San Francisco, CA|News|
The Great Highway Sand Project Underway
In recent years, however, sand buildup has worsened due to climate change.
Environment and Climate Change
The latest news on the environment and climate change from Patch and its news partners.
Columbia, MD|News|
Feed The Green Bin Program Adds 4K Homes To Its Composting Service Area
Howard County's Feed the Green Bin program has added more than 4,400 houses to its composting service territory.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Beverly Hills, CA|News|
DoorDash Brings Reusable Delivery Containers To LA Restaurants
After you eat your food, a courier picks up the container, which is washed and sanitized before being used for another restaurant delivery.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Malden, MA|News|
Malden To Host Community Meeting On Formulating Climate Action Plan
The virtual meeting will be held on July 20 via Zoom.
Annie Sandoli, Patch Staff
Newton, MA|News|
Senator Stone Creem Sponsors Bill To Expand Climate Change Readiness
Senator Cynthia Stone Creem (D-Newton) has sponsored a bill to increase the Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP) program’s capacity.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
CA Part Of Landmark Drought Deal To Use Less Colorado River Water
Arizona, California and Nevada on Monday proposed a plan to significantly reduce their water use from the drought-stricken Colorado River.
Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa's Green Team Energized For Environment Ahead Of Earth Day
Tampa will celebrate Earth Day with the 13th annual EcoFest Saturday at the Museum of Science & Industry.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Medford, MA|News|
Over 200 Trees To Be Planted In Medford For 2023 Season
Dozens of different tree species will be planted to ensure the health and sustainability of the city’s tree inventory.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa International Airport To Showcase Green Initiatives In Honor Of Earth Day
The Earth Day exhibition is scheduled Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Main Terminal Event Space on Level 3.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Melrose, MA|News|
Melrose High School Students Launch Cafeteria Compost Program
The pilot program involves collecting food scraps and waste from the high school cafeteria’s kitchen and food prep areas in compost bins.
Annie Jonas, Patch Staff
Greater Alexandria, VA|News|
Cleanups Planned At Little Hunting Creek, Known For Litter Concerns
Little Hunting Creek, which has been affected by litter concerns over the years, will be the site of numerous upcoming cleanups.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Could The Ocean Slake California’s Thirst?
As California’s water crisis worsens, desalination of seawater is getting a new look as a potentially limitless source.
Seattle, WA|News|
Hotter Summers May Be The New Normal For Washington, New Report Finds
As Puget Sound looks to hit the 90s again this week, a new report finds hotter summers could become standard in the coming years.
Lucas Combos and Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Newark, CA|News|
7 Places To Recycle Used Motor Oil In Newark
In addition to the drop-off sites, here's how to arrange curbside pickup from Republic Services.
Bea Karnes, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
$3M Grant Will Fund New Fire Break In Walnut Creek
The Cal Fire grant will be used to create a shaded fuel break.
Bea Karnes, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|News|
Second Sand Dune Restoration Project Comes To Santa Monica
A second Santa Monica Beach Dune restoration project is coming to the north end of Santa Monica beach.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Seattle, WA|News|
AccuWeather's 2022 Summer Forecast Sees Less Dramatic Heat In WA
AccuWeather's summer outlook sees a cooler June for Puget Sound compared to the record-breaking heat of last year. Here are the takeaways.
Lucas Combos and Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Seattle, WA|News|
Another Hot Summer Ahead For Washington: Farmers’ Almanac
Seasonal predictions are rolling in for the summer, and they paint a sizzling portrait of what Washington may see in the months to come.
Lucas Combos and Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Seattle, WA|News|
WA Looks Back On 2021 Fire Season And Prepares For The Next
While fewer acres burned last year than in 2020, the total remained 125 percent higher than the 10-year average, a new report found.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Apple Valley-Rosemount, MN|News|
100 Worst Polluters In MN: 2 Rosemount Plants Make The List
A new report from the Star Tribune documents the 100 worst greenhouse gas polluters in Minnesota.
