Energy & Environment — Truck makers seek to escape climate commitments

View Online Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story  Truck companies seek to evade Calif. emissions limits Truck makers are seeking to avoid both California pollution rules and their own electrification commitments, according to a new lawsuit. © Getty Images The lawsuit, filed by Daimler Truck North America, International Motors, Paccar and Volvo Group North America sought to make it so the companies don't have to comply with the state emissions rules after recent federal government efforts to axe the state level requirements.   The companies argued that recent federal government resolutions "statutorily preempted California's emissions standards governing heavy-duty vehicles and engines."   "Notwithstanding that new legislation, California continues to demand compliance with its heavy-duty emissions standards," the case stated.   In addition, the lawsuit asks the court to prevent the state from enforcing its "Clean Truck Partnership" with the companies under which they committed to meet California's standards in exchange for the state loosening some requirements.    Read more here, from The Hill's Sharon Udasin. Welcome to The Hill's Energy & Environment newsletter, I'm Rachel Frazin  — keeping you up to speed on the policies impacting everything from oil and gas to new supply chains. Did someone forward you this newsletter? Subscribe here. Essential Reads  How policy will affect the energy and environment sectors now and in the future: Green groups sue Trump administration over report downplaying climate damage Environmental advocates are suing the Trump administration over what they described as a secretive plan to undermine climate science.  Full Story Second MAHA report's release delayed The anticipated release of the second report by the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission has been delayed as the White House says scheduling will take some time.Spirit Airlines is sounding alarms about its future operations less than six months after the Florida-based budget air carrier emerged from bankruptcy protection.  Full Story Record US power usage predicted in 2025, 2026 U.S. electricity usage is expected to grow to new highs in 2025 and 2026, according to a Tuesday projection.  Full Story What We're Reading  News we've flagged from other outlets touching on energy issues, the environment and other topics: Chemours 'boldly' violating pollution permit, putting Ohio River at risk, judge rules (Louisville Courier Journal) Interior Department targets wind developers using bird protection law (Heatmap) What Others are Reading  Two key stories on The Hill right now: Abbott hitting reset in Texas redistricting standoff Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) said Tuesday he'll call for another special session this week to redraw the state's congressional district maps, as he seeks to wait out the Texas Democrats who have fled for blue states across the country.  Read more Mamdani leading NYC mayor race by 19 points: Poll Zohran Mamdani leads in the New York City mayoral race by almost 20 points in a five-person field as opposition to the state lawmaker's bid continues to be split among multiple candidates, a new poll shows. Read more   You're all caught up. See you tomorrow!  Check out The Hill's Energy & Environment page for the latest coverage. Like this newsletter? Take a moment to view our other topical products here 📩 Privacy Policy  |  Manage Subscriptions  |  Unsubscribe  400 N Capitol Street NW Suite 650, Washington, DC 20001 Copyright © 1998 - 2025 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved.

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