Environment

Commentary

Another vague decree from Newsom

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has issued another sweeping order on climate change but again, it lacks specificity.

By Dan Walters • October 12, 2020

WhatMatters

Why California had rolling blackouts: mainly, poor planning

Two months after Gov. Gavin Newsom called for an investigation into California’s first rolling blackouts in nearly two decades — during which time residents were twice warned that blackouts could return — a group of key state agencies released their preliminary findings. The findings raise serious questions about the ability of California’s electrical grid to […]

By Emily Hoeven • October 9, 2020

Commentary

Legislation will provide environmental justice to protect communities from toxics

The Legislature took an important step in protecting environmental justice communities from toxic waste; now it’s the governor’s turn.

By Guest Commentary • September 24, 2020

Reader Reactions

Healing California’s rivers will take more than just water

Science has taught us that a more holistic approach leads to better results for the health of California's rivers and their fish populations

By Guest Commentary • September 20, 2020

Reader Reactions

California’s energy future must be shaped by facts, not fears

The interests of oil and gas companies are focused on a sustainable energy future that supports the health of our people.

By Guest Commentary • September 16, 2020

Commentary

A greater sense of urgency needed for crises at the Salton Sea

Progress on mitigating the crisis at the Salton Sea has been dismal, even though millions are available to suppress toxic dust and restore habitat.

By Guest Commentary • September 15, 2020

Commentary

Desal project on Monterey Peninsula would improve water supply, environment and economy

John F Kennedy, speaking in 1962, said: “If we could produce fresh water from salt water at a low cost, that would indeed be a great service to humanity, and would dwarf any other scientific accomplishment.” And today, we are there. The Monterey Peninsula Water Supply Project, which will be before the California Coastal Commission […]

By Guest Commentary • September 14, 2020

Environment

‘Debate is over,’ California’s governor says. ‘This is a climate damn emergency.’

As more than two dozen fires still rage, Newsom stands amid charred parkland, vowing to ratchet up the state’s ‘inadequate’ plan to cut carbon emissions.

By Rachel Becker • September 11, 2020

Capitol

There’s no catch: Legislation would have provided more protections for fish

AB 3030 could have been another shining example for California to lead in science-based marine protection and environmental justice.

By Guest Commentary • September 10, 2020

Commentary

Water recycling project fits needs on Monterey Peninsula better than proposed desalination plant

State agencies should not approve the desal proposal, and instead allow the Monterey region to focus on a recycled water solution.

By Guest Commentary • September 8, 2020