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More And More Californians Facing Energy Insecurity

More And More Californians Facing Energy Insecurity

FromKQED's The California Report


More And More Californians Facing Energy Insecurity

FromKQED's The California Report

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Length:
11 minutes
Released:
Dec 14, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Next month, a major PG&E rate hike goes into effect. It’s the latest cost increase driven by wildfire-related expenses, inflation, and the growing energy demands that come with extreme weather. But these soring utility bills are pushing low income Californians to the edge of homelessness.
Reporter: Vanessa Rancaño, KQED

Sacramento County has launched a first-of-its-kind mobile veterinary clinic, focused on caring for pets owned by homeless residents. It's a free, mobile clinic with medicine and equipment.
Reporter: Chris Nichols, CapRadio  
Released:
Dec 14, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

KQED's statewide radio news program, providing daily coverage of issues, trends, and public policy decisions affecting California and its diverse population.