Los Angeles Times • 2026-09-29

California on track to conserve 30% of its land, but is lagging on coastal waters

The state added more than 1 million acres this last year toward its goal of conserving 30% of it land by 2030. It made no progress toward conserving 30% of its coastal waters in the same time frame.

Los Angeles Times • 2026-09-29

Lower mileage standards, higher pump costs: What Trump's auto move means for California

Experts say Trump's new fuel standards could complicate California’s efforts to address climate change at a time when drivers face some of the nation’s highest gas prices.

The Guardian • 2026-09-28

Trump administration to slash clean car rules aimed at cutting climate emissions

Environmentalists decry move that relaxes requirements on automakers to control pollution from gas-powered cars

Los Angeles Times • 2026-09-27

Trump set to roll back Biden-era auto fuel economy standards

The Trump administration is planning to release new fuel efficiency mandates Monday that would roll back rules implemented under President Biden.