State GovernmentRegulators Accuse Fiat-Chrysler Of Polluting Like VWJanuary 12, 2017 | Ben BradfordAir regulators have found another 14,000 vehicles on California roads that they say violate state pollution standards. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Air Resources Board Chair Sounds Off On New EPA HeadDecember 8, 2016 | Ben BradfordCalifornia's top pollution regulator says her agency is not changing its approach to climate change and air regulation due to the election of Donald Trump and his nominee for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
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 Regulators Reject VW Recall PlanJanuary 12, 2016 | Ben BradfordThe cars emit up to 40 times the federal limit for nitrogen oxide, but contain software that allows them to pass emissions tests.
State GovernmentBrown Gives Legislature Some Influence On Air Resources BoardOctober 8, 2015 | Ben AdlerThe state agency leading California’s efforts to fight climate change has drawn criticism from lawmakers of both parties for having too much unchecked authority. Today, Governor Jerry Brown took a small step toward addressing that concern. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentTop California Air Official Backs New EPA Ozone LimitOctober 2, 2015 | Ben BradfordOne of California's top air quality regulators endorses a new federal smog standard, which has angered environmental groups. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentState Board Plans Deep Climate Emissions CutsSeptember 30, 2015 | Ben BradfordThe Air Resources Board has released a plan to drastically reduce some lesser known air pollutants that cause climate change. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Rice Growers Could Help Reduce Greenhouse GasesDecember 18, 2014 | Amy QuintonRice growers in California and elsewhere may soon have an incentive to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentEPA Calls For New Ozone Pollution RulesNovember 26, 2014 | Amy QuintonThe Obama Administration wants to cut the levels of smog-forming pollution.
