Environmental News

A curated set of environmental news stories brought to you by the Gottlieb Native Garden team.

Solar farms are often bad for biodiversity — but they don’t have to be

Yes, we can have solar energy and turtles, too.

‘Water supply alert’ issued for Southern California in response to drought

Metropolitan Water District’s declaration calls for a voluntary reduction in use, but mandatory restrictions could arise in the future.

Nonprofit teaches land­scapers and gardeners benefits of water-efficient native plants

Growing up in Los Angeles, Perez has always had a passion for plants and spending time outdoors, even working as an outdoor guide. But he took it to a whole new level this year after enrolling in a program that trains landscapers and gardeners to identify, grow and manage native plants.

California Drought: More Wild Animals Feeding In Backyards As Plants Dry Up In East Bay Parks

Within the East Bay Regional Parks it means wetlands and ponds are drying up and a lot of the native plants and trees are dying which takes a big toll on wildlife.

Ways to save water during the drought — and whether it’s worth doing at all

Letting the faucet run while you wash your face wasn’t what got us into the drought, so not doing that won’t singlehandedly get us out of it.

Inside the political battle to preserve a sprawling national forest in California

The proposed Range of Light National Monument could be a conservation game-changer.

Help your garden weather the heat

Most vegetables and native plants can withstand a periodic heatwave, but once the soil dries out in the top few inches, all plants can feel the stress.

EDUCATION: THE FIRST STEP IN MANAGING INVASIVE PLANTS

Education is the first step for managing invasive plants using non-toxic methods. Here is a helpful list of resources that can help you on your learning journey.

Get ready to pay more for tomatoes, as California growers reel from extreme weather

Tomato growers are feeling the squeeze: Low inventory, pandemic hoarding and now extreme drought

Environmentalists sue to block demolition of the California Capitol annex

An environmental group said Friday it is suing several state agencies to block the demolition of the California Capitol annex, a warren of executive and legislative offices on the east wing of the statehouse that is scheduled to be overhauled in the next four years.