Quest: Air Conditioning Reinvented

AC units are far less efficient than they could be, and now, the California Energy Commission has launched a program to require climate-specific AC units -- and it's calling on private inventors to design them.

Today at 6:30am on Radio 88.5 & 89.3

Forum: The State of the U.S. Economy

With the release of higher than expected unemployment numbers and lower than expected consumer spending statistics, some economists say the country's economic prospects look dim.

Today at 9:00am on Radio 88.5 & 89.3

Latino Heritage Month

KQED celebrates with special programming in September, and honors unsung heroes. Download a printable guide, available in English and Spanish.

Download the printable guide

2008 KQED Latino Heritage Heroes

Sid the Science Kid

Airing weekday mornings at 6 and 8:30am, this innovative animated series from Muppets creator The Jim Henson Company uses comedy to celebrate children's natural curiosity about science.

Science Activities for Kids

You Decide

KQED's online devil's advocate designed to challenge your point of view on current issues asks: Should the United States drill for oil in protected offshore waters?

Do the activity

Donate Your Car to KQED

Interested in donating your vehicle to an organization you believe in? Schedule a pickup that's convenient for you.

Check, Please! Bay Area

The hit series featuring ordinary diners reviewing local restaurants.

Watch Check, Please! episodes online

Check, Please! Bay Area Restaurant Map

Bay Area Bites - KQED's Food Blog