Tune In To Your Planet Podcasts

Holy Solar Power

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 07:24:22 +0700

The popularity of solar power has spread to the heavens as Grace Cathedral church in San Francisco goes solar. KGO's Jeannie Lynch reports. (07/18/08)

Converting Your Car to an Electric Car

Thu, 17 Jul 2008 12:56:03 +0700

If you want to save gas but can't afford a hybrid car, you can convert your car to an electric car. KGO's Jennifer Hodges reports. (07/17/08)

Affordable Housing that Has Gone Solar

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 07:13:50 +0700

An affordable housing complex in Richmond is making history with sunshine and solar energy. KGO's Greg Edmonds reports. (06/12/08)

Kids "Adopt A Beach" Cleanup Day

Fri, 06 Jun 2008 15:50:20 +0700

Thousands of kids had fun today hitting up California beaches in an effort to clean them up. In this "Tune In To Your Planet" report, KGO's RJ Peruman reports from the 15th annual "Kids Adopt A Beach Cleanup Day" at Ocean Beach in San Francisco. (06/06/08)

The Hydrogen Fueled Car

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 14:46:35 +0700

With gas prices where they are, the question is "where are the alternative fuel vehicles?" In this "Tune In To Your Planet" report, KGO's RJ Peruman says the hydrogen car is going places, thanks to the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. (06/04/08)

Democrats' "Green" Convention Plan

Tue, 03 Jun 2008 07:32:19 +0700

California Democrats held a completely "green" state convention in San Jose, and now they're bringing their environmental awareness to the national convention as well. KGO's Chris Brecher reports. (06/03/08)

Timing Street Lights to Save Gas

Fri, 30 May 2008 08:51:45 +0700

The California Transportation Commission has approved 26 million to time street lights, to save people gas and time, which ultimately will cut down on CO2 emissions. (05/30/08)

Saving Millions with Smart Street Lights

Thu, 29 May 2008 09:11:23 +0700

The city if San Jose is installing what they call the "street lights of the future," smart street lights to save energy and money. KGO's Jennifer Hodges reports. (05/29/08)

PG&E Giving Away CFL Bulbs

Wed, 28 May 2008 07:20:29 +0700

PG&E's latest effort to get people to switch to CFL bulbs is a giveaway in San Francisco. KGO's Jon Bristow reports. (05/28/08)

Efforts to Clean W. Oakland's Air

Fri, 23 May 2008 08:35:39 +0700

The air over West Oakland will become a little bit cleaner; thanks to a new program that provides diesel exhaust filters. KGO's Jeannie Lynch reports. (05/23/08)

School Solar Energy Program

Thu, 22 May 2008 07:30:53 +0700

18 schools in San Francisco have been honored for their participation in a solar energy education program, it's part of a statewide campaign to educate kids about alternative energy. KGO's Scott Lettieri reports. (05/22/08)

"Green" is Business as Usual

Wed, 21 May 2008 07:47:41 +0700

Governor Arnold Schwarzegger says California leads the way in making "green business" simply business as usual. KGO's Abbot Dutton reports. (05/21/08)

Bay Area Business Gas Emission Fee

Wed, 21 May 2008 14:51:34 +0700

The cost of doing business in the Bay Area has gone up today as the Bay Area Air Quality Management District voted and approved an imposed fee based on each business's greenhouse gas emissions. KGO's Scott Letieri reports. (05/21/08)

Disposing of "Twisty Bulbs"

Mon, 19 May 2008 07:33:18 +0700

Compact Fluorescent Lightbulbs or "twisty bulbs" as some call them, are longer-lasting and better for the environment, but they contain some mercury and when the time comes, they must be disposed of correctly. KGO's Katy Leaver has this "tune into your planet" report.

Food Waste to Bio Gas

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 10:20:55 +0700

The East Bay Municipal Utility District is looking at converting food waste into an alternative energy source, bio gas. KGO's Bret Burkhart reports. (04/30/08)

A Green Forum Today in San Jose

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 14:47:29 +0700

City officials and business leaders met today at San Jose's Tech Museum to talk about how going green can save money and jobs. KGO's Jennifer Hodges report. (04/28/08)

"Spare the Air" Wood Burning Ban

Mon, 12 May 2008 14:45:23 +0700

A ban on wood burning during "spare the air" days may be closer to reality after a series of meetings this week. If caught, a household could receive a fine for wood burning on those days. KGO's Katy Leaver reports.

Low-Income Green Homes

Mon, 12 May 2008 14:45:50 +0700

Habitat for Humanity East Bay has begun framing six new environmentally sustainable homes for low-income families. KGO's Jenna Lane reports.

