Trump Revokes California’s Authority to Set Auto Emissions Standards
Officials from the EPA and DOT announced on Thursday that they are revoking California’s authority to set auto emissions standards under the Clean Air Act.
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Port of Long Beach Inventory Shows Diesel Emissions Slashed by 87%
The Port of Long Beach slashed air emissions across the board between 2005 and 2018, according to the latest annual inventory conducted by an independent consultant.
More Automakers Consider Joining California Emissions Plan
Two more automakers are in talks with state officials about potentially joining California’s emissions plan, Governor Gavin Newsom said this week.
San Jose Signs PPA for 100 MW of Solar and 10 MW Battery Storage
San Jose Clean Energy, the city’s new electricity generation service provider, signed a 20-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with EDP Renewables North America for 100 megawatts of solar energy and 10 MW of battery storage.
Quarter of North American Utilities Given Negative Credit
About 26% of all regulated North American utilities have a negative outlook or are on credit watch with negative implications, according to a recent S&P Global Ratings midyear report.
Automakers Reach Emissions Deal with California, Defying Trump
Four major automakers struck a deal with the state of California on fuel efficiency, defying the Trump administration’s push to roll back emissions standards. Ford, Volkswagen, BMW, and Honda reached a voluntary agreement with the California Air Resources Board (CARB) on Thursday.
Investors Urge California Lawmakers to Prohibit Deforestation
Domini Impact Investments is urging the California State Senate to pass legislation that would prohibit deforestation and mandate disclosure by state contractors and subcontractors. Investors representing $400 billion in assets have signed a letter supporting the bill.
Solar Plus Storage to Save California School District $2.2 Million
Pleasanton Unified School District signed a 25-year power purchase agreement financed by Duke Energy Renewables for REC Solar onsite solar plus storage. The investment in solar carports and battery energy storage at one high school is projected to save the district more than $2.2 million over the lifetime of the PPA.
California Agencies Seek Help from Local Water Experts & the Public
The water-challenged state of California is asking the public to help craft its approach to water management in order to build what Governor Gavin Newsom is calling “a climate-resilient water system.” The Natural Resources Agency, California Environmental Protection Agency, and Department of Food and Agriculture are putting together recommendations for ... Read more »
Kaiser Permanente Focuses on Energy Resilience: Q&A with Seth Baruch
Seth Baruch, national director for energy and utilities at Kaiser Permanente, shares the health care system’s strategy around renewables, storage, and energy resiliency in a shifting market.
Toyota and Kenworth Roll Out Zero-Emission Trucks in California
Toyota and Kenworth’s fuel cell electric heavy-duty trucks hit the road in California this week. These zero-emission trucks were developed with support from the Port of Los Angeles, the California Air Resources Board (CARB), and Shell. UPS will be one of the first companies to use the vehicles.
Jackson Family Wines Reaps Water Pricing Advantages: Q&A with Julien Gervreau
Julien Gervreau, vice president of sustainability for Jackson Family Wines, shares how assigning a price to every gallon of water used at the wineries makes the company stronger and more profitable.