Clean energy advocates see Imperial as an ideal place for solar farms and battery projects that can help solve the West’s energy and water crises ... Show more
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California is preparing to defend itself — and the nation — against Trump 2.0: California officials are dusting off the playbook that made them a bulwark against ...
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The home insurance market is crumbling. These owners are paying the price: The home insurance market is crumbling in New Orleans, leaving Alfredo Herrera with ...
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Quick Glance: Rising Premiums: Challenges in the Home Insurance Market
- The home insurance market in New Orleans is crumbling, leading to rising premiums. Alfredo Herrera, a local bank employee, faced difficulties after his insurer canceled his coverage. This situation is attributed to climate change and the more frequent and severe weather extremes it causes.
- Many homeowners in Louisiana and other vulnerable areas have had similar experiences. The increasing insurance costs are due to higher expenses for insurers, including severe storms and higher replacement costs. This results in even homeowners in less risky areas paying higher premiums.
- In some areas, insurers have stopped issuing policies due to climate change, resulting in limited options for homeowners. Additionally, rising costs for home replacements and challenges in obtaining insurance have led some homeowners to forgo insurance coverage.
- Rising premiums are burdening homeowners like Diana Troxell in California, who are struggling to cope with significant premium increases. The situation has led to financial difficulties for some homeowners, forcing them to resort to state-supported insurance plans to obtain coverage.
Over half of world's largest private firms fails to set net-zero emissions targets
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Atmospheric rivers could pound California with more extreme rain: Despite considerably back-to-back rainy winters in California, new research finds the region ...
latimes.com/environment/story/2024-04-25/atmospheric-rivers-could-pound-california-with-more-extreme-rain
California to wrap up Exxon plastics probe 'in weeks', AG says: California will conclude a two-year investigation into Exxon and the fossil fuel industry's role ...
reuters.com/sustainability/climate-energy/california-wrap-up-exxon-plastics-probe-in-weeks-ag-says-2024-04-23/
Arbor Day tree-planting isn't the climate fix it's cracked up to be: In California and beyond, responsibly managing and conserving mature forests is far more ...
latimes.com/opinion/story/2024-04-26/arbor-day-tree-planting-climate-change-california-forests
Insurers' climate alliance relaunches after member exodus: A global insurance coalition intended to help curb the sector's greenhouse gas emissions has ...
reuters.com/sustainability/climate-energy/insurers-climate-alliance-relaunches-after-member-exodus-2024-04-25/
Investigate PG&E and California Public Utilities Commission: Readers also comment on Biden, climate change and the protest that blocked the Golden Gate Bridge.
sfchronicle.com/opinion/letterstotheeditor/article/pge-rates-climate-change-gaza-protests-19416842.php
Deadly West Portal crash not a good reason to redesign nearby streets: Readers also comment on climate change, S.F. jail staffing and the Golden Gate Bridge ...
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California wineries are obsessed with Marco Simonit: Napa Valley wineries like Shafer and Spottswoode have partnered with Marco Simonit, a scientist ...
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Erosion doesn't stop new construction: US coastal residents' properties are crumbling away
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Music lovers may experience cold- and flu-like symptoms after attending Coachella
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Climate change threatens California’s beloved state parks. Here’s how we can save them | Opinion
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Plan for new California water goals outlined by Gov. Newsom: California Gov. Gavin Newsom has released new a plan outlining state goals for improving water ...
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Opinion: California has to conserve water. Why is Sacramento dragging its heels?: The state water board knows California is facing a hotter, drier future ...
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Scientists alone can’t win fight against climate change: Chronicle readers also comment on a lawsuit against Stanford, the Israel-Gaza war and Sutter Health.
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Slow EVs that don't kill anyone? Autopia should be everywhere: Remove the noxious fumes from Disneyland's Autopia, and you have a pretty great driving ...
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Quick Glance: Electrifying Autopia: Slow EVs That Don't Kill Anyone?
- Remove harmful fumes from Disneyland's Autopia for an enhanced driving experience.
- Autopia showcases potential for better car choices and environmentally friendly travel.
- Disneyland plans to electrify Autopia with slow, fun, and electric vehicles.
- Suggestions for all-electric cars, solar panels, and an inspiring attraction name.
California doubles State Water Project allocation : The Department of Water Resources doubled its forecasted allocation from 15% to 30% due to strong winter ...
latimes.com/environment/story/2024-03-23/california-doubles-state-water-project-allocation
Quick Glance: World Water Day: Global Stories of Water Crisis
- Worldwide, people are struggling with basic needs due to dried-up rivers and contaminated water.
- Human-induced climate change exacerbates water scarcity for 2.2 billion people globally.
- From Peru to Indonesia, Morocco, California, Kenya, and India, individuals share their challenges in accessing clean water.
- Scarcity, pollution, and depletion of water sources affect communities in Lima, Jakarta, Ras el Ma, Corning, Makueni County, and Bawal.
California's plentiful snowpack is no reason for celebration: The relationship between snowfall and climate change is not as simple as it might first appear.
latimes.com/environment/story/2024-04-06/californias-snowpack-is-no-reason-for-celebration
What to expect if you’re expecting a plug-in hybrid: Official estimates may oversell the vehicles. Here’s what you should know if you’re considering one.
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California is a hot spot for a potent, untracked greenhouse gas: Sulfuryl fluoride can last in the atmosphere for around four decades and potentially contribute ...
sfchronicle.com/climate/article/greenhouse-gas-emission-california-19379362.php
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Extreme Rainfall Set To Break Los Angeles Record: The Californian city is on track to have the wettest two-year period on record, meteorologists say ...
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The winners and losers of the wine industry from climate crisis: Some wine producers will need to relocate to higher altitudes if businesses are to survive ...
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California’s Highway 1 road conditions will only get riskier, experts say: Chunk of famed route crumbled into sea causing another closure, and conditions are ...
theguardian.com/us-news/2024/apr/01/california-highway-1-risks-problems
Of Life And Lithium - Why The “White Gold” Rush Won’t Save This Planet| Countercurrents
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Watch: Visitors say goodbye to Stumpy, a cherry blossom tree that will be cut down soon
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Gas War: California Brings Stellantis to Heel: Stellantis has agreed to adhere to California emission policies, including requirements to make two-thirds of ...
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America’s four most polluted national parks are all in one state: The four national parks with the highest ozone levels are all in California ...
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America’s four most polluted national parks are all in one state: The four national parks with the highest ozone levels are all in California ...
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Editorial: Chiquita Canyon Landfill's toxic fumes show the danger of continuing to dump our trash
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