Environment

WhatMatters

Oil transition puts California Democrats in a bind

As California transitions from fossil fuels, what happens to oil and gas workers? It's a challenge for Gov. Newsom and Democratic lawmakers.

By Emily Hoeven • January 26, 2022

Commentary

California’s wildfire warning and the action we need to take

With a huge investment to deal with wildfires and create healthy forests in California, we need to prioritize these four actions:

By Guest Commentary • January 24, 2022

Environment

Rewilding California: New $65 million preserve straddles north and south

The 112-square-mile Randall Preserve — a gateway between LA and the San Joaquin Valley — provides a haven for wildlife and a living laboratory for scientists.

By Julie Cart • January 20, 2022

Commentary

Funding desert conservation will help achieve climate goals

The program aims to provide funding to protect and conserve California's deserts, a large and incredibly biodiverse region.

By Guest Commentary • January 4, 2022

Commentary

The importance of California’s agricultural water supplies

We cannot accommodate serious discussion on the demand side of water questions without working on the supply side.

By Guest Commentary • January 3, 2022

Commentary

Do right by California’s tribes through the 30×30 conservation effort

Californians have an opportunity to begin to repair historic wrongs endured by the state’s tribes with a plan to protect the environment.

By Guest Commentary • December 16, 2021

Environment

Landmark California smog rules target lawn equipment, big rig trucks

California’s air board enacted two first-of-their-kind smog rules for trucks and lawn equipment. They’ll cost billions but cut tons of emissions.

By Rachel Becker • December 9, 2021

California Divide

A 50% coupon for one tool? Gardeners call California’s subsidy inadequate

California will ban most new gas-powered lawn equipment starting in 2024, but landscapers and gardeners warn the transition will cost them money and jobs. Industry officials say the technology isn’t ready for commercial use and called a $30 million incentive program for small operators inadequate. One state lawmaker who co-authored the bill says he’s open to more funding.

By Jesse Bedayn • November 24, 2021

Environment

Cars and trucks: How international climate promises compare to California’s mandates

Nations addressing climate change took on gasoline and diesel vehicles in pledges that mirror California’s mandates and plans — and in some cases, go even further.

By Rachel Becker • November 10, 2021

CalMatters en Español

Autos y camiones: cómo se comparan las promesas climáticas internacionales con los mandatos de California

En resumen Las naciones que abordan el cambio climático se enfocaron en los vehículos de gasolina y diésel con promesas que reflejan los mandatos y planes de California, que en algunos casos, van incluso más allá. Read this article in English.  Los países que se reunieron en la conferencia climática de las Naciones Unidas se comprometieron […]

By Rachel Becker • November 10, 2021