California wants millions of heat pumps. High power bills might get in the way By Ben Christopher and Alejandro Lazo | CalMatters | February 23, 2026 The state aims to install six million heat pumps in homes by 2030.
California Facing ‘extinction vortex,’ California grants new protections to some mountain lions By Rachel Becker | CalMatters | February 12, 2026 Officials declared Central Coast and Southern California mountain lions threatened under the state’s endangered species act.
Environment West Oakland BART lot closes partially as preparations begin for transit village project By Andres Jimenez Larios | Bay City News | February 12, 2026 Construction is expected to begin in the second half of 2026 and will close an estimated 300 spaces out of the 440 at the station.
California Trump scraps a cornerstone climate finding, as California prepares for court By Alejandro Lazo | CalMatters | February 12, 2026 California is preparing to sue — and may try to write its own rules.
Bay Area Soaking rain expected across Bay Area through midweek By Gabe Agcaoili | Bay City News | February 10, 2026 Clear skies expected again on Thursday.
Bay Area ‘Little death bombs’: Illegal cannabis farms poison California’s forests. Who’s cleaning them up? By Rachel Becker | CalMatters | February 9, 2026 An environmental research group sounds the alarm on lasting consequences of pollution on public land.
Around Town Nominate a Piedmont Heritage Tree By The City of Piedmont | February 6, 2026 Do you have a favorite tree in Piedmont’s parks and public spaces? Let the city know!
climate change California spends billions based on this pollution tracker. Who benefits from its latest update? By Alejandra Reyes-Velarde | CalMatters | February 6, 2026 CalEnviroScreen helps determine which communities get environmental grants.
climate change California’s instant EV rebates would require automakers to match state funds By Alejandro Lazo | CalMatters | February 3, 2026 New budget language lays out how Newsom plans to structure a $200 million electric vehicle rebate program.
Bay Area Shake, rattle and roll: Quake swarm near San Ramon jangles nerves By Bay City News and Exedra Staff | February 2, 2026 The largest jolt, at magnitude 4.2, was felt around 7 on Monday morning.
City Nominate a neighbor to be recognized for sustainable home improvements By City of Piedmont | January 27, 2026 Nomination deadline is February 18; awardees will be recognized at the city's Design Awards Gala on April 15.