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California Awards $32 Million in Federal Funding to Deploy Over 450 Fast Chargers Along Interstates and Highways – California Energy Commission

California has been awarded over $32 million in federal funds for electric vehicle (EV) charging projects along the state’s busiest transportation corridors, expanding the largest EV charging network in the country and continuing the state’s commitment to building a bigger, better charging network.

 

Drought and climate change make agave an appealing California crop. Now, distillers look to turn it into spirits – Capital Public Radio

For years, California farmers have seen some of their crops struggle amid the impacts of drought and climate change. Many have sought out more resilient plants that don’t need a lot of water — like agave. 

 

The CA towns where safe drinking water is out of reach – CalMatters

Drinking water contamination is a chronic, insidious threat in California’s rural communities. Some have been waiting for clean water for years.