State GovernmentNext Climate Change Political Battle: Cleaner FuelsJuly 27, 2017 | Amy QuintonNow that California's cap-and-trade program has been extended another decade, the focus on fighting climate change turns to cleaner fuels. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Some Pumps To Display Cap And Trade CostsJuly 5, 2016 | Steve MilneSome California gas stations may soon be displaying controversial new stickers on their pumps, next to the labels about federal, state and local sales taxes. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentEPA Fails To Protect Water From Oilfield ContaminationApril 14, 2016(AP) - A federal review says the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is failing to protect drinking-water reserves from oilfield contamination.
EnvironmentFeds: Risk Of 2016 Quake Increases, Especially In OklahomaMarch 28, 2016(AP) — Federal scientists say the chance of damaging earthquakes hitting east of the Rockies has increased significantly, much of it a man-made byproduct of drilling for energy.
EnvironmentScientists Link Oil And Gas Activity To Earthquakes In CaliforniaFebruary 4, 2016 | Amy QuintonScientists have linked wastewater disposal from oil and gas activity to earthquakes in California for the first time. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornia Lawmakers Say Fracking Study Shows Lax OversightAugust 25, 2015 | Amy QuintonCalifornia lawmakers have questioned state oil and gas regulators and scientists over results of an independent study on fracking released earlier this year. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentLawmaker Wants Label On Food Made With 'Fracking Water'August 19, 2015 | Chris NicholsA lawmaker says he wants consumers to know what kind of water is used on their food
State GovernmentLawmaker Defends California Climate Change BillAugust 12, 2015 | Chris NicholsDebate over an ambitious climate change bill continues to sizzle in the California Legislature as its final vote nears.