On Wednesday, the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency, (SCV Water) announced a purchase of onsite energy-producing solar assets designed to aid the Santa Clarita Valley’s consumption of power. SCV Water’s purchase of solar panels marks a continuation of the organization’s stated goal of more environmentally-friendly energy solutions. “SCV Water prides itself on a commitment to sustainability,” said the agency’s General ...

Very few states are as acutely aware of the threats and challenges posed by climate change as California is. The Golden State has always been America’s most progressive place to live and so would likely always have had an interest in the environment whether it served the state’s interests or not. The fact that it stands in line to suffer ...

While nobody looks forward to their weekly laundry chores, it is an essential task that you cannot avoid. If you live in Denver, which enjoys warm weather and ample rainfall most of the year, you are bound to have a large volume of laundry waiting to be washed, folded, and ironed every weekend. The city could experience humidity levels as ...

Life on earth cannot be sustained much longer with the way that many of us are living. We are collectively destroying the earth and leaving an immovable stain on it – the stain of corruption, poverty, and mistreatment. Until we begin to live more sustainably, the earth will suffer, and in turn, we will suffer. Future generations will not be ...

Sustainable living is becoming a popular concept among those who feel that not enough is being done to preserve our environment. Despite the fact that the idea of ecology has entered the mainstream, we still aren’t reaching any meaningful goals thanks to sloppy legislation and a general lack of will in the corporate world. Sustainable living gives you a chance ...

Eco-friendliness is a big priority in Santa Clarita. The city is well on its way to reaching a state-wide goal of recycling 75% of all waste generated in the city. In order for the city to meet all its targets, it is essential that all residents, including business owners, do their part. By adopting a range of eco-friendly practices, a Santa ...

Santa Clarita Valley officials announced Wednesday that volunteer registration is now open for the 25th annual River Rally clean-up and Environmental Expo, which is scheduled to take place in September, officials said. This year, volunteers are set to clean a portion of the Santa Clara River behind the Newhall Community Center, according to event organizers. “Community members are invited to ...

The Santa Clarita planning commission and City staff are expected to tour the Sand Canyon Country Club site Tuesday as part of the proposed development to the property, officials said. “This is part of the process for the (environmental impact report),” said Hai Nguyen, associate planner for the City’s planning division. “We wanted to give the planning commission, and any ...

Thanks to an agreement the City of Santa Clarita has with the valley’s franchised waste hauler, bulky items can be picked up for FREE. Each residence that has active trash and recycling service with Waste Management, can dispose of large items for FREE by scheduling a bulky item pick-up or by dropping the item off at their local facility during ...

Solar space cooling can help you lower your monthly energy bills when the summer time tends to get extremely hot in the Santa Clarita Valley. Don’t miss a thing. Get breaking KHTS Santa Clarita News Alerts delivered right to your inbox. The solar energy that is produced by the sun can allow the residents of Santa Clarita the opportunity to save more ...