The challenge: In less than six months, California is on track to lose nearly 18% of its refining capacity — the equivalent of almost one gallon out of every five produced in the state. That sharp drop stems from decades of policies promulgated by state officials who are increasingly hostile to critical energy infrastructure.
California already has the highest gasoline prices in the nation. Without real policy reform, today's prices may look cheap compared to what's ahead. At the end of the day, a shift in energy policies could reduce financial burdens on all Californians.
Three startup CEOs are challenging the notion that nuclear waste is just something to bury.
Why it matters: Oklo's Jacob DeWitte, Curio's Ed McGinnis and SHINE Technologies' Greg Piefer are gaining attention from and influence with the Trump administration as well as other companies.
Toyota plans to move production of hybrid Corolla sedans from Japan to the U.S., a $912 million investment that will add some 250 manufacturing jobs across five states.
Why it matters: The announcement is part of Toyota's recent commitment to invest up to $10 billion in the U.S. over the next five years.
David Richardson, the acting Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) chief, resigned on Monday after just six months in the post, multiple outlets reported.
The big picture: Richardson had no experience managing natural disasters. He faced sharp criticism for being unavailable as deadly flooding in Central Texas killed more than 130 people in July.
