3. Research and Education Themes..................................................................... 9

3.a. Background........................................................................................ 9

3.b. Priority Program Areas......................................................................... 11

3.b.i. Buildings and Homes: Energy Efficiency and Conservation........................ 11

3.b.ii. Energy Supply, Sources, and Technologies.......................................... 12

3.b.iii. Governance, Policy, and Management............................................... 14

3.b.iv. Climate Forecasts and Analysis........................................................ 15

3.b.v. Quality of Life: Health and the Environment......................................... 16

3.b.vi. Measurement, Informatics, and Analytical Infrastructure........................ 18

3.b.vii. Education, Technology Transfer, and Product Development................... 19

4. Research and Education Program Budget ....................................................... 20

5. The University of California - Overview............................................................ 21