California Air Resources Board.
clean air agency in the government of California
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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Newsom appoints leadership to the California Air Resources Board (CARB), while the existence of the Coastal Commission is tied to Jerry Brown's tenure.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Newsom appoints David Silva to lead the California Air Resources Board and serves as mayor of Buellton.Some support1 report
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Milton founded and led Nikola Corp., which subsequently secured state funding from CARB and positioned itself as a rival to Tesla.Some support3 reports
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Dan Sparks and Ann Rest supported opposing California Air Resources Board regulations.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Trump's memo superseded the California Air Resources Board's evaluation authority.Well supported35 reports
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CARB recommends specific gas station setbacks and requires coordination with the local district in Ventura.Some support1 report
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California Air Resources Board announces plans to suspend its carbon market program and share it with Quebec.Some support3 reports
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Mahoney Environmental, acquired by Neste, is expanding its compliance efforts to meet California Air Resources Board requirements.Some support1 report
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CARB regulations are driving increased demand for new sensor technologies.Some support1 report
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The California Air Resources Board (CARB) implements a new climate disclosure regime for regulated entities.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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Geotab integrates a protocol to ensure compliance with California Air Resources Board regulations.Some support2 reports
One to three months ago
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The European Commission is extending trade surveillance on fuel ethanol imports, while comments are submitted regarding E15 fuel specifications by the California Air Resources Board.Some support2 reports
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CARB standards grant extended battery coverage.Some support1 report
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Trump's regulatory actions and the resulting lawsuit challenge California's emissions authority.Well supported11 reports6 developments inside
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Newsom uses international platforms to counter Trump's political profile while CAARB administers the state's cap-and-invest program.Some support1 report
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The California Air Resources Board, California Department of Food and Agriculture, and California Energy Commission are jointly managing state carbon market funds and implementing investment programs.Some support1 report1 development inside
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CARB, Institute for Energy Research, and Southern California Edison are analyzing state energy market trends and managing the Cap-and-Invest Program in Sacramento.Some support1 report
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Legislature amends bills affecting agency rulemaking, alongside an expert assessment of E15 viability.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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CARB regulations, operating under California Governor Newsom's policy, are increasing shipping and goods costs.Some support3 reports3 developments inside
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A resolution has been introduced in the House seeking to prevent the mandates of the California Air Resources Board from driving up costs.Some support1 report1 development inside
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CARB cleaned up smog in Los Angeles basin while the House passed a resolution to overturn a CARB rule.Some support2 reports
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New legislation mandates new testing and remediation standards by the California Air Resources Board.Some support1 report
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CARB has intervened, objecting to the sale proceedings of Searles Valley Minerals due to environmental liabilities.Some support1 report
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The California Air Resources Board is coordinating prescribed burn plans to manage air quality in Santa Barbara County.Some support1 report1 development inside
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CARB provides technical guidance regarding air quality issues in Santa Barbara County.Some support1 report
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A law passed in California caused a customer to switch products on September 7th.Some support1 report
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CARB penalties are triggered due to smog non-attainment issues in the Valley, according to new data.Some support1 report
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California Air Resources Board is conducting comparisons between Los Angeles and Las Vegas.Some support1 report
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The executive branch oversees regulatory bodies such as the California Air Resources Board (CARB).Some support1 report
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Yamaha is filing documents for its 2027 SP model, which utilizes Öhlins components and must comply with CARB emissions standards.Some support1 report
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The California Air Resources Board operates within the state capital area of Sacramento.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Guerra, who represents the neighborhood, has been confirmed as a member of the California Air Resources Board (CARB).Some support2 reports
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The California Air Resources Board is operating based on recommendations from international scientific bodies.Some support1 report
