Some of the world’s largest oil companies are asking the Supreme Court to intervene in a legal dispute that could cost their industry billions of dollars. The petition seeks to determine if federal law prevents U.S. cities, states, and counties from suing Exxon Mobil, Chevron and other oil majors in state court for lying to the public about the dangers of fossil fuels. Industry lawyers argue that there is now a clear conflict among lower courts on this question. The companies fear that years might pass before another opportunity to address this issue comes along.
Solar Dominates US Energy Capacity Growth
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has published data showing that solar accounted for over 75% of US electrical generating
