California Energy Journal Weekly

For the week of April 7, 2026 to April 13, 2026

California Challenges Federal Offshore Fracking Review

California Energy Journal Weekly

For the week of March 31, 2026 to April 6, 2026

NRC Approves Diablo Canyon License Extension to 2045, Shifting Decision to California Legislature

The NRC approved a 20-year operating license renewal for the Diablo Canyon Power Plant, authorizing operations for the two units until the mid-2040s.

Federal Court Allows California Oil Setback Law to Remain in Effect

A federal district court denied the Trump administration’s request to block California’s oil and gas setback law, allowing the state to continue enforcing restrictions on drilling near homes, schools, and hospitals.

California Energy Journal Weekly

For the week of March 24, 2026 to March 30, 2026