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The California Air Resources Board is facing scrutiny over delays in implementing its policies.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Policies led to energy infrastructure decline and fuel strain.Some support2 reports
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Adina Paytan partnered with CARB to set up monitoring stations at Los Cerritos Wetlands in Orange County.Some support1 report
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Lawmakers have tasked regulators to create rules for Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS).Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Political figures, including members of Congress, are publicly criticizing and challenging the California Air Resources Board's policies regarding emissions standards and waivers.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Jay Obernolte is actively seeking to overturn specific emissions waivers related to policies set by the California Air Resources Board and the Environmental Protection Agency.Some support2 reports
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PG&E submitted an emissions report to the CPUC, and the CARB subsequently directed PG&E to achieve emissions reduction targets.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Agencies discuss climate and energy legacies.Some support1 report
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CARB enforces emissions strategy in ports, receiving EPA authorization for the rule.Some support1 report
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Newsom stated that clean energy is being used to maintain dominance.Some support2 reports
Gone quiet
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The California Air Resources Board regulates the utilization of federal tax credits in coordination with the Internal Revenue Service.Some support1 report
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Newsom initiated a rebate program administered by CARB, which involves the automaker Ford.Some support9 reports1 development inside
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Newsom champions state goals aligned with CARB mandates, contrasting CA policy with Trump administration failures.Some support2 reports
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Newsom signed a bill creating a new incentive program for the California Air Resources Board.Well supported8 reports1 development inside
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Laguna Beach is considering a contract with PowerFlex to build EV charging infrastructure, supported by CARB mandates and SCE rebates.Some support1 report
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EPA forwarded CARB rules to Congress for review and exempted islanded data center power plants from limits.Some support1 report
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The California Air Resources Board is facing a lawsuit filed in the Los Angeles County Superior Court.Some support4 reports
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Geoff Cooper argues that the regulatory process is currently delaying the availability of fuel.Some support14 reports1 development inside
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Agencies including the California Air Resources Board and the Governor's Office are collaborating to accelerate clean transportation through the First Public Hydrogen Authority.Some support1 report
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Cap-and-Invest program goals guide credit distribution, following CPUC directives regarding credit issuance involving CARB and PG&E.Well supported6 reports
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The California Air Resources Board is affected by severe air quality alerts.Some support5 reports
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The California Air Resources Board is undergoing an incentive program overhaul amid heavy lobbying pressure from the oil industry.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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Regulations issued by the California Air Resources Board are currently affecting local refining operations in Bakersfield.Some support1 report
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Trump issues a memo asking the EPA to clarify emission repair actions amidst pushes for national right-to-repair legislation in states like Maine and Massachusetts.Well supported4 reports
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The California Air Resources Board announced the deferral of corporate greenhouse gas (GHG) reporting deadlines for companies doing business in the state.Some support2 reports
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Donald Trump's memo is viewed by some as an attack on the California Air Resources Board (CARB).Some support2 reports
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Policy decisions affect regional costs of living involving the California Air Resources Board and England.Some support1 report
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What's reaching California Air Resources Board
Events traced to California Air Resources Board, step by step, newest first- Democratic victory may strengthen California Air Resources Board mandatesDemocratic victory may strengthen California Air Resources Board mandatesPossible
- California Air Resources Board faces pressure from state budget woesCARB's mandates may face pressure amid California's budget and energy cost crisesPossible
- CARB's jurisdiction may change after fracking ban is vacatedCARB's regulatory scope may shift following invalidation of state fracking banPossible
- Newsom's inherited mandates reinforce CARB's emissions authorityCARB's core regulatory authority is reinforced by inherited climate mandatesAlready happening
- CARB may face tougher regulations amid emissions shortfallCalifornia Air Resources Board may face tougher regulations amid emissions shortfallLikely
- Prop 45 could limit CARB's review of large California projectsProp 45 could limit CARB's review of large California projectsPossible
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- Court ruling may challenge CARB's environmental basis for fracking banCARB's regulatory authority over oil activities faces legal challenge in Kern CountyPossible
