Creek Cement Spill Cleanup Drags On

Crews spent today cleaning the section of creek that goes through the Claremont Country Club.

EBMUD Finds More Spilled Cement; Cleanup to Take Longer

As much as 12 cement truck loads were spilled into the creek.

Mountain Lions in Our Community: Big Cats versus Humans

Conservation leaders share efforts to preserve the Big Cats as encroachment on their territory increases conflict.

Sea Lion Population Swells to 170 at The Marine Mammal Center

Sea lion pups are being abandoned by their mothers in unprecedented numbers.

How Germophobes are Killing San Francisco Bay

If it washes down your drain, it ends up in the Bay.

Saddle Up: State Wildlife Officers Hitting the Trail

The state has no formal mounted patrol unit, but officers use their own horses.

Annual Bird Count Planned for Sunday

Rain for shine--bird enthusiasts are needed to volunteer for this important event.

VIDEO: Behind the Scenes of Disney's 'Bears'

The film hopes to inspire viewers to experience national parks.

10 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day All Year

Earth Day is this Tuesday, April 22. Here's some ways you can help the earth any day.

See 'Bears' Opening Week and Help the National Park Foundation

Disneynature will make a donation to the National Park Foundation for each ticket sold during opening week.

National Bike Month Rolls into Town

Pump up your tires and lube your chain - time to spin away those polar vortex pounds.

Disney Bears: A 1-Mile Walk to Feast on Food

A mile might not seem like much to travel to get food in your town, but for Bears it can be an arduous journey.

How Energy Efficient Are Your City's Buildings?

The EPA ranked the top 25 metropolitan areas with the most Energy Star certified buildings.

Grow a Nutritious Garden in a Pot

Here's a great way to start a small garden at home.

Get Free Admission to National Parks April 19-20

How to Encourage Kids to Love the Environment

Inspire your children to love and respect the earth by being environmentally-friendly.

Bears: 10 Cutest Photos of Cubs Amber and Scout

Which cub scout featured in Disneynature's "Bears" are you more like?

10 Things You Might Not Know About Brown Bears

Disneynature's upcoming film "Bears" will teach you a lot about the animals, but here's a good start.

How to Celebrate Earth Hour 2014 This Weekend

Will your town go dark this Saturday, March 29?

20 Ways to Save Money While Going Green

Go green, save green. Here's some tips to get active and creative in everyday life.

5 Ways to Eat Healthier With Less of a Bite to Your Finances

Buying organic can often be costly. Here are some clever ways to eat healthy without pinching pennies.

Council Votes to Join County Energy Council

The Piedmont City Council voted unanimously Monday night to join a proposed Alameda County "Energy Council," whose voting structure was opposed by the council in an earlier vote in January.

Composting: How and Where to Get Started in Piedmont

All the tools you need to start composting in Piedmont, plus where in the East Bay to get free or low-cost compost for your garden.

Eating Organic in Piedmont

Lots of options exist for finding healthy, organic food in the East Bay if you know where to look. Here are some of our favorites available in and around Piedmont and beyond.

Where to Recycle Everything in Piedmont

If you have recyclable items from spring cleaning, consider dropping them off at places such as Clausen House or Bambino thrift shops

Save Energy, Money By Insulating Your Piedmont Home

Contractors in Piedmont and nearby communities who participate in an energy conservation program can help you decide what can be done at your house.