Tag: California energy commission

Vitol says Exxon Mobil lacked ‘transparency’ during Torrance outage

Vitol says Exxon Mobil lacked ‘transparency’ during Torrance outage

Exxon Mobil explosion knocked out gasoline-producing unit for over a year By Liz Hampton HOUSTON, Aug 18 (Reuters) – Swiss commodity trader Vitol SA criticized Exxon Mobil Corp this week for failing to be transparent about maintenance at its Los Angeles refinery following a February 2015 blast, which contributed to tighter gasoline supplies and higher prices. […]

By August 18, 2016 0 Comments Read More →
Household LEDs standards adopted by California

Household LEDs standards adopted by California

Move could prompt lawmakers, manufacturers to adopt LEDs standards nationwide SACRAMENTO, Calif. _ California on Wednesday became the first state to set energy efficiency standards for household LEDs and smaller track-lighting-style light bulbs, a move that could save consumers billions in utility bills and prompt lawmakers and manufacturers to adopt them nationwide. The California Energy […]

By January 28, 2016 0 Comments Read More →
California welcomes world’s first fully sustainable biofuel facility

California welcomes world’s first fully sustainable biofuel facility

Biodico Westside will produce up to 20 million gallons of biodiesel per year FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. & VENTURA COUNTY, Calif.-California is welcoming the world’s first fully sustainable liquid biofuel facility to help address energy needs and climate goals with an economically viable solution. The new San Joaquin Valley-based facility, which is owned and operated by […]

By December 12, 2015 0 Comments Read More →