How children picture scientists these days
What does a scientist look like? Do you picture a lab coat? Safety goggles? Maybe a microscope? More children today are drawing something different. Meteorologist Vianey Arana reports.
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Sierra Snow outlook
NBC Bay Area Chief Meteorologist examines how climate change is impacting snow in the Sierra.
Watch: Campaign to recognize Great Barrier Reef
People around the world are signing their support to recognize the Great Barrier Reef in Australia with a special award, as the natural wonder of the world battles the impacts from climate change.
Transitioning to electric vehicles
Meteorologist Vianey Arana provides a breakdown on how the transition to electric vehicles has grown across the United States.
Emeryville artist tells the story of disappearing kelp
If there is a central ingredient in Ann Holsberry’s art, it’s not paints or brushes, the silk tapestries or the innovative chemical systems she uses to craft her unique art. It’s nature.
California wastes 2.5 billion meals every year. Here's how to prevent food waste
California sends 2.5 billion meals to the landfill every year – a huge waste and climate problem. Recirculate is helping people prevent that.
California expands electric school bus fleet as federal freeze paused efforts elsewhere
California is spending $500 million to put an additional 1,000 electric school buses on the road as federal cuts and freezes paused efforts in other states to replace aging diesel-fueled fleets that are more polluting.
Watch: The history and purpose of Earth Day
Earth Day is meant to spark a conversation and inspire action to help improve and tackle our Climate in Crisis. The chief creative and content officer for earthday.org talks about its history.
What sea level rise could mean for the Bay Area
Chief Meteorologist Jeff Ranieri shows you how much the Bay Area sea level could rise into the year 2100 and potential impacts. Plus, what action we can keep doing now that will help us in the future.
San Francisco awards grants to climate-focused startups
San Francisco is awarding grants to small companies willing to build in a sustainable way. The San Francisco Chamber of Commerce’s Yes SF program has awarded grants to 12 climate-focused startups. NBC Bay Area business and tech reporter Scott Budman takes a closer look at the initiative and startups helping fight our climate in crisis....
Moms Clean Air Force fights back against air pollution
They’re a million strong and a force to be reckoned with.
Earth Day activities around the Bay Area
Several events are scheduled around the Bay Area to draw attention to the climate crisis.
A closer look: Bay Area whale deaths
With our changing climate: what’s going on with the whales? Four dead whales recently washed ashore in the Bay Area in the span of a month. Raj Mathai speaks with UC Santa Barbara professor Doug McCauley on this.
San Francisco hosts third annual Climate Week
San Francisco is an environmental leader on the global stage and this week, it’s hosting one of the largest climate gatherings worldwide.
New study paints gloomy picture of climate change's impact on commercial fishing
A new study of some of California’s most commercially significant aquatic species paints a grim picture for the future of the state’s fishing industry under the growing threat of climate change.
Ailing ocean: What's behind harmful algae bloom
It’s one of the most widespread ocean toxicity events in years for portions of coastal California, and scientists say they are expecting more impacts to sea birds, dolphins and sea lions before conditions begin to improve. Meteorologist Rob Mayeda reports.
Watch: Former ‘Glee' star takes on new role of eco-activist
Actor Heather Morris, who played Brittany on the hit show “Glee,” is taking on a bigger role to focus more on the environment. She shared tips with NBC Bay Area on what to look out for to protect Earth.
Sneaker wave danger likely to increase due to climate change
Dangers from sneaker waves and storm-driven surf are likely to increase due to the planet’s warming climate. The rate at which sea levels are rising is increasing, with a half-foot rise by 2024. NBC Bay Area’s Rob Mayeda helps explain the likely impacts.
