Lawmakers Want Change In Governor's Cap-And-Trade FocusFebruary 9, 2017 | Ben BradfordA contingent of California Assembly members and environmental groups argue the state’s main greenhouse gas reduction program, cap-and-trade, doesn’t do enough to benefit low-income communities, who are often disproportionately affected by pollution. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentAppeals Court Hears Challenge To California's Cap-And-Trade ProgramJanuary 24, 2017 | Amy QuintonA California appeals court heard a legal challenge Tuesday to the state’s signature effort to combat climate change, the cap-and-trade program. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentGovernor Brown Extends California's Climate Change LawSeptember 8, 2016 | Amy QuintonCalifornia Governor Jerry Brown has signed legislation to extend the nation's most ambitious climate change law by another 10 years. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentLatest Cap-And-Trade Auction Generates Just $8 MillionAugust 23, 2016 | Amy QuintonCalifornia's latest carbon auction has brought more bad news for Governor Jerry Brown's landmark programs fighting climate change.
State GovernmentBrown Administration Proposes Another 10 Years Of Cap-And-TradeJuly 13, 2016 | Ben BradfordCalifornia air regulators have proposed new rules that would extend the state’s signature climate change program by another decade--and likely add fuel to a smoldering dispute between the Brown administration and business groups. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornia Governor Looks To Extend Climate-Change EffortsJuly 11, 2016(AP) — California Gov. Jerry Brown has launched a campaign to extend some of the most ambitious climate-change programs in the country and ensure his environmental legacy when he leaves office in two years.
Some Pumps To Display Cap And Trade CostsJuly 5, 2016 | Steve MilneSome California gas stations may soon be displaying controversial new stickers on their pumps, next to the labels about federal, state and local sales taxes. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornia Considers Expanding Cap-And-Trade To Prevent Global DeforestationApril 28, 2016 | Amy QuintonCalifornia is considering allowing companies in its greenhouse gas reduction program to offset carbon emissions in exchange for added protection of tropical forests. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentRestored Wetlands in California May Be Source Of Greenhouse GasesApril 13, 2016 | Amy QuintonA new study shows in some cases restored wetlands can be a source of greenhouse gas emissions. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezA Look At California's Climate Change StrategyJuly 20, 2015Is California's climate strategy the best policy? That question is central to a new report from the non-profit digital news outlet CALmatters. Reporter Kate Galbraith joins Insight. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
