Environmentalists hope the discovery of the rare birds will boost public interest in the site, as officials complete its transformation from a former Air Force station laced with toxic chemicals.
Rare Purple Martin birds — and locals — return to Mount Umunhum outside San Jose Read More »
The city has set an ambitious goal to reuse 100 percent of its wastewater by 2022, and officials say the current drought highlights the need to look at long-term water supply challenges.
San Jose looks to bolster conservation efforts amid historic drought Read More »
The school district is uprooting sprinkler-reliant lawns, implementing composting and recycling and adopting more energy conscious habits in its push to reduce its carbon footprint and save money.
Palo Alto’s push to green schools bears fruit Read More »
California state grants aimed at multiplying electric vehicle chargers have proved helpful for many EV drivers in the Bay Area over the past couple years. But not everyone is reaping the benefits at home.
Electric vehicle charging not so easy for some Bay Area renters Read More »
Even amid a historic drought, officials are planning for future sea level rise that could eventually bring extensive flooding, beach and bluff erosion and water contamination to the county’s coastlines.
San Mateo County’s coastal communities prepare for sea’s steady rise Read More »
A new law makes it illegal for retail establishments to provide single-use plastic bags and allows the Cupertino stores to charge a dime for paper bags.
Cupertino becomes latest Bay Area city to crack down on plastic shopping bags Read More »
Community members involved in the conservation of the coho salmon explain why they work hard to preserve this ancient fish.
Salmon swim against currents of change along the coast Read More »
A workplace shooting put Cupertino’s Lehigh Southwest cement plant in the national headlines in 2011. Now the plant is taking criticism for the harsh effects producing cement can have on the environment.
Cupertino’s Lehigh cement plant and quarry criticized for mercury emissions Read More »
On the Peninsula Report radio show, Samantha Larson takes us touring to the Antarctic – with a dose of concern over tourism’s possible impact on the climate. Also on the environmental watch, Hannah Donaghe introduces us to a coral reef that’s been a climate change survivor. And David Perez gives an update on the possible closure of