California Has Head Start On EPA Regulations Tuesday, June 3, 2014 | Sacramento, CA This Sept. 22, 2006 file photo shows the Conoco Oil Refinery in Rodeo, Calif. Rich Pedroncelli / AP / File California is farther ahead than most states in terms of thinking of shrinking its carbon footprint. But the new federal energy rules just released will require changes, and they could prove costly. Follow us for more stories like this CapRadio provides a trusted source of news because of you. As a nonprofit organization, donations from people like you sustain the journalism that allows us to discover stories that are important to our audience. If you believe in what we do and support our mission, please donate today. Donate Today