State GovernmentCalifornia Toxics: Out of state, out of mindFebruary 12, 2023A CalMatters investigation finds that environmentally stringent California sends nearly half its toxic waste across its borders, often to states with weaker rules. One of the biggest out-of-state dumpers: the state’s own hazardous waste watchdog.
USDA tightening organics certification regulations to reduce label fraudFebruary 11, 2023 | Randol WhiteThe USDA sets guidelines for which foods can be labeled “certified organic.” This week, it announced a series of new, tighter regulations, aimed at closing loopholes that previously allowed non-organic ingredients into products labeled organic. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentLaw banning drilling near California community areas put on hold, sent to votersFebruary 6, 2023 | Manola SecairaShortly after the law was passed, oil and gas industry leaders launched a referendum effort aimed at repealing it. It will appear on the November 2024 ballot. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentHow a new law is bringing more attention to natural carbon sequestrationFebruary 6, 2023 | Manola SecairaEnvironmental advocates have criticized California’s reliance on carbon-capturing technologies in its plans for carbon neutrality. This law aims to bring more focus to natural alternatives. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornia, other states reach impasse over Colorado RiverFebruary 2, 2023Despite a federal deadline today, California — the largest user of Colorado River water — has refused to cut back as much as six other states proposed in a new plan today. Imperial valley growers have the most to lose.
EnvironmentCalifornia snowpack levels soar after back-to-back atmospheric riversFebruary 1, 2023 | Manola SecairaResearchers at Phillips Station near Lake Tahoe recorded a snow depth of 85.5 inches on Wednesday — almost double the average of what’s typically recorded at that location for February.
