Ezra David Romero
Former Environment Reporter
Climate change is becoming the great equalizer of our time. It’s altering everything: our lives, cities and the wilderness that surrounds us. I’ve realized that climate change isn’t holding back and has left us all in a tension.
As CapRadio’s environment reporter, I reported on disadvantaged communities vulnerable to climate change, and how they are affected by state and federal decisions and policy that focus on the environment and our relationship to it.
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Wildfire torched the Sierra all summer, evading containment. Here’s how Tahoe protected itself
October 5, 2021
Forest thinning helped keep the Caldor Fire from burning into South Lake Tahoe, but experts say more fuel management and climate action are needed to slow the Sierra's destructive wildfires.
How About Wind? California Explores Plan For Wind Energy Along Coast To Combat Climate Change.
February 22, 2021
California has ambitious climate goals. For example, by 2045 all energy has to come from renewable sources. Now, the state wants to lean on an untapped resource: its windy coastline.
California Needs More Storms, Groundwater To Avoid Prolonged Drought, Experts Say
February 3, 2021
Over the past week Northern California was walloped by winter’s first big storm. But experts say more storms are needed to ward off drought this year
Here’s What California Lawmakers Want To Do To Take Action On Climate Change
January 29, 2021
After a rough legislative session last year, California lawmakers are dreaming of ways to adapt to or prevent the climate crisis. Bills this session explore corporate accountability, funds for sea level rise adaptation and other efforts.
Tens Of Thousands Without Power As Winter Storm Pummels Northern California
January 27, 2021
The Sacramento City Council voted to declare a local emergency and open at least one warming center after two unhoused people died during last night's powerful winter storm.
Photos: Sacramento Region Surveys Damage From Powerful Winter Storm
January 27, 2021
An intense winter storm damaged trees, powerlines, homes, and cars throughout the Sacramento region Tuesday night. Here's what it looked like as residents worked to recover Wednesday morning.
Environment Experts To Newsom: Now’s Your Moment
January 26, 2021
Environmental advocates and experts are giving mixed reviews on Gov. Gavin Newsom’s two years in office. They say he’s made some progress on climate change, but now is his time to take bold action.
Biden’s Climate Orders Help California, But Will Also Challenge The State To Do Better, Experts Say
January 21, 2021
President Joe Biden signed a flurry of executive orders to help curb climate change. But his orders also challenge California — one of the country’s leaders on climate action — to do better.
Here’s What California Lawmakers Want To Do To Prevent The Wildfire Crisis From Getting Worse
January 15, 2021
California lawmakers are dreaming up big ideas to prevent future wildfires from devastating communities. Bills this session explore banning development in high fire severity zones, making utilities more accountable and a bond for wildfire prevention.
California Lawmakers Should Invest One-Time Budget Funds Into Projects With Long-Term Benefits, Experts Suggest
January 11, 2021
The new proposed state budget includes billions to curb climate change and prevent wildfires. As the legislature considers the budget the Legislative Analyst's Office is asking lawmakers to consider ways to make one-time funds have lasting impact.