Environmental
Governor Newsom Announces Plans for CEQA Reform
After years of frustration from Californians, Governor Gavin Newsom has announced his long-awaited CEQA reform.
Read MoreNewsom Rolls Back Drought Restrictions Following Stormy Winter
Following a record-breaking California winter, Governor Newsom has announced he will roll back many drought restrictions.
Read MoreNewsom Signs Bill that will Penalize Potential ‘Price Gouging’ at the Pump
Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a bill that would address price gouging at the gas pump following record-high gas prices.
Read MoreGov. Gavin Newsom puts CEQA Reform on his Agenda
California Governor Gavin Newsom has announced that he will work towards reforming CEQA this year following a court case over UC Berkeley student housing.
Read MoreCalifornia Snowpack on Pace to Break Records
The state’s snowpack is averaging 190% of the normal it receives at this time of year. This is a stark change from the past three years when it was the lowest on record.
Read MoreDepartment of Water Resources Increases Allocation of Resources to 30%
The Department of Water Resources has announced that the State Water Project will increase its allocation of resources from the initial 5%.
Read MoreHow does the Recent Rain in California Affect the Drought
To start the new year, California has seen intense storms across the entire state. Northern California has experienced the worst of it, resulting in flooding and landslides.
Read MoreMetropolitan Water District of Southern California Declares Regional Emergency over Drought
The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California has declared a regional emergency due to continued drought conditions.
Read MoreCalifornia Releases Plan to Phase out Diesel Trucks by 2040
In a new proposal from the California Air Resources Board, the sale of diesel trucks would be banned in 2040.
Read MoreLA City Council to Propose New Building Electrification Ordinance
The Los Angeles City Council is preparing to present an ordinance that would significantly change the electrification of new buildings.
The proposed ordinance will mandate decarbonization through electrification for all new buildings as of April 1st, 2023.
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