Climate & Environment

Your October electric bill may be lower than usual. Here’s why

Millions of customers will get the California Climate Credit — if they get service through certain utility providers.

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Fiber optic cables could revolutionize earthquake detection and monitoring

Many large earthquakes strike beneath the ocean, where the lack of sensors makes quick warnings difficult.

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Survived a fire? Supported others in an earthquake? Burbank library wants to hear your stories

Library officials say the event can be an opportunity to process, connect and feel heard, especially in the wake of January’s devastating fires.

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California lawmakers wanted to get tough on data centers. Here’s what survived

Lawmakers were mostly thwarted this year in trying to crack down on data centers to protect water supplies and California electricity rates.

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LA Zoo announces the birth of two chimpanzees, a first in over a decade

The little ones are doing well and bonding with their mothers, according to caretakers.

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After-action report finds 'outdated, unclear and contradictory' alerts hampered Eaton Fire evacuations

The critical findings are part of long-awaited after-action report was released Thursday. It contains recommendations for increasing emergency staffing and updating old systems.

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Used EVs have never been cheaper. But are they a good deal?

The price gap between used electric and gas cars is now just $900 — that's the lowest ever.

A Volkswagen ID.4 electric vehicle charges via a fast charger in Torrance, Calif., on February 23, 2024. A federal program to fund fast chargers across the U.S. has been on pause for six months, but the Trump administration is now restarting it.

SoCal to see cool weather the next few days

Temperatures are now starting to dip after a hot, muggy spell.

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Need money to help retrofit your home against earthquakes? Time is running out

Register for California's Earthquake Brace and Bolt program before Oct. 1. Rental properties are eligible this year.

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Talking to a door-to-door solar sales rep? Beware of these red flags.

Door-knocking is common in the solar industry and not well regulated. Being informed can protect you from predatory tactics.

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