- Power shutoff due to fire risk may trigger regulatory review by CARBThe California Air Resources Board may face regulatory review following PG&E's power shutoffPossible
- CARB must manage new state EV incentive programsCARB must adjust operations to administer new state EV incentive programsLikely
- New L.A. sidewalk dining may increase regulatory scope for CARBThe California Air Resources Board may face increased regulatory scope due to new L.A. dining rulesPossible
- Newsom-Trump conflict could reinforce CARB's climate action mandateNewsom's political rivalry may reinforce CARB's climate mandatePossible
- Wildfire smoke from Gorman fire may trigger CARB air quality responseWildfire smoke from Gorman fire may trigger CARB air quality responseLikely
- How will the coordinated steps advance Washington's entry into the carbon market affect the California Air Resources Board?CARB must finalize partner-state agreement after WA market linkage stepsReported
Around California Air Resources Board this week
News at the entities that move California Air Resources Board most-
Gavin Newsom StructuralGovernor Gavin Newsom announced the commutation of death sentences on November 5, 2026.Moves California Air Resources Board
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Donald Trump OperationalNPR investigated a detention plan implemented by the Trump administration, involving DHS policy officials.Moves California Air Resources Board
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Congress StructuralThe Democratic Party won a majority in Congress, with a Swiss resident in the United States being noted.Moves California Air Resources Board
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state StructuralDissanayake serves as Finance Minister of the government, while Chanakya's principles regarding state power are advocated.Moves California Air Resources Board
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State of California StructuralBill Essayli is investigating widespread fraud within state systems in California.Moves California Air Resources Board
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House StructuralAlyssa Farah Griffin and Joy Behar commented on the House's multitasking ability and questioned its priorities.Moves California Air Resources Board
Connections
The 40 strongest of 147, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Gavin Newsom Structural
Newsom exercises executive authority over CARB, dictating its policy, funding, and leadership through mandates and appointments.
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Disneyland Structural
CARB imposes mandatory air pollution compliance standards and regulations on Disneyland's operations.
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Donald Trump Operational
Donald Trump's executive actions and federal directives actively challenged and sought to supersede CARB's regulatory authority and certification monopoly.
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House Structural
CARB's regulatory mandates are subject to review and influence by the legislative body (House/Congress).
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CAP Structural
CARB is the governing body responsible for the operational management of the Cap-and-Invest Program (CAP).
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Financial Stability Board Structural
CARB operates under disclosure requirements that are based on standards established by the Financial Stability Board (FSB).
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David Silva Structural
David Silva serves as a director and member of the governing board for the California Air Resources Board.
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Congress Structural
CARB's operational programs are structurally dependent on federal incentives and policies set by Congress.
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Pacific Gas and Electric Company Structural
CARB holds regulatory authority over PG&E regarding operational emissions reduction targets.
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Geotab Structural
Geotab must comply with regulations and receive certification from the California Air Resources Board.
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Yamaha Structural
Yamaha must comply with emissions standards set by the California Air Resources Board to operate in the state.
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Port of Long Beach Structural
CARB establishes air quality standards that the Port of Long Beach must comply with for its operations.
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Valley Structural
The California Air Resources Board regulates the Valley, imposing penalties and monitoring smog issues due to non-attainment.
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Portal Structural
CARB evaluates the Portal project's viability and manages its state funding requirements.
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Los Angeles Operational
CARB actively regulates and monitors environmental conditions and emissions within the Los Angeles metropolitan area.
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state Structural
The California Air Resources Board is structurally governed and appointed by the state.
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Southern California Edison Structural
CARB establishes programs and regulations that govern the operations and affect the residential customers of Southern California Edison.
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Kern County Structural
CARB exercises formal regulatory jurisdiction over activities, such as oil injection and carbon storage, within Kern County.
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Chevrolet Structural
CARB sets EV incentive programs that Chevrolet participates in to promote EV adoption.
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SENSATA TECHNOLOGIES Structural
CARB regulations drive market demand for sensors produced by Sensata Technologies.
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Toyota Structural
CARB establishes mandatory standards that govern the battery coverage and product offerings of companies operating in California.
