Five Energy Policy Myths California’s Next Governor Should Reject
California’s energy policies aren’t working for everyone. Now is the time to challenge the conventional wisdom driving the state’s energy agenda.
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Aug 18, 2026
Do California Energy Policies Work for Everyone? The Data Says No. >
A Breakthrough Institute analysis found California's approach to energy and climate is leaving working families behind.
Mar 10, 2026
‘Lose, Lose, Lose’: Importing Gasoline Sends Jobs and Revenues Out of State >
Instead of addressing the hostile policies pushing refineries out of business, California is turning to foreign fuel suppliers who don’t employ local workers or pay local taxes.
Mar 03, 2026
Four Reasons Why Importing Gasoline is a Bad Strategy for California >
Some say California should turn to foreign suppliers for the gasoline we need. In a special four-part series, we’ll explore why that’s a bad strategy.
May 13, 2025
ICYMI: SF Chronicle Warns California is Unprepared for Refinery Closures >
Contra Costa County alone has 3,000 direct and 15,000 indirect jobs related to refinery operations.
Aug 28, 2024
Alarm Abounds as CARB Demands the Impractical >
Industry experts warn that mandates to electrify ports and rail transport will cost Californians jobs and raise costs for consumers across the country.
Jul 09, 2024
Hampered by High Energy Costs, California Nears Slip Down Economic Rankings >
Those who understand energy won’t be surprised that California is projected to fall down economic rankings in 2024.
Feb 28, 2023
After Years of Pledging Support, Newsom Fails to Fund Worker Transition Programs >
One energy employee called the budget decision a ‘slap in the face’ as thousands of oil and gas jobs are soon to be lost under Governor Newsom’s policies.
Feb 16, 2023
Agency Experts Warn Sacramento: Your Energy Policies Hurt Californians >
A new analysis finds state energy policies will raise costs, slow job growth, and increase income inequality. Sacramento has ignored such warnings in the past.
Jan 25, 2023
Outlier Report Shrugs Off Cost of Killing 60,000 California Energy Jobs >
The Gender Equity Policy Institute offers an unserious analysis that will bolster talking points for the radical oil shutdown activists with whom it keeps close ties.