Sustainability & Climate

The fossil fuel industry is spending record amounts to keep California from regulating it

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The fossil fuel industry is spending record amounts, exceeding $17 million in the first half of 2026, on lobbying efforts in California to oppose climate and worker-safety legislation. This spending targets bills related to disaster rebuilding costs, workplace safety, and the state's cap-and-invest program, aiming to secure concessions like free pollution permits. Developers and tech professionals should monitor these legislative battles as they impact environmental regulations and the energy sector's transition.

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