Morgan Reddekopp and William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
Burnsville, MN|News|
100 Worst Polluters In MN: 2 Burnsville Plants Make The List
A new report from the Star Tribune documents the 100 worst greenhouse gas polluters in Minnesota.
Morgan Reddekopp and William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
Seattle, WA|News|
Puget Sound Spring Outlook: Slightly Cooler With Average Rain
Washington is one of the few places in the United States that could see cooler-than-normal temperatures this spring. Here's what to know.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Climate Change Threatens California Almond Crop: Study
The $6 billion annual California almond crop accounts for 80 percent of the world's almond exports.
Bea Karnes, Patch Staff
Marina Del Rey, CA|News|
Fiji Way Gates Open At Ballona Wetlands
You can now access part of the Ballona Wetlands Ecological Reserve.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Seattle, WA|News|
Here Are The Coldest Days Of The Year In Puget Sound
New maps from federal climatologists chart the average coldest days of the year across the country, based on data from the last 30 years.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Manhattan Beach, CA|News|
Manhattan Beach Fights Sea-Level Rise With Dune Project
As climate change hits coastal regions, Manhattan Beach has a plan to increase resilience to sea-level rise and erosion.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Northfield, MN|News|
Northfield Joins 15 MN Cities, Declares Climate Emergency: Report
The 16 cities hope this will urge legislators to take action.
Morgan Reddekopp, Patch Staff
Fremont, CA|News|
Free Organic Gardening Webinar For Fremont Thursday
The webinar will focus on controlling weeds without using toxic substances.
Bea Karnes, Patch Staff
Palos Verdes, CA|News|
Rancho Palos Verdes Beach Reopens After Massive Raw Sewage Spill
Millions of gallons of untreated sewage seeped into a local channel, prompting health officials to close LA and OC beaches on New Years Day.
Nicole Charky and Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Northfield, MN|News|
Northfield Partners With Nokomis Energy: Report
The two announced that they are working together to create a Clean Energy Transition Plan.
Morgan Reddekopp, Patch Staff
Seattle, WA|News|
'Keep Washington Evergreen' Plan Aims To Conserve WA Forests
A plan unveiled by the Commissioner of Public Lands would preserve a million acres of forest and reforest another million acres by 2040.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
400 Toxic Sites In CA At Risk Of Flooding By 2100: Report
Rising sea levels could inundate hazardous facilities by the end of the century, exposing vulnerable communities to toxic chemicals.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Marina Del Rey, CA|News|
Blue, Bioluminescent Waves Return To Los Angeles Beaches
Have you seen the blue, bioluminescent waves?
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
San Diego, CA|News|
SD Releases Draft Plan To Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions By 2035
Officials said San Diego has decreased greenhouse gas emissions by 25 percent since 2010.
Apple Valley-Rosemount, MN|News|
View The 'Impaired Waters' In The Apple Valley-Rosemount Area
There are 2,904 polluted water bodies in the state, according to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency.
Morgan Reddekopp and William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
Burnsville, MN|News|
View The 'Impaired Waters' In The Burnsville Area
There are 2,904 polluted water bodies in the state, according to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency.
Morgan Reddekopp and William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
Mendota Heights, MN|News|
View The 'Impaired Waters' In The Mendota Heights Area
There are 2,904 polluted water bodies in the state, according to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency.
Morgan Reddekopp and William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
Northfield, MN|News|
View The 'Impaired Waters' In The Northfield Area
There are 2,904 polluted water bodies in the state, according to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency.
Morgan Reddekopp and William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
Eagan, MN|News|
View The 'Impaired Waters' In The Eagan Area
There are 2,904 polluted water bodies in the state, according to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency.
Morgan Reddekopp and William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
Palos Verdes, CA|News|
California Oil Spill: Researchers Examine Potential LA Damage
The Orange County oil spill left several questions for lifeguards and researchers. Here's what they know so far.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
