Santa Clara County Environment Articles

AS YOU DRIVE through the Central Valley, it is hard to miss the iconic California Aqueduct, which moves millions of gallons of irrigation water through a large canal in the middle of the state. The canal is visible because it’s …

By channeling funds to a number of nonprofits working on various issues in a given region, community foundations help solve big problems throughout California.

“April showers bring May flowers” —A proverb meaning unpleasant things can ultimately lead to a positive outcome.

The California Environmental Quality Act, CEQA, is the state’s signature environmental legislation, and is also often named as the villain in the state’s housing shortage. But the story may not be that simple.

California stands as America’s agricultural powerhouse, growing half of its fruits and vegetables. Here’s how California farming has shaped the state, from the early missions to today’s “factories in the field.”

As the first blooms of spring adorn Morgan Hill, we invite you to be part of the 42nd Annual Wildflower Run, a cherished tradition offering participants of all ages and abilities a family-friendly, healthy and fun activity, among scenic routes, …

“One man’s rubbish may be another man’s treasure.” —Hector Urquhart

Three prominent Cupertino government buildings are set to switch to green energy as the city warms up to the idea of solar power.
The Cupertino City Council voted 3-2 Feb. 4 to install solar panels at the Quinlan Community Center, …

Trump backs Newsom's Delta plans in a big way, but are the President's sweeping anti-environmental orders so broad that the Governor and other California leaders...

Karen Noryko had not lived in Mountain View for long before she started to notice a lot of items that she wanted to recycle were not eligible for curbside pickup outside her home.
So, Noryko looked into options other than …

Santa Clara has paused its ban on natural gas in new buildings and is looking for other ways to lower its greenhouse gas emissions.
The Santa Clara City Council voted 5-2 Tuesday to suspend the city’s ban on natural gas …

What does it mean when firefighters call a fire "contained?" Here's a brief guide to commonly used fire prevention terminology.

An inspirational creature card with a message of ‘fortitude, endurance, and badassness.’

By Dan Bacher Gavin Newsom continued his “California Jobs First” tour last week with a press event at a farm in Colusa in the Sacramento Valley where the...

While taking responsibility for managing hazardous and biological waste, county officials today said private contractors – not hospital employees – had been hired to handle hazardous and medical waste identified by the DA.

Last week, as the country’s attention was transfixed on the manhunt for the person who gunned down a health insurance executive—which resulted in an outpouring of personal stories about patients being mistreated by the nation’s medical care system—the Santa Clara …

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is proposing protection for one of the nation's most beloved species the monarch butterfly and is encouraging the public to be part of its recovery. The Service is seeking public input on a proposal …

Leaders across the West Valley are pushing for a greener future in one of the country’s most polluted areas, but it could be more challenging after a controversial ruling on the use of gas.
Campbell and Los Gatos recently explored …

Seacliff State Beach was obliterated by storms in 2023. California State Parks is mobilizing the public to reimagine its future.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – California's 30×30 goal was a topic at the Sierra Nevada Alliance Conservation Conference held at Lake Tahoe Community College, Nov. 7-8. In 2020, California Governor Gavin Newsom committed the state to conserving 30% of lands …