Habitat for Humanity Honoring Students

Mon, 12 May 2008 14:46:10 +0700

Habitat for Humanity in the Silicon Valley is kicking off Earth Day by honoring a group of middle school students for their contributions to the organization. KGO's Jennifer Hodges reports. (04/17/08)

Green Car Rental Program

Mon, 12 May 2008 14:46:27 +0700

Hybrid rental cars were at Civic Center Plaza in San Francisco today as part of an announcement of a green rental car program. KGO's Jon Bristow reports. (04/15/08)

The Goldman Environmental Prize

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 12:07:24 +0700

People from six different geographic areas of the globe are being awarded the Goldman Environmental prize today. They're each receiving a no-strings-attached $125,000 prize for their work to improve the surroundings of their respective countries. KGO's Jon Bristow talked with one of the winners. (04/14/08)

Recycling Electronics

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 08:26:16 +0700

The Morning News looked at recycling your old analog TVs and electronics without increasing your carbon footprint. To find out where to recycle your old electronics, visit www.mygreenelectronics.org

We Can Solve the Climate Crisis

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 11:05:40 +0700

Kathy Zoey, CEO of the Alliance for Climate Protection joined the Morning News to talk about the new campaign WE, short for Together We Can Solve the Climate Crisis.

Best of KGO: Green Products

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 08:48:59 +0700

How do you know what products are really green? Gay Browne, the founder of Greenopia.com, joined the Morning News to help us out.

Schools Getting Solar Installations

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 07:53:32 +0700

Nearly two dozen Bay Area schools have won grants to receive solar installations. KGO's Scott Lettieri reports. (03/19/08)

San Jose's Green Efforts

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 09:18:03 +0700

Mayor of San Jose Chuck Reed talked to the Morning News about all the efforts San Jose is making to go green.

Living Green on a Low Income

Mon, 25 Feb 2008 08:50:08 +0700

Living green can be hard if on a low income, but there are ways to be green that don't cost a lot if you know what to do. KGO's Jennifer Hodges reports. (02/25/08)

Trying to Save the Bay from Pollution

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 08:04:13 +0700

The San Francisco Bay has taken a beating over the last few months between the oil spill and sewage spills. KGO's Jon Bristow takes a look at how much the Bay can take in this "Tune In To Your Planter" report.

Mustard Power

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 14:43:23 +0700

We're used to seeing wild mustard bloom around the Bay Area this time of year, but a more specialized variety is being grown to power mass transit. KGO's Jenna Lane has a "Tune In To Your Planet" report.

Tune in To The Sun!

Sat, 05 Apr 2008 09:25:12 +0700

KGO Radio is proud to be partnering with PG&E and SolFocus to become the first major broadcast media outlet in California to harness the power of the sun to reach our listeners. We've begun installing state-of-the-art solar panels on our broadcasting tower near the Dumbarton Bridge. Learn more, and check out our solar project blog.

KGO Radio Solar Glossary

Thu, 06 Mar 2008 10:03:18 +0700

In following along with our solar adventure, you may encounter some unfamiliar terminology. We'll be explaining some of these common industry terms here.

Commuters Ride to Help the Earth

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 16:11:48 +0700

People take mass transit for lots of reasons -- traffic, high gas prices, convenience. In this Tune In To Your Planet report, KGO's RJ Peruman reports one in four Caltrain commuters say they ride to help the Earth.

Recycled Paint Helping Africa

Tue, 05 Feb 2008 07:30:30 +0700

Recycled paint in San Francisco is working its way to Africa to help out elementary schools and hospitals. KGO's Jon Bristow has more in this "tune into your planet" report.

Ohlone College "Green" Building

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 07:38:32 +0700

A new Ohlone College science building is among a rare class of eco-friendly "green" buildings. KGO's Greg Edmonds took a stroll through the structure with the mayor of Newark.

Barrel Blasting

Tue, 29 Jan 2008 08:44:26 +0700

Wineries around California now have a new tool in their quest to become greener. In this "Tune In To Your planet" report, KGO's Bret Burkhart introduces us to "barrel blasting."

Ethanol

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 11:15:39 +0700

Ethanol is one possibility of making the U.S energy dependent. General Motors is investing in its development.

A New Research Institute in Monterey

Wed, 09 Jan 2008 16:33:25 +0700

A new ocean research institute is set to be built in Monterey to help protect the oceans of the world. KGO's Rob Artigo reports. (01/09/08)

California's Water Crisis - Part 2

Thu, 20 Dec 2007 09:59:33 +0700

The deterioration of the Delta has forced politicians to re-visit a bitter debate that has been dormant for 25-years. In part 2 of a special "Tune In To Your Planet" series, KGO's Bret Burkhart looks at the renewed effort to save California's most precious resource....water.

California's Water Crisis - Part 1

Wed, 19 Dec 2007 10:00:58 +0700

A familiar battle is brewing over California's most precious resource. In part one of a special "Tune In To Your Planet" series, KGO's Bret Burkhart looks at the reemergence of a debate over how to solve the state's water crisis.

Energy Efficient Christmas Decorations

Thu, 13 Dec 2007 13:13:03 +0700

Energy efficient lighting and Christmas decorations are popular this year and are going fast in the stores.

