The governor has moved aggressively to shut down oil production, but government forecasts show the state will still need 11.5 billion gallons of gas and diesel in 2035.

State data confirms demand for oil and gas is increasing in the Golden State, dealing a harsh dose of reality to Governor Newsom’s energy transition narrative.

With no pipeline connections to the lower-48, California is an “energy island” that must either produce the oil it needs in-state or import it on tankers from overseas.

State, federal, and academic experts agree that California will maintain high demand for oil over the next three decades. The governor’s policies disregard their projections.

Policies curbing domestic oil production cede influence over energy markets and fuel costs to foreign regimes.

Continuing to cut oil and gas production faster than experts recommend could create energy supply shortfalls and more price volatility at the gas pump.

Governor Newsom’s policies shun traditional fuels that the economy still needs, leaving families and businesses vulnerable to supply shocks and price volatility.

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.

The Bee did not refute any of the data used and ignored the bigger picture on how foreign oil imports mean higher gas prices for working families.