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Hyundai Structural
Hyundai is required to participate in and comply with programs established by the California Air Resources Board to gain market access.
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Los Angeles County Superior Court Transactional
CARB is currently involved in litigation before the Los Angeles County Superior Court regarding its cap-and-invest program.
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State of California Structural
CARB's function and authority are mandated by the laws and governmental structure of the State of California.
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Environmental Protection Agency Operational
The two regulatory bodies actively interact, with evidence showing attempts to bypass or seek alternative certification paths.
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Berkeley Structural
CARB incorporates scientific findings originating from institutions based in Berkeley into its guidance.
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Ford Structural
CARB formally oversees Ford's participation in state EV rebate and incentive programs.
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Internal Revenue Service Structural
A establishes rules governing how federal tax credits are utilized within the system administered by B.
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Office of the Comptroller of the Currency Operational
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency issued warnings and urged the California Air Resources Board regarding climate reporting laws.
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Cynthia Lummis Operational
Cynthia Lummis actively challenges the California Air Resources Board by introducing resolutions disapproving its waivers.
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Anna Caballero Structural
CARB operates under laws and rules regarding carbon storage that were authored or influenced by Anna Caballero.
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California Department of Food and Agriculture Operational
Both agencies share the operational function of managing state carbon market funds.
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Amazon Structural
CARB regulations impose operational cost increases on Amazon regarding shipping and goods.
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senate Structural
CARB's operational rules are subject to legislative review by the Senate under the Congressional Review Act and specific bills like SB 253.
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Skor Operational
Skor is engaged in a working capacity with the California Air Resources Board regarding the implementation of E15 standards.
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Robert White Structural
The regulatory body utilizes an expert's technical assessment regarding E15 viability.
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Adina Paytan Transactional
Adina Paytan formed a partnership with CARB to establish monitoring stations for shared environmental goals.
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Santa Barbara County Operational
CARB and Santa Barbara County coordinate on regional air quality management, specifically regarding prescribed burn plans.
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Laguna Beach Shared context
CARB mandates regarding zero-emission vehicles apply within the jurisdiction of Laguna Beach.
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Jon Husted Operational
Jon Husted is involved in efforts aimed at challenging or overturning the operational restrictions and mandates of the California Air Resources Board.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
2 eventsOctober 2026
6 events- Milton founded and led Nikola Corp., which subsequently secured state funding from CARB and positioned itself as a rival to Tesla.
- CARB recommends specific gas station setbacks and requires coordination with the local district in Ventura.
- California Air Resources Board announces plans to suspend its carbon market program and share it with Quebec.
- Mahoney Environmental, acquired by Neste, is expanding its compliance efforts to meet California Air Resources Board requirements.
- CARB regulations are driving increased demand for new sensor technologies.
- Geotab integrates a protocol to ensure compliance with California Air Resources Board regulations.
September 2026
13 events- The European Commission is extending trade surveillance on fuel ethanol imports, while comments are submitted regarding E15 fuel specifications by the California Air Resources Board.
- CARB standards grant extended battery coverage.
- Newsom uses international platforms to counter Trump's political profile while CAARB administers the state's cap-and-invest program.
- CARB, Institute for Energy Research, and Southern California Edison are analyzing state energy market trends and managing the Cap-and-Invest Program in Sacramento.
- A resolution has been introduced in the House seeking to prevent the mandates of the California Air Resources Board from driving up costs.
- CARB cleaned up smog in Los Angeles basin while the House passed a resolution to overturn a CARB rule.
- New legislation mandates new testing and remediation standards by the California Air Resources Board.
- CARB has intervened, objecting to the sale proceedings of Searles Valley Minerals due to environmental liabilities.
- CARB provides technical guidance regarding air quality issues in Santa Barbara County.
- A law passed in California caused a customer to switch products on September 7th.
- CARB penalties are triggered due to smog non-attainment issues in the Valley, according to new data.
- California Air Resources Board is conducting comparisons between Los Angeles and Las Vegas.
