Could rising sea levels pollute fresh groundwater? Long Beach researchers are going to find out
The goal is to bring awareness to environmental officials and state planners of the neighborhoods most impacted.
Kelp fuel is making a comeback 50 years after it was first proposed thanks to new technology
The future of fuel production may be growing in the ocean between Long Beach and Santa Catalina Island.
Alamitos Bay’s water quality at risk once again, unless the city spends millions to fix it
A state mandate meant to protect wildlife could have the unintended consequence of worsening overall water quality in Alamitos Bay, according to a city report.
Coastal Commission cites Long Beach for illegal tree trimming that destroyed heron nests
The California Coastal Commission says Long Beach has a history of unpermitted tree trimming.
Aquariums release hundreds of rare sea bass into ocean near Long Beach
Half of the fish have been released into the ocean near Long Beach, and the second half will be released later.
A battle is brewing over CEQA, California’s iconic environmental law
Developers want fast-tracked approvals, claiming the law is slowing construction of new housing in California. Environmentalists want a more rigorous approval process.
Lawmakers introduce bill to stop oil drilling in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
Lawmakers have introduced a bipartisan bill that would stop the planned oil drilling in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge in northeastern Alaska.
AQMD investigating gas odor complaints in Downtown Long Beach
Inspectors for the South Coast Air Quality Management District are investigating reports of strong natural gas odors in the Downtown Long Beach area, which has been plagued by mystery smells in recent years.
Southeast Long Beach land swap could net more wetlands—and more greenhouse gases
If the project moves forward the city would swap land with an oil production group that would see wetlands land returned to city control while a parcel that currently belongs to a wetlands conservancy group and another, which is home to a popular seasonal pumpkin patch and christmas tree lot, would be converted to oil production and storage facilities.
CSULB researchers help rebuild Seal Beach wetlands threatened by rising sea levels
When rising sea levels start to drown wetlands that protect coastal buildings and homes, it’s up to researchers to find a solution.