Climate tech conference gets underway in Silicon Valley
At a tech conference taking place in San Jose, the focus is on using technology to help the climate crisis. Scott Budman reports.
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Push to roll out safer, electric school buses
Progress is being made when it comes to cleaner and safer school buses, and California is leading the way. Meteorologist Vianey Arana reports.
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Climate change's impact on fall foliage
The changing leaves during the fall make for a picturesque view, but seasonal changes are being impacted by our changing climate. Meteorologist Vianey Arana reports.
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49ers doing their part to reduce emissions at Levi's Stadium
The San Francisco 49ers lead the league in reducing our carbon footprint, from the recycled materials used to build Levi’s Stadium to the food grown on a rooftop garden there. A team executive explains the 49ers’ sustainability commitment.
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Removing carbon from the atmosphere
A new yellow powder created by scientists at UC Berkeley could be the key to removing as much carbon dioxide from the air as trees. Meteorologist Vianey Arana reports.
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Bay Area weather outlook: What to expect this winter
Meteorologist Vianey Arana breaks down the extended view for the winter outlook across the United States.
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Warmer ocean temperatures fuel storms, data shows
Following two historic hurricanes, Helene and Milton, there is research that could shed light on why we’re seeing stronger storms. The Scripps Institution of Oceanography has taken data samples of the temperature and chemistry of the ocean along the California coast, including just offshore of San Francisco. Meteorologist Kari Hall reports. -
San Mateo climate rally this weekend
This weekend, people have an opportunity to learn more about climate change and make an impact during a rally on the Peninsula.
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How Hurricane Milton strengthened so quickly
Meteorologist Rob Mayeda explains how Hurricane Milton in the Gulf of Mexico quickly strengthened into a monster Category 5 storm.
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‘Sip, return, repeat' cups help Petaluma move on from single-use plastic
A first-of-its-kind reusable cups program in Petaluma is helping the city to study how it can move away from single-use plastic and towards a system that’s better for the planet.
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Weather-related power outages on the rise
According to Climate Central, there is a rise in weather-related power outages across the United States. Meteorologist Vianey Arana reports.
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What to know about coral bleaching and how it impacts Earth
In a warming planet, coral reefs are being impacted at an alarming rate. Meteorologist Vianey Arana reports.
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National Weather Service upgrades its radar systems
In order to keep up with the atmosphere, the National Weather Service recently completed an upgrade to its weather radars. Meteorologist Vianey Arana reports.
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First EV charging outpost opens for Yosemite visitors
There’s a new option for electric vehicle owners who travel long distances to visit Yosemite National Park, with the first charging outpost by Rivian located in Groveland, about 25 miles outside of the park. Kari Hall reports.
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Climate in Crisis: Company helps you recycle
How much of your trash actually makes it into the recycling bin? A company is now offering an easier way to get rid of your items so they don’t end up in the landfill. Vianey Arana reports.
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Climate in Crisis: 40th annual coastal cleanup
This weekend, grab some friends and family to volunteer and make our coastline even more beautiful.
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Heat-tolerant and drought-resistant plants
As our world warms moving forward, extreme heat could put the resources we use for cooling at risk.
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California Prop 4: $10 billion bond would address climate change issues
As California faces a future of impacts due to a changing climate, state voters will be asked to put up billions of dollars to aid that effort through a new climate bond on the November ballot.
