New manzanita species discovered in California, already at risk
A new species of manzanita—a native California shrub famous for its twisted branches and wildfire resilience—has been ...
Major Tree Supplier Blames Bankruptcy on California Drought
A major supplier of trees and plants sold at home improvement stores has filed bankruptcy, blaming its financial trouble on drought conditions in Southern California followed by more recent wet ...
L.A.'s urban trees absorb more carbon than expected, study finds
Los Angeles' trees are working harder than we thought. A new study from Public Exchange and USC Dornsife College of Letters, ...
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Federal funding cuts are crushing California's small mountain towns
Michelle Beutler cleared 67 trees off a U.S. Forest Service road in two days. It was the spring of 2023, after a ...
California's urban forests provide sustainable solution for guitar maker
The widespread destruction of old growth trees for ranching and farming is making it harder to get the wood traditionally used to make guitars, including mahogany and Brazilian rosewood.
Ionia Co. road officials: Removal of 'Shoe Tree' necessary to complete safety upgrades
"While the removal of the 'Shoe Tree' has garnered attention, the primary objective remains enhancing roadway conditions to prevent injuries and fatalities." ...
‘My next home must be fireproof’: Why more Angelenos are looking to build ‘SuperAdobes’
There’s been a spike in interest in earthen architecture, particularly after a photo was shared on social media showing a ...