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In our previous article we focused on the threats that come with sea level rise. Now, we’re going to focus specifically on the threats to marshlands, and the ecosystem services they provide, from sea level rise.Hi! I’m your friend, the marshlands....

Environmental Stewardship Program 2025-2026, Permanente Creek Restoration Project, 2025 Guardians of Nature, what's at risk from sea level rise, community wellbeing at risk from sea level rise, seeking volunteer librarian, hikes roundup, committee...

 As climate change intensifies, marked by record-breaking heat domes, deadly floods, and destructive wildfires, it’s increasingly clear that local decisions are connected to global results. Reducing plastic use, for example in municipal...

In our previous article we focused on why and how sea levels are rising. Now, we’re going to focus on threats that come with sea level rise, and what’s at risk.San Francisco Bay!You’ve walked its shores!You’ve breathed in its beauty!But, beyond...

Permanente Creek Restoration Project, volunteer at Foster City Summer Days, celebrate Garnetta Annable at 2025 Guardians of Nature Benefit, Environmental Stewardship Program 2025-2026, how sea levels are rising, Fix our Forests Act, defensible space...

 We recently examined the treatment of Zone 0, the “zero combustible” (immediate) zone to achieve maximal defensible space around a home or structure. To reduce wildfire risk, defensible space also requires a well-tended (intermediate) Zone 1,...

  On July 23, Heidelberg Materials invited a few dozen involved parties to celebrate the start of construction to restore Permanente Creek within their property. The restoration is required by a 2013 Consent Decree between the Sierra Club...

Seeking Chapter Executive Committee candidates, San Jose landmark project dropped, fighting for Climate Smart San Jose, celebrate Garnetta Annable at 2025 Guardians of Nature Benefit, why sea levels are rising, sea level rise planning webinar series...

Since early human history, the vastness of the ocean has captured the intrigue of explorers, facilitated trade, and supported local economies. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), our oceans cover 71 percent of...

 On June 21st, San Jose Spotlight ran an article called "San Jose landmark project dropped," announcing the "Breeze of Innovation" project has been dropped. Loma Prieta Chapter volunteers and staff have advocated since 2018 to keep the...