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California Enacts New Climate Rules — which Could Boost Gas Prices
Experts don’t know how much gas prices may rise from the revised California climate program, which tightens standards and gives incentives for low-carbon fuels. The board ordered an annual review of the cost impacts.
Here We Go Again: California Prepares to Battle Trump Over Environmental Policies
A lot is at stake with the new Trump administration: California’s water projects, its unique authority to clean its air, federal support for offshore wind and disaster aid for wildfires.
From The Sacramento Bee...
Proposition 4 $10 Billion Climate Bond Passes
Learn more about how the just-passed $10 billion climate bond measure will fund resiliency projects across the state.
A Century Later, Salmon Again Spawning in Klamath River After Dams Removed
Sixty years ago, I was a reporter for the Klamath Falls (Oregon) Herald and News and with my family lived in a small house on the Link River, which flows out of Upper Klamath Lake, draining a large portion of the Cascade mountain range.
From Daily Democrat...
Yolo Bird Alliance Offers November Field Trips
Sign up for the Yolo Bird Alliance field trips on November 2 and 10 with experts to view local and migrating birds.
Is a New Plan for Delivering Delta Water Worse Than Trump’s Rules? Environmentalists Say Yes.
Growers support a federal and state proposal for operating California’s massive systems that send river water south. But it could harm more salmon and other endangered fish.
First California Project to Bury Climate-Warming Gases Wins Key Approval
Capturing and storing carbon underground is a big part of California’s efforts to tackle climate change but community members and environmentalists say it prolongs the life of fossil fuels.
Environmental Rebate Explained
How to apply rebate as part of the recent $80 million state program to electrify homes.
Report on Cache Creek Cleanup
A look at the cleanup held on September 21 at the Cache Creek Nature Preserve.
Heat Pump Replacement Voucher Program Launces
A new incentive program has been launched by the Yolo-Solano Air Quality Management District to assist homeowners to make the transition to electric heat pumps.
From Los Angeles Times...
California "30x30" Conservation Efforts Make Progress
The California state goal to conserve 30% of its land and coastal waters has advanced, with conserved lands reaching 25% and coastal waters 16%.
From Winters Express...
Applications Open for Fall OneCreek Seasonal Restoration Technician Program
Applications are being accepted for paid part-time positions with the Putah Creek Council’s OneCreek Seasonal Restoration Technician Program.
From CapPublicRadio...
Local Youth Demonstrate for Climate in Downtown Sacramento
Dozens of young people held a demonstration on August 17 in downtown Sacramento to protest the banking industry's contribution to the escalating effects of climate change.
Recology Davis Partners With Meals on Wheels Yolo County
Recology Davis and Meals on Wheels Yolo County are collaborating on a five month pilot project to reduce waste in packaging and promote recycling.
California Seeks Biden Administration Approval for Controversial Diesel Truck Ban
The EPA must grant a waiver before the diesel truck measure can be implemented. It’s one of California’s most controversial measures to clean up air pollution and greenhouse gases.
Yolo County: Know Your Landfill
Learn more about how the Yolo County landfill works hard to divert as much refuse and trash into recycling and other secondary use programs.
California Lawmakers Negotiating Sweeping Package to Speed Up Solar, Wind Energy
Legislators and Gov. Newsom are working behind the scenes to draft energy legislation before the end-of-the-month deadline.
Local Farm Focuses on Native Species
Hedgerow Farms in Yolo County specializes in cultivating native plants for seeds to be used in land restoration.
California Has Just Approved a New Blueprint for Offshore Wind. The Massive Projects Will Cost Billions
Harnessing clean energy is a venture of unprecedented scope in California, bringing big changes to Humboldt and the Central Coast, and requiring 26 ports along the coast.
‘Nothing Will Be Protected’ — Why California Environmentalists Oppose a ‘Green’ Energy Bill
Nearly every major environmental group in California opposes a bill that would modify the state’s signature environmental law to speed up upgrades to power lines. Supporters say it would help free the state from fossil fuels and make the grid more reliable, but opponents fear it would damage state parks.
Active Fire Season Forecasted
With multiple fires already burning in the state, forecasters predict the coming fire season will be "very active."
Suit Filed Over Yolo County I-80 Freeway Improvement Project
Two environmental groups have filed a lawsuit claiming an inadequate environmental analysis was undertaken for the Yolo 80 Corridor Improvements Project by CalTrans.
California Wants to Be Carbon-Neutral by 2045. What Does That Mean for Its Big Economic Drivers?
California’s governor, Gavin Newsom, flew more 6,000 miles to Rome this month to deliver a brief speech on climate change at a Vatican-sponsored conference.
California Climate Programs Would Lose Billions in Newsom’s Budget
As funds for climate change programs are cut, Democrats and environmentalists are pushing for a bond measure on the ballot to restore some funding.
Sacramento City Council Approves Electric Appliance Plan
In its May 14 meeting, the Sacramento City Council unanimously approved a plan to encourage residents and businesses to replace gas appliances with electric.
From Davis Enterprise...
I-80 Project EIR Released
The environmental impact report for the Yolo Interstate-80 Corridor Improvements Project has been released by CalTrans.
Chuckwalla National Monument Would Protect Swath of California Desert and Preserve a Sacred Land
Indigenous Californians want President Biden to establish a national monument in a stretch of desert that is both an ecological wonder and a window into their cultures.
Who Killed CA Utility Bill Legislation?
A bill to rein in a proposed monthly fee on California electric bills would let California’s largest for-profit utility companies charge customers $24 per month — with fees as low as $6 for lower-income customers — as a kind of membership fee for the power grid.
As Salmon Are Released Into the Klamath River, Tribal Leaders See a 'Symbol of Hope'
California has released 500,000 salmon into the Klamath River. As dams are removed, the fish will be some of the first to return to a free-flowing river.
A Plan to Change Your Utility Rates Is Dividing California Environmentalists. Here’s Why
The California Public Utilities Commission will consider on May 9 a new proposal that would change how Californians pay for electricity.
California Sets Nation’s First Water Standard for Cancer-Causing Contaminant
Water suppliers say the costs will be massive, with rates increasing for many consumers. Known as the “Erin Brockovich” chemical, hexavalent chromium is found statewide.
From The California Aggie...
City of Davis Acquires Farmland for Agriculture Conservation
The City of Davis has contributed Measure O open space funding for an agricultural conservation easement on 120 acres of local farmland.
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