An idle well fee program is masking vast cleanup costs while harming residents and the climate.
Tension over energy industry oversight has sparked a rare agreement between climate activists and the oil and gas industry.
Meanwhile, banks help fossil fuel giants raise more than $1 trillion via “hidden” financial support.
The bill, which awaits a decision by Gov. Gavin Newsom, follows ProPublica’s reporting on the multibillion-dollar cost to clean up California’s oil and gas industry and the exodus of major companies shifting ownership of thousands of aging wells.
Meanwhile, report after report shows greenhouse gas emissions are on the rise in New Mexico.
The legislation would set a precedent by requiring large companies to disclose total greenhouse gas emissions.
If signed by Gov. Newsom, the legislation would set a precedent by requiring large companies to disclose total greenhouse gas emissions.
In Texas, a new tax break program full of loopholes has led critics to warn that it will be exploited by major fossil fuel producers.
Industry lobbyists targeting legislators with “myth after myth” to stop emissions disclosure bill, says key environmental group.
As the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative stalls in the courts, front-line communities ask the administration to prioritize their input.
The legacy of fossil fuel development endures in leaks, spills and neglect.
Sempra is pitching lawmakers on industry-friendly climate solutions paid by ratepayers.
Following watchdog’s advice, senators shrink tax giveaway program for oil and gas.
The state’s largest fossil fuel companies won a new loophole big enough for a liquified natural gas plant.
Residents and scientists had called for research on health risks for years, while industry campaign denied links.
Environmental groups fault the Railroad Commission for lax oversight, warn of health impacts.
The Treasurer’s Office paid $73.2 million to banks that sell state climate bonds while still funding fossil fuels.
State senator cites story, which revealed oil lobbyist’s misleading tactics.
Program at San Juan College School of Energy would certify “clean” fossil fuels.
Two blocked climate bills show the oil and gas industry, related unions can still sway the new Democratic House majority.