Changing the Game: Study quantifies global impact of local carbon-reduction efforts By Ruth Dusseault | Bay City News | July 22, 2025 Big results can happen when local communities become more energy independent.
climate change Controversial climate rule, which could raise gas prices, takes effect Tuesday in California By Alejandro Lazo | CalMatters | July 1, 2025 The new fuel standard is projected to reduce carbon dioxide-equivalent gases by 558 million metric tons through 2046.
Around Town Climate Corner Op-Ed: The truth about plastic recycling By City of Piedmont Climate Fellow Andrew Kaplowitz | June 27, 2025 City of Piedmont Climate Fellow Andrew Kaplowitz shines a light on what happens to your plastic recyclables after the blue bin.
California PG&E is hiring an executive bodyguard. Combat shooting experience required By Malena Carollo | CalMatters | June 23, 2025 The move raises questions about the threats it faces.
Environment Bay Area Air District raises cash incentive for drivers to retire their high-polluting vehicles By Katy St. Clair, Bay City News | June 17, 2025 Beginning on July 1, vehicles that are model year 2000 and older can qualify for the $2,000 buy-back.
Environment First Spare the Air alert of the year due to ozone issued in Bay Area for Friday By Dan McMenamin | Bay City News | May 29, 2025 People can find out when a Spare the Air alert is in effect by signing up for text alerts by texting “START” to 81757.
Bay Area June whiplash to come: Brief surge of record NorCal heat before sudden cooler/unsettled shift By Daniel Swain | Weather West | May 27, 2025 Piedmont should escape the worst of the heat, but a rapid warm-up is expected Thu-Sat in the East Bay.
climate change US Senate blocks California’s electric car mandate in historic vote By Alejandro Lazo and Alejandra Reyes-Velarde | CalMatters | May 22, 2025 Some experts say Congress’ move is illegal and is likely to trigger a legal battle.
climate change Should California’s climate budget pay for high speed rail and firefighters? Newsom’s new plan triggers fiery debate By Alejandro Lazo | CalMatters | May 19, 2025 The cap and trade proposal came as California faces a $12 billion budget deficit.
City Annual Design and Sustainability Awards to recognize 3 Piedmont homeowners for green home design By City of Piedmont | May 13, 2025 All are welcome to attend the Wednesday, May 14 event at Community Hall.
Bay Area Early fire season forecast fuels concerns about impact federal budget cuts could have By Caio Driver | Bay City News | May 6, 2025 Luckily, the Bay Area is less reliant on federal firefighters than many other parts of the state due to well-staffed local fire departments and Cal Fire.