EnvironmentStudy: California Drought Means Less Hydropower, More CO2 PollutionFebruary 9, 2016 | Ed JoyceA new study says California's four-year drought has reduced hydroelectricity generation, resulting in higher electricity costs to ratepayers and increased greenhouse gas pollution. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentEl Niño 'Takes A Break'February 5, 2016 | Ed JoyceJanuary brought above-average rainfall and snow to much of California, partly due to El Niño. But forecasters say the ocean warming condition is "taking a break" for the next week or longer. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentDrought Remains 'Very Serious' In CaliforniaFebruary 4, 2016 | Ed JoyceThe U.S. Drought Monitor says, other than a slight reduction in exceptional drought in the northern Sierra, it needs more time to assess impacts of the recent moisture on California's long-term drought. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornia Regulators Extend Water Conservation Rules; Make AdjustmentsFebruary 2, 2016 | Amy QuintonCalifornia regulators have made modest adjustments to water conservation requirements for cities. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentSnowpack 'Growing Nicely' In SierraFebruary 2, 2016 | Ed JoyceThe second measurement this winter of snowpack in the Sierra Nevada was 130 percent of average. State water officials say the snowpack will help reservoir recovery. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentWater Conservation Continues Downward SlideFebruary 2, 2016 | Amy QuintonCalifornia's water conservation rate dropped to 18 percent in December. But water regulators say the state continues to meet its long term goals. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentReservoirs Slowly Filling, Sierra Snowpack Above NormalFebruary 1, 2016 | Ed JoyceAfter four years of drought, January 2016 has brought above-normal rainfall to fill California reservoirs and much needed snowpack for spring and summer water supply. Now, the state needs Mother Nature to provide more. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentWinter Storm Brings Rain, Snow To SierraJanuary 29, 2016 | Ed JoyceA winter storm is forecast to bring mostly rain in the Sierra Nevada Friday, with high snow levels. But Saturday, snow is expected at lower elevations. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Environment‘Modest Dents’ In Long-Term California DroughtJanuary 28, 2016 | Ed JoyceThe U.S. Drought Monitor released January 28 says "slow and steady recovery" has reduced drought in California, with the trend "going in the right direction." Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentConservation Mandate Could Ease For Sacramento Water ProvidersJanuary 25, 2016 | Ed JoyceWater providers in the Sacramento region could see conservation requirements ease from the current statewide mandate. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
