Energy
Support the Small Business Energy Loan Enhancement Act
Our advocates in Washington, D.C., are pushing a high-priority proposal to open funding for energy efficiency projects.
H.R. 1491, the Small Business Energy Loan Enhancement Act, would expand financing for small businesses from $5.5 million to $10 million for efficiency projects.
New Study Finds that the Salton Sea Has Enough Lithium to Power Nearly 400 Million EVs
A new analysis of the Salton Sea has found that there is enough Lithium to power nearly 400 million electric vehicles.
Read MoreBiden Administration Announces Hydrogen Investment for SoCal Ports
The Biden Administration has announced a major investment in hydrogen production for the SoCal ports.
Read MoreNewsom Signs Bill that will Penalize Potential ‘Price Gouging’ at the Pump
Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a bill that would address price gouging at the gas pump following record-high gas prices.
Read MorePasadena City Council Sets 2030 Deadline to Reach Carbon Neutrality
The Pasadena City Council has passed an emergency declaration on climate change, eyeing a 2030 deadline for carbon neutrality.
Read MoreCalifornia led the Nation in Zero-Emission Vehicle Sales in 2022
With over 1 million vehicles cars sold, California led the nation in zero-emission vehicle purchases in 2022.
Read MoreCity of Los Angeles Sued Over Oil & Gas Ban
Last week, an oil company sued the city of Los Angeles over a law that bans new oil and gas drilling white phasing out existing operations.
Read MoreCalifornia to Invest $1 Billion for Electric Vehicle Chargers
The California Public Utilities Commission approved $1 billion for the building of electric vehicle chargers.
With the news of California banning the sale of gas-powered vehicles within the next few decades, the state investing in chargers is a great sign.
Read MoreGovernor Newsom Announces Plan to Cap Oil Refinery Profits
On Monday, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced his plan to combat high fuel prices, after months of record-breaking gas costs.
Read MoreGlendale Considers Building Electrification Code
Glendale is developing new building electrification, and electric vehicle (EV) reach codes. The new regulations would impact new building construction effective January 1st, 2023.
The city staff is soliciting feedback on the proposed codes now. City council action is anticipated later this fall.