Alejandra Reyes-Velarde

2 days ago | calmatters.org | Alejandra Reyes-Velarde

Water heaters and furnaces powered by natural gas could be phased out under new air quality rules in the four-county region. Welcome to CalMatters, the only nonprofit newsroom devoted solely to covering issues that affect all Californians. Sign up for WhatMatters to receive the latest news and commentary on the most important issues in the Golden State.

2 weeks ago | calonews.com | Alejandro Lazo |Alejandra Reyes-Velarde

The U.S. Senate voted today to block California’s landmark mandate phasing out gas-powered cars, dealing a substantial blow to the state’s aggressive transition to electric vehicles. The decision to revoke three waivers that the Biden administration granted to California could upend the state’s decades-long efforts and authority to clean up its air pollution — the worst in the nation — and reduce greenhouse gases that cause climate change.

2 weeks ago | capradio.org | Alejandro Lazo |Alejandra Reyes-Velarde |Loren Elliott

The U.S. Senate voted today to block California’s landmark mandate phasing out gas-powered cars, dealing a substantial blow to the state’s aggressive transition to electric vehicles. The decision to revoke a waiver that the Biden administration granted to California could upend the state’s decades-long efforts and authority to clean up its air pollution — the worst in the nation — and reduce greenhouse gases that cause climate change.

2 weeks ago | calmatters.org | Alejandro Lazo |Alejandra Reyes-Velarde

Tonight’s decision could upend California’s phaseout of gas-powered cars and its decades-long battle against air pollution. Some experts say Congress’ move is illegal and could trigger a legal battle. Welcome to CalMatters, the only nonprofit newsroom devoted solely to covering issues that affect all Californians.

1 month ago | laist.com | Alejandra Reyes-Velarde

In a quiet Compton neighborhood near the 710 Freeway, children on a recent afternoon chased each other at Kelly Park after school. Parents watched their kids play, unaware of a potential threat to their health. On the other side of the freeway, just blocks from the park and Kelly Elementary School, a fumigation company uses a highly toxic pesticide to spray fruits and vegetables. About this article This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters.