Emma Eckert, Author at The Santa Barbara Independent

Transportation By Emma Eckert | Sat Apr 26, 2025 | 9:44pm

Three Segments Down and Two to Go on Highway 101

New carpool lanes and bridges are a few of the improvements in the completed Padaro and Summerland segments of the major road through Santa Barbara.

Community By Emma Eckert | Wed Apr 23, 2025 | 8:00pm

Heavy-Duty EVs Hit the Road Santa Barbara Welcomes New Commuter Buses, Delivery Vans, and High-Tech Tractor By Emma Eckert |

Cover Story By Tyler Hayden, Callie Fausey, Nick Welsh & Emma Eckert | Wed Apr 23, 2025 | 8:00pm

Celebrate this Earth Day on two Legs, two Wheels, or in EVs that aren’t Teslas.

Energy By Emma Eckert | Mon Apr 21, 2025 | 2:58pm

Goleta-based company’s pilot product line of photovoltaic windows creates green energy you can see through.

Transportation By Emma Eckert | Fri Apr 11, 2025 | 3:38pm

Metropolitan Transit District is looking for community feedback at meetings and through digital surveys.

Business By Emma Eckert | Thu Apr 10, 2025 | 1:51pm

Whiplash in companies’ worth will lead to higher prices for goods and lower output.