Climate & Environment

Santa Clarita Neighborhood Under Invasive Fruit Fly Quarantine

First ever for this specific species in the Western Hemisphere

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LA's Urban Forestry Goals Go Beyond Planting Trees. Here's How To Get Involved

Some of these goals came out of L.A.'s Green New Deal and included things like planting tens of thousands of new trees, significantly increasing tree coverage, and increasing urban forestry funding. All these things seem fairly straightforward, but it's more complicated than you might think.

A person lays down under the shade of a tree at Griffith Park in Los Angeles.

Are Cooling Materials A Solution To Fight Urban Heat?

Cool materials can help in certain situations, but they're just one tool in adapting to a hotter normal.

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Topanga Canyon Fire: A Small Fire Is Quickly Under Control

The Owen Fire was initially spreading at a decent clip but a strong response got it under control.

Big Carmakers Unite To Build A Charging Network And Reassure Reluctant EV Buyers

A lack of fast chargers for road trips is a major deterrent for would-be electric vehicle purchasers. In response, big automakers are following Tesla's playbook — and teaming up in an unusual way.

Electric vehicles of varying makes sit and charge at a charging station during a cloud-covered day.

The Hidden Cost Of California’s Hot Workplaces: 20,000 Job Injuries A Year

A workers comp study says one day above 100 degrees can cause 15% more accidents, costing workers and employers millions. A new advisory panel may help the state improve its work heat rules.

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Your SoCal Weather Report For July 24 - 28: Cool For Now, More Heat To Come Later This Week

Several heat advisories are in effect until Friday.

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Can The Power Grid Keep Up With Worsening Heat And Fewer Fossil Fuels?

We're still at the start of the transition, which means a lot of fine lines to walk. But the science is clear: the long-term benefit outweighs the cost.