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December 22, 2025

Energy | Forest and Public Lands Stewardship | Wildfire

CalMatters - Small-scale bioenergy is critical for wildfire prevention, climate resilience, and emissions reduction

In response to pending efforts to close the BioMAT program, Yuba County Supervisor and RCRC Board Delegate Gary Bradford emphasizes in this commentary to CalMatters why small-scale bioenergy is a critical tool and calls for the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to extend and strengthen the BioMAT program in coordination with wildfire prevention and waste management efforts.

March 1, 2025

Forest and Public Lands Stewardship | Water and Wildlife | Wildfire

Natural Disaster News Today - Governor Newsom Issues Emergency Order to Fast-Track Wildfire Prevention

Governor Gavin Newsom issued a state of emergency proclamation to accelerate wildfire prevention projects across California by streamlining regulatory hurdles, including CEQA. The move is widely supported by foresters, local officials, fire professionals, and conservation...