog under the California Endangered Species Act (CESA). The commission also listed Morro manzanita as threatened and is evaluating multiple marine protected area petitions and sport fishing regulation amendments.
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The California decision to allow solar projects with habitat protections opens a legal path for clean energy developers juggling endangered species compliance. You must map out new habitat plans now to secure project approvals and avoid delays.
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