EnvironmentWorking Outdoors Brings 'Beat The Heat' StrategyJuly 30, 2015 | Ed JoyceTriple digit heat has many people staying cool inside. But outdoor workers don't have that option. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentDrought Tightens Grip In Western U.S. As Wildfires SpreadJuly 30, 2015 | Ed JoyceThe above-average rains of the past week did not ease drought conditions or improve reservoir storage in California. The drought expanded in other parts of the western U.S.
EnvironmentSacramento Valley Ozone Levels 'Unhealthy For Sensitive Groups'July 29, 2015 | Ed JoyceOzone levels have reached 'unhealthy' levels in Sacramento and surrounding counties due to triple digit heat and lack of wind.
EnvironmentCalifornia Wildfires Occurring At Higher ElevationsJuly 24, 2015 | Amy QuintonA new study shows climate change may be fueling high-elevation fires. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornia Drought: ‘Spooky’ Water Supply FutureJuly 24, 2015 | Ed JoyceThe California Department of Water Resources released a video this week and suggested that the state faces a scary future and potential fifth year of drought. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornia Drought: Recent Above-Average Rain No HelpJuly 23, 2015 | Ed JoyceThe "well above-average" rain of the past three months in California has not brought any improvement to drought conditions in the state.
EnvironmentBrown Appoints Panel To Review California Rules For FrackingJuly 22, 2015(AP) - Gov. Jerry Brown says he's created a panel to study how California should monitor hydraulic fracturing for oil.
EnvironmentMore Wildfires In California But No 'Mega Fires'July 22, 2015 | Ed JoyceThere's been a significant increase in the number of wildfires this year in California. But the size of the fires has been relatively small. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Environment$400,000 Rebate For Light Swap At 9 Sacramento-Area SchoolsJuly 20, 2015 | Ed JoyceA major change in lighting for one school district means a one-time energy rebate of $400,000. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentBrown To Speak At The Vatican This WeekJuly 20, 2015 | Ben AdlerGov. Jerry Brown is at the Vatican this week. He’s scheduled to speak Tuesday at a symposium on climate change and human trafficking hosted by the Vatican’s Pontifical Academy of Sciences.
