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California sues oil companies for exacerbating climate change
California claims the five biggest oil and gas companies knew that using their products led to climate change, but then spent decades misleading the public. The lawsuit says extreme weather fueled by climate change has caused billions of dollars in damages in the state and these companies should pay for some of that damage. California -
2023-08-23Flying electric aircraft; what’s the difference?
New Vision Aviation President Joseph Oldham presents an overview of flying electric aircraft, drawing on operational experience accumulated since receiving their aircraft in March 2018, including over 220 flight hours and 3,000 nautical miles traveled without incident. The organization has conducted evaluations with FAA test pilots and engineers from multiple aviation companies developing advanced electric aircraft. A notable 2021 cross-country flight demonstrated solar-only charging capabilities, covering 227.9 nautical miles at an average fuel economy of 3.43 nm/kWh. -
2023-08-14California High-Speed Rail Project Construction in Fresno
Aerial photograph showing a modern concrete arch bridge spanning over multiple highway lanes and transportation infrastructure. The image captures the intersection of major roadways with industrial and commercial development visible in the background. -
California becomes the first state to adopt emission rules for trains
April 27, 2023 SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California approved Thursday a first-in-the-nation, ambitious rule limiting rail pollution to aggressively cut greenhouse gas emissions in the state’s latest move to establish itself as a global leader in the fight against climate change. The rule will ban locomotive engines more than 23 years old by 2030 and increase -
2021-08-03Leaded aviation gasoline exposure risk at Reid-Hillview Airport in Santa Clara County, California
This 2021 report by Mountain Data Group, commissioned by Santa Clara County, examines the health risks posed to children living near Reid-Hillview Airport in California due to lead emissions from leaded aviation gasoline. It analyzes statistical associations between children's blood lead levels and factors such as residential distance from the airport, aircraft traffic, and fuel sales. Note that while this report focuses on lead exposure from aviation fuel at a California airport, it does not address noise policy or Sea-Tac Airport operations. -
1971-01-29Supporting information for the adopted noise regulations for California airports
This 1971 report, prepared by Wyle Laboratories for the California Department of Aeronautics, provides the technical supporting information behind California's adopted noise regulations for airports. It documents the research and methodology used to establish noise standards governing aircraft operations at California airports. While focused on California, the report represents an early example of state-level regulatory efforts to address airport noise impacts on surrounding communities. -
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Supporting information for the adopted noise regulations for California airports
This 1971 report, prepared by Wyle Laboratories for the California Department of Aeronautics, provides the technical supporting information behind California's adopted noise regulations for airports. It documents the research and methodology used to establish noise standards governing aircraft operations at California airports. While focused on California, the report represents an early example of state-level regulatory efforts to address airport noise impacts on surrounding communities.