Major oil and gas companies allegedly provided deceptive pollutant data to regulators

California's Energy Commission has awarded San Francisco a $5 million grant to expand the city's electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, aiming to support the growth of EVs in the region.

Meanwhile, U.S. House Republicans have advanced a bill that could block federal funding for the proposed Lava Ridge wind project in Idaho. This move could potentially hinder the expansion of renewable energy sources in the state.

The American Clean Power Association has called on California regulators to speed up renewable energy procurements, citing the need to allow ratepayers and developers to benefit from expiring federal clean energy tax credits.

In a different development, a lawsuit in Utah and Texas could potentially lead to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission relinquishing some of its reactor licensing authority. This could result in a "patchwork of state-level oversight" for nuclear energy projects.

Moving to New Mexico, the federal Bureau of Land Management's recent oil and gas lease sale netted $58.3 million for 16 parcels. The proceeds will likely contribute to the country's energy production.

The U.S. EPA has approved Vistra's plan to remove and dispose of batteries damaged by a January blaze at its Moss Landing energy storage facility.

In Colorado, regulators have accused Chevron, Occidental Petroleum, and Civitas Resources of falsifying lab reports and minimizing levels of pollutants in oil and gas facilities. The companies are currently under investigation.

Colorado business interests have proposed a ballot initiative that would require transportation-related fee, tax, and toll revenues to be allocated towards road and bridge maintenance, rather than multimodal transit and vehicle electrification programs.

Arizona's largest utilities predict that demand from planned new data centers could increase total power load by 300% over current levels. This underscores the need for increased energy infrastructure to support the growing tech industry.

Idaho has paused a federal program aimed at creating an electric vehicle charging network along interstate highways, potentially slowing the expansion of EV infrastructure in the state.

Oakland, California's city council has rejected a proposed resolution supporting legislation that would require the state to study the feasibility of replacing Pacific Gas & Electric with a public utility.

The bankruptcy of Oregon-based battery storage company Powin this summer has put its storage projects installed around the world at risk.

The Idaho National Laboratory and Amazon Web Services have teamed up to develop artificial intelligence tools for nuclear energy projects. This collaboration could lead to advancements in the field of nuclear energy.

Law enforcement records indicate that the Federal Bureau of Investigation and private security officers have been surveilling Indigenous and environmental advocates protesting the proposed Thacker Pass lithium mine in Nevada.

California columnist Sammy Roth has urged state and local officials to encourage solar development on water-stressed agricultural land. This could potentially alleviate water scarcity issues while promoting renewable energy.

Trump administration officials and other Republicans have celebrated the opening of Ramaco Resources' rare earth minerals mine in Wyoming. However, the majority of these minerals are expected to be used in clean energy applications, raising questions about the administration's commitment to the environment.

The Union of Concerned Scientists has found that California's investor-owned utilities have not built out enough transmission to meet clean energy goals or addressed reasons for continued delays.

Exus Renewables has secured nearly $150 million in financing for its Zia solar project portfolio in New Mexico. This investment will support the expansion of renewable energy in the state.

Finally, California officials have stated that claims stemming from January's Eaton Fire could "fully exhaust" the state's wildfire fund if Southern California Edison is found liable for sparking the blaze. This underscores the potential financial impact of wildfires on utilities and the state.

In Colorado, companies accused of falsifying lab tests and underreporting pollution levels in soil and groundwater at natural gas sites include Extraction Oil & Gas and PDC Energy. These companies are currently under investigation.