The money is meant to fix longstanding tree-cover gaps in disadvantaged neighborhoods—but it’s a fraction of what’s needed.

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The money is meant to fix longstanding tree-cover gaps in disadvantaged neighborhoods—but it’s a fraction of what’s needed.
A dozen such projects have sprouted, offering habitat-friendly flood protection. Getting permission for them is a challenge.
Big environmental dreams—and disasters—have created demand. Now it’s time to worry about supply.
This East Bay nonprofit is training young people underrepresented in the green economy to get conservation jobs.
Meet the Salt Marsh 3, a trio of marsh plants specially adapted to live in the brine.
“Xayviish has far more personality than any grocery-store mushroom,” writes Sara Calvosa Olson, a Karuk tribal member. “It’s a meaty but delicate time machine, whisking your spirit back to your gathering place.”
When you’re the biggest bird in North America, it takes a little while to grow up. Illustrations by Jane Kim.
A half mile of new trail helps address a surprising number of problems in Oakland.
What’s a nature-based solution? An explainer.
As we round the corner to the holidays, nature and communities in
the Bay Area welcome you to join in on the activities of fall.