KQED Science

Electric kitchen conversions are expensive, but as California weans itself off fossil fuels, these chefs say it’s good for food quality, climate and health.

Legislation to make it easy for Californians to install plug-in solar panels is headed to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s desk.

El Niño conditions temporarily layer tomorrow’s Bay Area sea levels onto today’s and offer a glimpse of a wetter future.

KQED readers have asked us about where their electricity comes from, how much of it is “green,” and what's powering the state's electric grid. So we found out.

Teenagers across the state would rather set down their devices and hang out in real time, but say there aren't enough affordable spaces to truly connect.

One LA contractor found a greener, cheaper way to keep mobile home residents safe from dangerous summer heat.

UCSF scientists discovered that a protein found in bullfrogs protected mice from one of the world's deadliest natural poisons, which can accumulate in fish during harmful algae blooms.

Bay Area renters are getting creative about swapping their gas appliances for electric ones, like heat pumps, solar panels and induction stoves.

Sexual freedom is booming in San Francisco with the city’s broad offering of Doxy PEP. But doctors worry this approach may risk making these drugs less effective in the future.

Pacifica surfers hope that an artificial reef could slow waves, widen beaches, fight erosion and create an epic surf spot.