‘Don’t Look Up’ illustrates 5 myths that fuel rejection of science
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The recently released disaster feature is a Hollywood primer on willful misunderstandings of climate science.
California
California to implement nation’s first recycled content rules for plastic bottles
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The goal is to wean Californians off dependency on new plastics.Around Town
Rain to return this week
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Much of the Bay Area remains decidedly soggy after heavy rainfall earlier this week.Bay Area
Latest round of storm activity puts focus on debris flows in fire-scarred areas
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More commonly dubbed mudslides, debris flows can be dangerous and even life-threatening.Climate
Commentary | Will Piedmont build an all-electric pool?
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Garrett Keating says it's worth stretching to pay for a state-of-the art pool design.Around Town
A wet, cold weekend is in store
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Rain, freezing temperatures, and snow in the mountains are all expected this weekend.Bay Area
State water board could set mandatory drought restrictions by early next year
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Enforced by local water agencies, residents found to be wasting water could face fines.Bay Area
Landmark California smog rules target lawn equipment, big rig trucks
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New garden equipment must be manufactured under zero-emission standards, but residents and workers can continue to use and repair their gas-powered equipment.Around Town
Alameda County signs on to ordinance aimed at reducing food waste in landfills
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Implementation of the law for food retailers and distributors begins in January, with a longer phase-in period for schools, restaurants and several other large facilities.Bay Area
Four San Joaquin Valley groundwater plans deemed inadequate
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State officials tells powerful agricultural districts their plans don't address how over-pumping could harm local communities’ drinking water supplies.California