- The executive branch oversees regulatory bodies such as the California Air Resources Board (CARB).
Show 3 earlier months
August 2026
16 events- Legislature amends bills affecting agency rulemaking, alongside an expert assessment of E15 viability.
- Yamaha is filing documents for its 2027 SP model, which utilizes Öhlins components and must comply with CARB emissions standards.
- Guerra, who represents the neighborhood, has been confirmed as a member of the California Air Resources Board (CARB).
- The California Air Resources Board is operating based on recommendations from international scientific bodies.
- Policies led to energy infrastructure decline and fuel strain.
- Adina Paytan partnered with CARB to set up monitoring stations at Los Cerritos Wetlands in Orange County.
- Lawmakers have tasked regulators to create rules for Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS).
- Political figures, including members of Congress, are publicly criticizing and challenging the California Air Resources Board's policies regarding emissions standards and waivers.
- Jay Obernolte is actively seeking to overturn specific emissions waivers related to policies set by the California Air Resources Board and the Environmental Protection Agency.
- Agencies discuss climate and energy legacies.
- CARB enforces emissions strategy in ports, receiving EPA authorization for the rule.
- Newsom stated that clean energy is being used to maintain dominance.
- The California Air Resources Board regulates the utilization of federal tax credits in coordination with the Internal Revenue Service.
- Newsom champions state goals aligned with CARB mandates, contrasting CA policy with Trump administration failures.
- Laguna Beach is considering a contract with PowerFlex to build EV charging infrastructure, supported by CARB mandates and SCE rebates.
- EPA forwarded CARB rules to Congress for review and exempted islanded data center power plants from limits.
July 2026
14 events- Trump's memo superseded the California Air Resources Board's evaluation authority.
- The California Air Resources Board, California Department of Food and Agriculture, and California Energy Commission are jointly managing state carbon market funds and implementing investment programs.
- The California Air Resources Board is facing scrutiny over delays in implementing its policies.
- Newsom initiated a rebate program administered by CARB, which involves the automaker Ford.
- Newsom signed a bill creating a new incentive program for the California Air Resources Board.
- The California Air Resources Board is facing a lawsuit filed in the Los Angeles County Superior Court.
- Agencies including the California Air Resources Board and the Governor's Office are collaborating to accelerate clean transportation through the First Public Hydrogen Authority.
- Cap-and-Invest program goals guide credit distribution, following CPUC directives regarding credit issuance involving CARB and PG&E.
- The California Air Resources Board is affected by severe air quality alerts.
- Regulations issued by the California Air Resources Board are currently affecting local refining operations in Bakersfield.
- Trump issues a memo asking the EPA to clarify emission repair actions amidst pushes for national right-to-repair legislation in states like Maine and Massachusetts.
- The California Air Resources Board announced the deferral of corporate greenhouse gas (GHG) reporting deadlines for companies doing business in the state.
- Donald Trump's memo is viewed by some as an attack on the California Air Resources Board (CARB).
- Policy decisions affect regional costs of living involving the California Air Resources Board and England.
June 2026
9 events- Newsom appoints leadership to the California Air Resources Board (CARB), while the existence of the Coastal Commission is tied to Jerry Brown's tenure.
- The California Air Resources Board (CARB) implements a new climate disclosure regime for regulated entities.
- Trump's regulatory actions and the resulting lawsuit challenge California's emissions authority.
- CARB regulations, operating under California Governor Newsom's policy, are increasing shipping and goods costs.
- The California Air Resources Board is coordinating prescribed burn plans to manage air quality in Santa Barbara County.
- The California Air Resources Board operates within the state capital area of Sacramento.
- PG&E submitted an emissions report to the CPUC, and the CARB subsequently directed PG&E to achieve emissions reduction targets.
- Geoff Cooper argues that the regulatory process is currently delaying the availability of fuel.
- The California Air Resources Board is undergoing an incentive program overhaul amid heavy lobbying pressure from the oil industry.