California Lawmakers, Regulators Clash over Clean Air Push and Upcoming Closure of Oil Refineries

Senate Confirms Nancy Skinner to California Energy Commission Despite Legislative Record Creating High Energy Costs – California Globe

“California’s Legislative Swamp Selects Senate Swamp Dweller for California Energy Commission” is the title I really wanted. Here’s why: Former State Senator Nancy Skinner, a Democrat from Berkeley (redundant, right?), was just confirmed by the Senate for an appointment to the California Energy Commission. Nominated by Governor Gavin Newsom for the California Energy Commission, Skinner was an institution in the California Legislature, having ser…

Gas prices could soar with refineries closing in California

WALNUT CREEK, Calif. (KRON) -- California is bracing for the closure of two major oil refineries, including one in the Bay Area. State lawmakers are sounding the alarm on what that could mean for gas prices. At just under $5 per gallon in Walnut Creek, some drivers are forking out over $100 to fill up the tank. With two refineries preparing to shut down, that’s expected to drive up prices. In the East Bay, the Valero Benicia Refinery is expected…

California lawmakers, regulators clash over clean air push and upcoming closure of oil refineries

As two oil refineries prepare to close in California within the next year, some Democratic state lawmakers on Wednesday signaled they're losing trust with the leaders of state agencies that have been regulating the oil and gas industry.

Long Beach Faces $301 Million Oil Revenue Loss Amid Push to End Fossil Fuel Dependency - Long Beach Local News

Long Beach, CA – A newly released economic review by Long Beach City Auditor Laura Doud has sounded the alarm The post Long Beach Faces $301 Million Oil Revenue Loss Amid Push to End Fossil Fuel Dependency appeared first on Long Beach Local News.

Clean Truck Partnership Uncertain After California's Authority Challenged

Congress has revoked California's emissions authority, but CARB insists its Clean Truck Partnership with OEMs is still in effect.

BLOG: As refineries close, even Democrats are questioning California’s energy path

California is facing a pretty dire energy situation with not one, not two, but three oil refineries planning to close by the end of 2026. Phillips 66 and Valero are shutting down facilities in Wilmington