EnvironmentReport: California Has Nation's Dirtiest AirApril 20, 2016 | Ed JoyceThe American Lung Association "State of the Air 2016" report gives failing grades to communities in the Central Valley's farming region and the Los Angeles area. It also says climate change is a growing threat to air quality in California. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
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.
EnvironmentCalifornia Drought Improves; 2015 Warmest Year On RecordJanuary 21, 2016 | Ed JoyceFrequent storms have brought more improvement in drought conditions in California over the past week, with snowpack conditions above normal. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentWildfire Smoke, Heat Creates Unhealthy Air In San JoaquinSeptember 10, 2015 | Ed JoyceAir quality 'unhealthful for sensitive groups' in the San Joaquin Valley due to ozone, wildfire smoke and dust. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
