Dear EarthTalk: When the plug-in Prius is released, how much electricity will it use? Will my electric bill double if my Prius is plugged in each night? Or will the increase be minimal? Also, will all this recharging put a strain on the existing electricity grid? — G.
This past week, Q-line asked: City Councilman Kevin McKeown would like City Hall to take a “time-out” from approving large-scale developments until the Land Use and Circulation Elements is completed, spelling out the direction the city will take in terms of development.
The game for Santa Monica High School’s girls basketball playoff game against Ayala on Saturday has been changed to 5 p.m. The original start time was listed for 7 p.
Dear EarthTalk What is the potential for carbon “nanotubes” in battery technology? I heard them referred to as the biggest battery breakthrough to come along in years.
This past week, Q-line asked: The Santa Monica Pier Restoration Corp. is considering creating a museum at the west-end of the historic structure to tell the story of the pier’s illustrious past.
St. Monica’s boys basketball team defeated Nipomo 55-51 in the first round of the CIF-SS Division 4A playoffs Wednesday at home.
Members of Congress play a central role in our lives. They shape our healthcare system, make crucial decisions about the U.S. economy, and represent the hopes and interests of every American in Washington.
Dear EarthTalk If the ice caps are melting, what is happening to the salt content of the oceans? And might this contribute to weather patterns or cause other environmental problems? George Boyer via e-mail It’s true that the melting of the polar ice caps as a result of global warming is sending larg
