State GovernmentCalifornia Utilities Want To Charge Your Electric Car, Boost Stagnant Power DemandDecember 14, 2016 | Ben BradfordDemand for electricity in the United States isn’t growing like it used to, and that has power companies looking for new avenues to make money. California utilities want to supply power to electric cars. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornia Sets First-In-The-Nation Energy Restrictions On ComputersDecember 14, 2016 | Randol WhiteMandatory energy restrictions on computers and monitors will go into effect in California starting in 2018, possibly setting a standard for the rest of the nation.
State GovernmentCapitol Park Gets Drought-Inspired RetrofitDecember 14, 2016 | Ben AdlerThe grounds around the California state Capitol building are getting a makeover as the drought moves into its sixth year – and yes, it’s a “lead-by-example” thing. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentGovonor Brown Asks President Obama To Permanently Ban New Offshore Oil and Gas DrillingDecember 13, 2016 | Randol WhiteA letter sent by Gov. Jerry Brown on Tuesday asks President Obama to permanently extend a temporary ban on new oil and gas drilling off the West Coast.
EnvironmentStudy: California Should Leave National Flood Insurance ProgramDecember 13, 2016 | Amy QuintonA new analysis by UC Davis scientists shows California would be better off running its own flood insurance program, rather than participating in the National Flood Insurance Program. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentMethane Emissions Growing Faster Than Any Other Time In Past Two DecadesDecember 12, 2016 | Amy QuintonCalifornia regulators are meeting this week to discuss plans to cut methane emissions 40 percent by 2030. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentLake Tahoe Likely To Spill Into Truckee River Later This WeekDecember 12, 2016 | Randol WhiteA pair of storms headed into California this week will likely push Lake Tahoe above its natural rim. Scientists with the National Weather Service say Thursday's system is predicted to pack the biggest punch.
EnvironmentCalifornia, Trump Administration Will Clash Over Environmental PolicyDecember 12, 2016 | Amy QuintonLegal experts expect a significant political clash between California and the federal government when it comes to environmental policy under President-elect Donald Trump’s administration. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezAir Resources Board Sets Goals for 2017December 12, 2016Capital Public Radio's state government reporter Ben Bradford talks with Mary Nichols, chair of California’s ARB, about the future of cap and trade. They also discuss fighting climate change under the Trump Administration. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Air Resources Board Chair Sounds Off On New EPA HeadDecember 8, 2016 | Ben BradfordCalifornia's top pollution regulator says her agency is not changing its approach to climate change and air regulation due to the election of Donald Trump and his nominee for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
