The Battle for California's Energy Future with Mike Umbro

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Mike Umbro, founder of Californians for Energy and Science, reveals how California's energy policies are creating economic hardship while potentially increasing global emissions through energy imports. We discuss the urgent crisis facing the state as refinery closures threaten to push gas prices toward $8.50 per gallon.
• California currently imports 75% of its oil from foreign sources compared to just 5% historically
• Two refineries closing in the next year will remove 19% of California's remaining refining capacity
• California's gas prices are the highest in the continental US and electricity rates are triple those in Texas
• Emissions from imports and shipping aren't counted in state carbon calculations, creating false impressions of progress
• 20% of California ratepayers are currently behind on their utility bills due to high energy costs
• California's energy policies affect neighboring states like Arizona and Nevada that depend on its refineries
• The industry has largely stopped applying for new drilling permits due to regulatory blockades
• Environmental policies should focus on "reduce, reuse, recycle" rather than eliminating local production
• Recent committee hearings suggest Sacramento officials are beginning to question current approaches
Check out Californians for Energy and Science at energyandscience.com to learn more about these issues and join our movement for sensible energy policy.

Chapters

1. The Battle for California's Energy Future with Mike Umbro (00:00:00)

2. Podcast Introduction with Mike Umbro (00:00:28)

3. California's Energy Regulatory Challenges (00:04:25)

4. Educating Youth on Energy Economics (00:11:08)

5. Environmental Hypocrisy and Import Issues (00:20:30)

6. California's Refinery Crisis Explained (00:28:46)

7. Finding Support and Building Momentum (00:37:14)

8. Looking Forward: Policy and Future Plans (00:42:58)