EnvironmentCalifornia Dairy Turns Cow Waste Into PowerMay 19, 2016 | Amy QuintonCow waste on dairy farms accounts for about 45 percent of California's methane emissions. One dairy farmer in Elk Grove is turning that pollution into power. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Food and SustainabilityOutside Forward Landfill Near Stockton, A Garden Grows On Composted WasteMay 18, 2016 | Rich IbarraA garden with fruits and vegetables aplenty is growing alongside the largest landfill in San Joaquin County. Part of the waste collected for the dump goes into making that garden grow. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornia Drought: Too Soon To End Mandatory Conservation?May 11, 2016 | Ed JoyceOne water scientist says it may be too soon to end mandatory water conservation requirements in California and the state's surface and groundwater should be managed together. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Food and SustainabilityGrape Escape Back On After Last Year's CancellationMay 11, 2016 | Bob MoffittSacramento's "Grape Escape" event is back this year after a year off. The event showcases local wineries and chefs. It was canceled in 2015 because of warnings issued by the Department of Alcohol Beverage Control.
