Nearly four million people live in Los Angeles, which makes it the second most populous city in the United States behind New York City. It’s also in a desert. Figuring out how to get water to Los Angeles and the rest of Southern California has always been one of the state’s greatest challenges. It’s also one of … [Read more...]
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All About California’s Air Hazards
Six of the ten most air-polluted cities in America are in California. You probably have an idea which city “won” the “most polluted city in America” award (hint: It’s not New York). California is by far the most polluted state in America. An estimated one-third of California residents living in places where pollution … [Read more...]
How Wildfires Affect California’s Water and Air
California’s Carr wildfire started on July 23, when a car malfunctioned on highway 299 in Whiskeytown. As of July 31, the fire has burned over 103,000 acres, destroyed over 966 structures, and claimed six lives. As of now, the fire covers over 110,000 acres--an area roughly the size of New Orleans. Over 3,300 … [Read more...]
What Can I Do About California’s Hard Water?
Southern California has some of the hardest water in the state. Normal or medium-hard water rates 60-120 mg/L. Water in Los rates 127 mg/L. That means that every liter of Los Angeles tap water contains 127 mg of calcium or magnesium - the minerals that make water hard. These contaminants come from ground water that … [Read more...]
4 Ways to Prevent Air Pollution in Your Home
Last month, we put together a primer all about air pollution in California. As we discussed then, the situation isn’t good, but that doesn’t mean there’s nothing we can do about it. Here are four simple steps you can take to improve and maintain indoor air quality. Your home’s air quality can be an easy thing to … [Read more...]
Water is the New Oil
These days, oil as a precious resource is being supplanted in our minds by the need for water. The last couple years of drought in California are some of the worst we have ever experienced. Water is a resource that is often taken for granted; yet it’s required for so many industries, conveniences, and aspects of … [Read more...]
How California’s 2020 Water Laws Will Affect You
The goal of Senate Bill 606 and Assembly Bill 1668 was to make conservation a way of life in California. Whether or not you support the new water laws, it’s important to know how they affect you. Don’t worry, there are no new fines for individuals or households. First thing’s first. Doing laundry and taking a … [Read more...]
How California is Fighting the Drought with “Shade Balls”
Reservoirs in California just got a new look. While it’s been ongoing for years, the California drought took a turn this year to become one of the worst ever recorded. Water is scarce and residents are feeling the effects of the drought during the summer months. Despite statewide water conservation efforts, more … [Read more...]
What is an Earthquake Shut-off Valve?
Since 2000, all newly constructed buildings in California must install earthquake gas shut-off valves. Additionally, California homes and commercial buildings must have them installed to be eligible for sale. Despite the fact that an earthquake gas shut-off valve could save your life, however, many Californians don’t … [Read more...]
Where Does Los Angeles Get Its Electricity?
If you’ve ever wondered, “Where does Los Angeles get its electricity,” you may be surprised at the complexity of the answer. Every one of Los Angeles electricity-using structures connects to our gigantic, state-spanning, billion-dollar power system. Your humble home is one end of the LA electricity story spanning … [Read more...]
