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    Jun 10, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  1. Winners in harsh battle for Klamath River water claim their rights

    Some southern Oregon ranchers will have to reduce or completely shut down irrigation in the parched Upper Klamath Basin this summer as a result of a historic assertion of water rights by other users in the region. On Monday, several groups, including...

    Tags: Environmental Issues, Conservation, U.S. Congress, Wildlife

    2. Jun 10, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  2. U.S. oil and gas reserves up by a third, new report says

    WASHINGTON -- Reserves of oil and gas that can be developed using current technology are 35% greater in 2013 than in 2011, according to a new report by the Energy Information Administration, the research branch of the Energy Department.
    WASHINGTON -- Reserves of oil and gas that can be developed using current technology are 35% greater in 2013 than in 2011, according to a new report by the Energy Information Administration, the research branch of the Energy Department. The rise in...

    Tags: Energy Resources, Environmental Issues, Conservation, Petroleum Industry, Upstream Oil and Gas Activities

    3. May 30, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  3. Farmers turn to drip-tape irrigation to save water

    RIVERDALE, Calif. — Last year, the federal government gave farmer Dan Errotabere half of the water it had awarded him the previous year to cultivate his 5,200 acres. But he still managed to reap a yield as much as 25% higher.
    RIVERDALE, Calif. — Last year, the federal government gave farmer Dan Errotabere half of the water it had awarded him the previous year to cultivate his 5,200 acres. But he still managed to reap a yield as much as 25% higher. "I've got to do...

    Tags: Watertown, Environmental Issues, Conservation, Water Supply, Apple iPad

    4. May 20, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  4. Alaska governor launches bid to measure oil in Arctic refuge

    For decades, war has been waged over the holy grail of America's Arctic frontier, the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. The wide coastal plain on the edge of the Beaufort Sea contains stunning populations of caribou, grizzly, musk oxen and other wildlife -- and also an abundant pool of oil and gas.
    For decades, war has been waged over the holy grail of America's Arctic frontier, the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. The wide coastal plain on the edge of the Beaufort Sea contains stunning populations of caribou, grizzly, musk oxen and other wildlife...

    Tags: Environmental Issues, Conservation, U.S. Congress, Petroleum Industry, Government

    5. May 10, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  5. What do we spend to preserve nature? $40 billion

    Some say that you can’t put a price on precious natural resources. As of this week, you can.
    Some say that you can’t put a price on precious natural resources. As of this week, you can. The public and private tab for conserving the nation’s fish, wildlife and natural resources is close to $40 billion a year, according to a study...

    Tags: Energy Resources, Environmental Issues, Conservation, Natural Resource Industry, Agriculture

    6. May 8, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  6. California's burning season

    This week, on Facebook, someone posted one of those preprinted witticisms that vie with cute kittens for the attention of people sharing stuff: "I don't know where YOU live, but the weather here is somewhere between bipolar and psychotic this year."
    This week, on Facebook, someone posted one of those preprinted witticisms that vie with cute kittens for the attention of people sharing stuff: "I don't know where YOU live, but the weather here is somewhere between bipolar and psychotic this year." I...

    Tags: Environmental Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Fires, Methamphetamine (drug)

    7. Apr 28, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  7. Sen. Boxer finds herself at odds with environmentalists

    WASHINGTON — Barbara Boxer has long been one of the Senate's environmental champions, racking up perfect scores for each of the last five years on the League of Conservation Voters' report card on key votes.
    WASHINGTON — Barbara Boxer has long been one of the Senate's environmental champions, racking up perfect scores for each of the last five years on the League of Conservation Voters' report card on key votes. But the Californian now finds herself...

    Tags: Everglades, Environmental Issues, Human Interest, Conservation, Democratic Party

    8. Apr 22, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  8. Earth Day 2013 Google Doodle underscores precious resource: Water

    Earth Day 2013 gets its own Google Doodle today, an honor that kicks off a day dedicated to reminding us to tread gently on this planet that we all share.
    Earth Day 2013 gets its own Google Doodle today, an honor that kicks off a day dedicated to reminding us to tread gently on this planet that we all share. The Earth Day 2013 Google Doodle unveils a scenic mountain meadow, with a babbling brook and a...

    Tags: Environmental Issues, Conservation, Earth Day, Russ Parsons, UNICEF

    9. Mar 22, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  9. Farmers Markets: State bill would bring big changes

    A bill recently introduced in the California Assembly, <a href="http://www.leginfo.ca.gov/pub/13-14/bill/asm/ab_0951-1000/ab_996_bill_20130222_introduced.pdf">AB 996,</a> would substantially change the operations and governance of the state's certified farmers markets, strengthening some enforcement provisions and weakening others. The bill would renew authorization for the state's role in the program, including penalties for cheaters, which are now scheduled to expire at the end of 2013. Its provisions, which will likely be modified in coming months, currently include:
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    A bill recently introduced in the California Assembly, AB 996, would substantially change the operations and governance of the state's certified farmers markets, strengthening some enforcement provisions and weakening others. The bill would renew...

    Tags: Environmental Issues, Conservation, Roger Dickinson, Agriculture, Criminal Minds: Suspect Behavior (tv program)

    10. May 3, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  10. Calming the West's water wars

    Last week, Texas and Oklahoma squared off in a Supreme Court battle over water rights that has the drought-ridden West on edge. At issue is a state's control over its own water: Texas seeks to buy or otherwise tap water from Oklahoma under the terms of an interstate water compact, actions that Oklahoma has so far refused to permit despite the compact.
    Last week, Texas and Oklahoma squared off in a Supreme Court battle over water rights that has the drought-ridden West on edge. At issue is a state's control over its own water: Texas seeks to buy or otherwise tap water from Oklahoma under the terms of an...

    Tags: Environmental Issues, Unrest, Conflicts and War, U.S. Army, Conservation, U.S. Congress

    11. Mar 12, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  11. Ginny Wood dies at 95; pioneering Alaska environmentalist

    Virginia "Ginny" Hill Wood led a life of adventure beginning at a young age, guiding horseback trips in her native Washington state, bicycling through Europe before and after World War II, serving as a WASP pilot and, after moving to Alaska, building a rustic backcountry lodge and leading wilderness treks.
    Virginia "Ginny" Hill Wood led a life of adventure beginning at a young age, guiding horseback trips in her native Washington state, bicycling through Europe before and after World War II, serving as a WASP pilot and, after moving to Alaska, building a...

    Tags: Energy Resources, Environmental Issues, Unrest, Conflicts and War, Conservation, World War II (1939-1945)

    12. Mar 8, 2013 | Los Angeles Times

  12. Coastal panel rejects Navy plan to increase underwater explosions

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    The California Coastal Commission voted Friday to reject the Navy’s plan for increased use of sonar and underwater explosions as part of increased training and testing off the coast. The Navy requested that the commission find the plan consistent...
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