Constraints on new and small businesses are threatening Silicon Valley’s innovation and global competitiveness, said a panel of experts at today’s 2012 State of the Valley Conference.
Tech sector sees growth, but panel warns communities face social and economic threats Read More »
This week’s Peninsula Report focuses on difficulties of owing a home in the South Bay. Reporters look at rising homelessness rates in East Palo Alto, and the surprising items left in foreclosed homes in Santa Clara County.
Home foreclosures and homelessness the topics on Peninsula Report radio show (PODCAST) Read More »
Facebook employees had reason to celebrate Wednesday, after the company filed its initial public offering at $5 billion. The delivery trucks leaving Facebook headquarters were evidence of a company party.
At Facebook, signs of celebration and newfound wealth (PHOTOS) Read More »
This week’s show examines which organic produce is worth the extra cost, how the end of redevelopment agencies will effect South Bay city renovations, and the ways in which Gloria Steinem’s visit to Stanford this week brought gender politics to the forefront.
Join Peninsula Press reporters on KZSU’s newest radio show, The Peninsula Report. The first show aired Friday and featured a discussion of topics from around the South Bay. Listen to the podcast now!
Peninsula Press reporters appear on new radio show (PODCAST) Read More »
The United States generates more than 21 tons of food waste annually, and some of it is not compostable. A Stanford earth science student examines the garbage disposal versus the landfill to determine the most eco-friendly disposal route.
Not all food waste can go to the compost pile. What’s the greenest alternative? Read More »
Organic fruits and vegetables may be better for health and the earth, but they can take a toll on the grocery bill. According to the environmental experts, only some organics are worth the extra money.
Is organic produce worth the extra money? Only in some cases, experts say Read More »
Thousands of flowers will adorn Thanksgiving tables today, but according to Stanford earth science students, many professional and store-bought arrangements are grown with heavy pesticides and may not make for eco-friendly centerpieces.
Beauty with a price – Thanksgiving flower arrangements may not be eco-friendly Read More »
In this month’s Sound Advice for a Green Earth column, a Stanford science student recommends do-it-yourself ways to save on energy bills and seal drafty homes and apartments.
As cold weather sets in, Stanford science student takes on drafty homes and apartments Read More »
