Newsom Pledges Support for Clean Energy Projects & Faster Permitting
California Gov. Gavin Newsom pledged Thursday to continue efforts to speed up permitting for clean energy projects across the state....
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May
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May
Newsom Unveils Plan in Richmond for State to Use 100 Percent Clean Energy by 2045
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Thursday unveiled his administration's updated plan to quicken the pace of California's full abandonment of the fossil fuel industry....
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May
With the Aid of Legislation, Richmond Plans to Hold Polluters Accountable
AB 617 gave heavily polluted areas, including Richmond-San Pablo, support to clean their air, which was discussed at Tuesday's Richmond City Council meeting....
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May
Clean Transportation Could Reduce Disproportionate Harms of Air Pollution
Minimizing air pollution is a public health and equity issue, and clean transportation could play a role in addressing this problem....
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Apr
Jane Fonda Discusses Her Lifetime of Acting & Activism
The California Endowment hosted a discussion with the 85-year-old actress Jane Fonda on April 11 to discuss her lengthy and still ongoing activism career....
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Apr
Contra Costa Refineries’ Water Pollution Goes Largely Unchecked
Waste dumping by oil refineries including Chevron Richmond causes high levels of water pollution, endangering people and wildlife....
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Apr
New Report Says California Cities Make Up Some of Nation’s Most Air Polluted Areas
The Bay Area, Los Angeles and Bakersfield continue to have some of the worst air pollution in the U.S., according to the American Lung Association....
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Apr
State Makes Progress in Protecting Californians From Climate Change
California has made strides in its efforts to protect people from the devastating effects of climate change, according to a progress report released Wednesday....
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Mar
With Climate Change, Comes More Potential Complications for People with Lupus
Heat waves and wildfires, worsened by climate change, exacerbate cardiovascular and respiratory issues and make managing chronic illnesses more difficult....
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Feb
Pittsburg Looks to Add Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Pittsburg City Council on Tuesday unanimously approved a resolution to apply for funding for electric vehicle charging stations....
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Jan
State Water Officials Create Interagency Drought Planning Task Force
Though the recent storms has improved California's drought conditions, state water leaders are preparing for the inevitable dry season soon to come....
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Dec
Seats Available on County Sustainability Commission
The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors is accepting applications from county residents for the Contra Costa County Sustainability Commission....
07
Dec
Clean Energy Board Will Need New Richmond Representative
MCE, which provides renewable energy to electricity customers around the Bay Area, will need a new Richmond board member after Mayor Tom Butt leaves office....
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Nov
Thriving Garden in Bay Point Serves Community
Jasmine Cisneros has helped revitalize and maintain the Ambrose Community Garden, increasing access to healthy food in Bay Point....
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Nov
Finding Balance As More People Visit East Bay Parks
Members of the East Bay Regional Parks District spoke last month about how people can enjoy nature without straining wildlife or resources....
