Incoming storms expected to bring trash, debris to Ocean Beach and other waterways
It was the calm before the storm at San Francisco's Ocean Beach on Friday.
It was the calm before the storm at San Francisco's Ocean Beach on Friday.
Refineries agree to obey Bay Area pollution laws, a win for public health
Calling it a landmark victory for public health with historic penalties, the Bay Area Air Quality Management District has etched a new and necessary approach to dealing with refinery pollution, perhaps as a model for the nation.
Calling it a landmark victory for public health with historic penalties, the Bay Area Air Quality Management District has etched a new and necessary approach to dealing with refinery pollution, perhaps as a model for the nation.
Here are the top 10 deadliest national parks, according to research
The serene landscapes of our national parks feature a plethora of mountainous landscapes, pristine beaches and lush forests, but there are some deadly risks associated with visiting. Outdoor clothing brand KÜHL looked at different criteria and came up with a list of the top 10 deadliest national parks.
The serene landscapes of our national parks feature a plethora of mountainous landscapes, pristine beaches and lush forests, but there are some deadly risks associated with visiting. Outdoor clothing brand KÜHL looked at different criteria and came up with a list of the top 10 deadliest national parks.
Tesla to pay $1.5 million for improperly disposing hazardous waste at its facilities
Prosecutors say Tesla illegally disposed of hazardous waste at its car service centers, energy centers, and its factory in Fremont.
Prosecutors say Tesla illegally disposed of hazardous waste at its car service centers, energy centers, and its factory in Fremont.
Consultant unveils Martinez refinery report addressing Thanksgiving 2022 chemical release
An independent consultant said Thursday there were several main factors contributing to the release of up to 24 tons of chemicals at the Martinez Refining Company on a day in 2022.
An independent consultant said Thursday there were several main factors contributing to the release of up to 24 tons of chemicals at the Martinez Refining Company on a day in 2022.
States with plastic bag bans prevented billions of bags from being used, report says
The report, Plastic Bag Bans Work, noted that bans in just five locations in the U.S. cut single-use plastic bag consumption by about 6 billion bags per year.
The report, Plastic Bag Bans Work, noted that bans in just five locations in the U.S. cut single-use plastic bag consumption by about 6 billion bags per year.
Recology opens $35M advanced recycling center in Santa Rosa
Though the Bay Area has always been a leader in recycling, it can now boast one of the most high-tech mass recycling facilities in the nation, owned by employee-owned Recology in Santa Rosa.
Though the Bay Area has always been a leader in recycling, it can now boast one of the most high-tech mass recycling facilities in the nation, owned by employee-owned Recology in Santa Rosa.
Plastic washing up on San Francisco beaches has filthy source
Beachgoers are encountering all kinds of trash along beaches in San Francisco and it turns out it’s not from littering.
Beachgoers are encountering all kinds of trash along beaches in San Francisco and it turns out it’s not from littering.
John Kerry to step down as Biden admin climate czar: report
U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry is reportedly planning to leave the White House in the coming months and join President Biden's presidential campaign.
U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry is reportedly planning to leave the White House in the coming months and join President Biden's presidential campaign.
2024 is the year of the double cicada emergence, a 'simultaneous explosion of bugs'
“If for 2024 you had the simultaneous explosion of green teenage bugs all across North America on your bingo card, you are in for a treat."
“If for 2024 you had the simultaneous explosion of green teenage bugs all across North America on your bingo card, you are in for a treat."
Microplastics found in 16 proteins sampled in study, including plant-based alternatives
A new study found microplastics in nearly 90% of proteins sampled, including plant-based meat alternatives.
A new study found microplastics in nearly 90% of proteins sampled, including plant-based meat alternatives.
Boy Scouts hold annual Christmas tree collection in San Ramon
Some local Boy Scout troops assisted folks in the East Bay with discarding their Christmas trees the right way on Saturday morning.
Some local Boy Scout troops assisted folks in the East Bay with discarding their Christmas trees the right way on Saturday morning.
Court: Berkeley cannot enforce its ban on natural gas
The city of Berkeley lost its latest legal battle to enforce a ban on natural gas pipes in new construction.
The city of Berkeley lost its latest legal battle to enforce a ban on natural gas pipes in new construction.
Flaring at Chevron refinery under investigation
Bay Area officials are investigating complaints about flaring at the Chevron refinery in Richmond on New Year's Eve.
Bay Area officials are investigating complaints about flaring at the Chevron refinery in Richmond on New Year's Eve.
Scientists ID mystery killer of decapitated seals found on California beaches
Scientists have cracked the case of scores of decapitated seals found on northern California beaches since 2016.
Scientists have cracked the case of scores of decapitated seals found on northern California beaches since 2016.
Health officials conduct surprise inspection at Martinez refinery after flaring, hazardous spills
Health officials conducted a surprise inspection at an oil refinery in Martinez on Tuesday in response to a series of recent incidents.
Health officials conducted a surprise inspection at an oil refinery in Martinez on Tuesday in response to a series of recent incidents.
Here’s how you can recycle your Christmas trees after the holidays
There are a couple of options available to dispose of your Christmas tree, and here’s what you need to know.
There are a couple of options available to dispose of your Christmas tree, and here’s what you need to know.
Recycling Christmas wrapping paper: Tips for your leftover holiday packaging
With piles of shiny Christmas paper, bows, boxes, and gift bags, some may be left wondering how to dispose of all the remnants.
With piles of shiny Christmas paper, bows, boxes, and gift bags, some may be left wondering how to dispose of all the remnants.
Spare the air alert issued, banning wood burning in Bay Area
The Bay Area Air Quality Management District is banning the burning of wood and other solid fuel for Tuesday in the region via a Spare the Air alert.
The Bay Area Air Quality Management District is banning the burning of wood and other solid fuel for Tuesday in the region via a Spare the Air alert.
Iceland volcano: Photos, video show powerful eruption in display of Earth's power
The town of Grindavik was evacuated in November after strong seismic activity damaged homes and raised fears of an imminent eruption.
The town of Grindavik was evacuated in November after strong seismic activity damaged homes and raised fears of an imminent eruption.