Green Gifts

Tue, 11 Dec 2007 09:31:00 +0700

Is consumerism getting you down this holiday season? As part of KGO's Green Christmas, Jenna lane asked around toy stores for gifts that have a slightly lower impact on mother earth.

A Green Christmas Report

Tue, 11 Dec 2007 09:33:55 +0700

KGO's Jon Bristow takes a look at how Bay Area cities are trying to save power during the holidays.

"Green" Christmas Tree

Tue, 11 Dec 2007 09:34:01 +0700

Cutting down a Christmas tree is becoming a popular option as more and more people are thinking "green" these days. KGO's Jennifer Hodges reports. (12/04/07)

Plastic Bag Ban

Mon, 19 Nov 2007 09:28:50 +0700

The first ban on plastic bags in the United States is just about to start in San Francisco. KGO's RJ Peruman reports. (11/19/07)

Heavier People's Carbon Footprint

Wed, 14 Nov 2007 15:59:09 +0700

Healthier habits in people can reduce their carbon footprint.

Faith and the Climate

Wed, 07 Nov 2007 16:52:35 +0700

To truly curb climate change, some believe it's going to take an act of faith, in this "Tune In To Your Planet Report," KGO's RJ Peruman has a story about people of faith acting on their beliefs.

The First Z2 Building

Fri, 05 Oct 2007 08:57:42 +0700

A new company in San Jose in the business of clean power, has recycle an old eye sore and turned it into a headquarters for spreading the technology. KGO's Rob Artigo. (10/05/07)

Eco-Design in Fashion

Wed, 26 Sep 2007 16:33:50 +0700

California is leading the way in eco-design where it's all about environmentally and socially responsible fashion. KGO's Jon Bristow reports. (9/26/07)

California Energy Commissioner, Art Rosenfeld

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 11:50:44 +0700

California Energy Commissioner, Art Rosenfeld talked about where California will find the answers to its ever growing energy needs, what directions the state will take to find these answers and to what degree global warming will become the issue of the next 100 years. (7/10/07)

Cities Learning How To Go Green

Wed, 27 Jun 2007 09:39:50 +0700

City leaders from 24 Northern California cities are in San Jose this morning for a workshop on how to implement more green building policies. KGO's Jennifer Hodges reports. (6/27/07)

Junkstra

Wed, 27 Jun 2007 14:04:24 +0700

Born out of things that people have thrown away, music. In this Tune In To Your Planet Spotlight 810, KGO's John Bristow takes us to the San Francisco dump and finds out what you can make out of junk.

A Green Bank?

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 14:22:34 +0700

Tune in to your planet! Using your own solar power system to generate power is a nice idea . . . but expensive. KGO's Lynn Jiminez says a San Francisco Bank is ready to lend you green to go green.

The Tune In To Your Planet Team

Wed, 27 Jun 2007 14:05:13 +0700

They can be as elusive as a criminal on the run. And the officers who track them are as thorough as investigators gathering evidence from a major crime scene. In this Spotlight 810 report, KGO's Bret Burkhart introduces us to a special team that is tuned into your planet.

Bio Diesel Plant

Tue, 03 Jul 2007 10:40:30 +0700

The quest to cut the nation's dependence on foreign oil with a bio diesel plant.

Certified Energy Star Hotels

Tue, 03 Jul 2007 10:44:16 +0700

Mora than half the Marriott hotels in the Bay Area are certified Energy Star hotels.

California Fuel Cell Partnership

Wed, 27 Jun 2007 14:14:10 +0700

Fuel cell technology may make a big difference in more energy-efficient, low carbon emission transportation.

50,000 Green Home Makeover: Before

Wed, 27 Jun 2007 14:06:24 +0700

An El Cerrito listener gets a green home makeover from KGO and Sustainable Spaces. What kind of difference can this make? Greg Edmonds has the story . . .

$50,000 Green Home Makeover: After

Wed, 27 Jun 2007 14:08:27 +0700

Before and after is always fun. Greg Edmonds paints a picture of our winner's El Cerrito home, after the makeover.

Carl Guardino of the Silcon Valley Leadership Group

Wed, 27 Jun 2007 14:10:33 +0700

Rosie Allen talks to Carl Guardino of the Silcon Valley Leadership Group about a recent energy solutions summit, dedicated to conserving power in the Valley and the Bay Area.

Household Cleaners 1

Tue, 03 Jul 2007 10:48:20 +0700

Many cleaners are toxic and can hurt people and when they go down the drain they can threaten wildlife.

Household Cleaners 2

Tue, 03 Jul 2007 10:59:29 +0700

Indoor pollutions come from chemical fumes from your carpet and furniture and the pollution gets worse when you clean house.

The Organics Annex

Tue, 03 Jul 2007 11:01:11 +0700

A lot of the food going to waste in San Francisco is not necessarily going to waste.