Can the Fuel Emissions Freedom Act protect America’s auto industry from California?
California, your emissions policy is under scrutiny. This is the essence of House Bill HR 4117, known as the Freedom of Fuel Emissions Act, which is causing quite a stir in the automotive sector. Even if Congress decides to clarify things, the lawsuit is definitely on the horizon. California hasn’t hesitated to leverage the courts […]
Democrats urge the Trump administration to maintain vehicle emissions standards
Over 100 Democrats sent a letter on Wednesday to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) administrator, Lee Zeldin, urging the agency to revoke its proposed repeal of federal vehicle emission standards. In July, the EPA hinted at withdrawing a 2009 finding that allows it to regulate greenhouse gas emissions from vehicles. This proposed change would scrap […]
EPA suggests eliminating the need for companies to disclose their greenhouse gas emissions.
The Trump administration has put forward a plan to eliminate the requirement for businesses to disclose their greenhouse gas emissions. On Friday, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) confirmed this proposal, which could affect rules that, since 2009, have mandated major emitters to report their emissions. This regulation typically targets facilities that release at least 25,000 […]
Sheep take the place of gas mowers at solar farms to cut down emissions
Solar Grazing: A Sustainable Solution for Solar Farms Forget the noise of lawn mowers and gas-guzzling tractors. Modern solar companies are now looking to sheep for keeping the grass trimmed and weeds in check beneath solar panels. These eco-friendly grazers can maneuver easily between tight panel rows, effectively cutting down on maintenance costs and carbon […]
New participants could find an opportunity to make an impact after trucks leave California emissions agreements.
As major truck manufacturers look to distance themselves from California’s stringent emissions regulations, industry experts are pondering the possible effects of this shift on new market entrants. “All our competitors have just rolled out their strategies,” Craig Segall, former aide to the California Air Resources Board, shared. This change came to light when four manufacturers […]
DOJ takes legal action against California to stop the enforcement of truck emissions standards.
DOJ Files Lawsuit Against California Over Emissions Regulations The Department of Justice (DOJ) has initiated legal action against California concerning its emissions regulations. On Thursday, the DOJ took this step as part of a broader objective to transition to “zero-emissions” engines by 2036. This move is in opposition to the California Air Resources Board (CARB) […]
Trump administration cancels California’s emissions reduction deal with truck makers
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has deemed the emissions agreements between California and four major truck manufacturers as “unenforceable.” This conclusion follows an FTC investigation into whether these truck and engine manufacturers may have violated antitrust laws by engaging in practices related to the “Clean Truck Partnership” with the California Air Resources Commission. In July […]
Zeldin reverses Obama-era discovery on greenhouse gas emissions.
EPA Administrator Defends Repeal of Obama-Era Climate Regulations Lee Zeldin, the EPA administrator, is standing by the choice to eliminate regulations established during the Obama administration. These rules aimed to allow agencies to monitor emissions from vehicles, planes, and coal plants as a means of addressing climate change. Zeldin stressed that he wouldn’t regulate “the […]
EPA leader Lee Zeldin to cancel ‘holy grail’ emissions decision from Obama era that increased energy expenses for years
EPA Head Plans to Revoke Obama-Era Emissions Regulations WASHINGTON – Lee Zeldin, the administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, is set to scrap emissions regulations established during the Obama administration. He has previously referred to these rules as the “Holy Grail of Climate Change Religion.” These regulations are linked to $1 trillion in costs and […]
Google’s Carbon Emissions Have Increased by a Significant 51% Since 2019 Due to AI
Google’s Carbon Emissions Surge According to the most recent sustainability report, Google’s carbon emissions have surged by 51% since 2019. This increase is occurring amidst the company’s ongoing commitment to artificial intelligence. In its 2025 Sustainability Report, the tech giant disclosed that its “ambition-based emissions” rose by 11% last year, totaling 11.5 million tonnes of […]