California fuels rule sparks controversy

Just as it pioneered curbs on greenhouse gas emissions from cars and light trucks a decade ago, California is championing standards that could transform the fuel that goes into their tanks.

But its new rule, which requires lowering the amount of carbon in fuel sold in the state, has become embroiled in a fierce public battle and has been barred from being enforced. In light of tight state budgets, litigation over California's program and a strong lobbying campaign against them, the question is whether the ambitious climate policy will get off the ground.

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Stephanie McCrummen 30 Jan, 2012


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