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November 2024

CARB Approves New Low-Carbon Fuel Regulations
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) approved changes to the state’s low carbon fuel standard (LCFS) that include accelerated targets to reduce the…
California Voters Approve $10 Billion Climate Bond
On November 5, 2024, California voters approved a $10 billion bond to fund climate-related programs.
Berkeley Voters Reject Natural Gas Tax
Berkeley voters rejected a ballot measure to implement a new tax on natural gas use in buildings.
EVs the Focus of Newsom’s Efforts to “Safeguard” California from Trump Administration
Governor Gavin Newsom is looking to protect California’s electric vehicle (EV) policies during the last months of the Biden administration.
Newsom Orders Review to Address Rising Electricity Prices
Governor Gavin Newsom signed an executive order October 30 intended to provide relief for rising electricity prices.

October 2024

Phillips 66 Says Decision to Close Wilmington Refinery Part of Long-Term Analysis
Phillips 66’s decision to close its Wilmington Refinery, also known as its Los Angeles Refinery, in the fourth quarter of 2025 came after a long-term…
Newsom Signs Bill to Regulate Oil Refinery Supply
Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law AB-1, which would authorize the California Energy Commission (CEC) to require oil refineries to maintain minimum…
Newsom Vetoes Solar Bill Benefitting Schools
On September 27, 2024, Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed SB 1374, which would have increased incentives for shared solar panels on apartment buildings and…
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Philip MacFarlane
Newsom Splits on Legislation to Get Rid of Natural Gas
Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation to facilitate the transition of whole neighborhoods from natural gas to electric appliances.
Newsom Signs Bills on Power Shutoffs and Energy Cost Study
Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law several bills that address increased electricity costs.
Newsom Signs Bill to Require EVs to Have Capability to Power Homes and Grid
Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law SB 59, which gives state regulators the power to require that electric vehicles (EVs) have the capability to power…
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