EnvironmentWill California Gas Leak Mark A Turning Point In Energy Debate?February 10, 2016A massive methane leak may soon end, but its environmental impact is still being weighed. A scientist says it won't have a big effect globally, but it's a setback in efforts to curb greenhouse gases.
EnvironmentCalifornia Among Top States In LEED RankingsJanuary 27, 2016 | Ed JoyceThe U.S. Green Building Council says California ranked seventh in the country for LEED building. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentBiomass Power Could Help California's Dying ForestsDecember 30, 2015 | Amy QuintonCalifornia's dying trees create a huge wildfire risk. Can biomass power help solve the problem? Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
New California Laws 2016New Law Gives Californians "Right to Dry"December 29, 2015 | Amy QuintonYou may not think hanging clothes to dry outside would be a controversial topic, but you’d be wrong. A new law taking effect in January will allow Californians to have clotheslines in backyards. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentStudy: Cal-ISO, PacifiCorp Electric Transmission Grid Merger Saves MoneyOctober 13, 2015 | Ed JoyceThe creation of a regional electric transmission grid for six western states, including California, has moved a step closer to reality. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
UC Davis Students Design Solar Home For FarmworkersSeptember 21, 2015 | Lesley McClurgUC Davis students are competing against 20 other universities in the U.S. Department of Energy's Solar Decathlon. The most cost-effective, energy efficient solar powered home will win. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentSolar Project Planned At Former California Nuclear Power Plant SiteSeptember 10, 2015 | Ed JoyceThe site of a former nuclear power plant in northern California will now be used to provide solar energy. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Electricity Rates May Rise For SomeJuly 3, 2015 | Katie OrrElectricity rates will be going up for some Californians. The California Public Utilities Commission approved a new rate structure Friday. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentFirst Zero-Net Affordable Apartments Open In WoodlandJune 29, 2015 | Amy QuintonThe city of Woodland is opening its doors to the first zero-net energy, low-income apartments in the nation. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Public Pensions May Be Forced To Divest Coal Company AssetsJune 25, 2015 | Katie OrrCalifornia’s public pension plans would not be allowed to make new investments in coal companies under a bill in the California Legislature. They would also be required to liquidate any current investments. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
