We’ve complained about nauseous smells in Long Beach coming from the harbor, the cement factories, and the dreaded petroleum refineries for some time. After years of complaints, AQMD is investigating the recurring stench.
Tag: California
America’s Pledge — To Stop Global Heating
The United States is now the only country in the world not committed to the carbon reduction goals announced in Paris at the COP21 climate change summit in 2015. But … [Read full article]
California Wildfire Damage Already Over $3.3 Billion In 2017
There’s been more than $3.3 billion in insured losses caused by the wildfires in California so far this year, with the figure expected to rise, the California Department of Insurance … [Read full article]
California Signs Agreement With China To Boost Green Technology Development
California Governor Jerry Brown this week signed an agreement with China’s Minister of Science and Technology that will strengthen ties between the two and increase cooperation on the development of green technology.
Walk This Way: MicroActivist Leads Kids on California Beach Cleanups
One kid decided that he would become an activist to save the oceans. He’s enlisted other kids to clean California’s beaches as a way to make a difference.
Energy Storage Mandate In Massachusetts
A new law will now provide Massachusetts with the third US energy storage mandate. Look for storage legislation to gain favor in the upcoming years. “Irrespective of the eventual target, … [Read full article]
New Report Released On How California Cities & Counties Are Meeting AB 2188 Requirements
A new report has been released on how cities and counties in California are fulfilling this state’s AB 2188 requirements to adopt expedited permitting processes for residential solar installations. Specifically, … [Read full article]
Mayor Garcetti & Port Of Los Angeles To Announce New Clean Air Initiatives On July 12th, 2016
If you are in Los Angeles and are up for some vital community activity and fresh ocean breezes, we received a press release of cleantech highlights being presented next week at the … [Read full article]
California Regulators Update Renewable Energy Interconnection Rules
As reported by UtilityDIVE, California has approved an update to its distributed resource interconnection rules. The updated rules are expected to provide developers with more certainty about cost of bringing … [Read full article]
PG&E Commits $1 Million To Solar-Powered Habitat For Humanity Homes
Originally published on CleanTechnica.com Habitat for Humanity homes are a remarkable support to families. Pacific Gas & Electric Co. (PG&E), the leading utility with rooftop solar in the nation, deserves more … [Read full article]
Net Metering Equal Access Bill 2339 Passes California Committee
Regardless of location, California state customers are soon expected to have more net metering equal access for rooftop solar. Assembly bill 2339 has passed the State Assembly Utilities & Commerce … [Read full article]
DOE To Provide Over $9 Million In Funding For Indian & Alaska Native Community Clean Energy And Energy Efficiency Projects
In a boost for clean energy, the US Department of Energy will provide funding for 24 American Indian and Alaska Native communities to deploy clean energy and energy efficiency projects. In today’s … [Read full article]
Aliso Canyon Natural Gas Well Blowout Was The Largest Methane Leak In US History, According To Study
The recent natural gas well blowout in Aliso Canyon, California, was the largest methane leak in US history, according to new research from the University of California–Davis, the National Oceanic … [Read full article]