California is facing increasing pressure to strengthen its climate program, as industry groups and lawmakers express concerns about driving up energy costs. This comes as the state contends with an unprecedented heat wave and shrinking snowpack in the Sierra Nevada mountains, amplifying the challenges posed by climate change. As part of the effort to transition towards cleaner energy, Honda and Sony have launched a new EV brand, Afeela, that will be available only in California, marking a significant step in the state's electrification efforts. Despite skyrocketing oil prices, drilling in California is not expected to surge due to aging fields and volatile markets. Meanwhile, there is a call to hold oil companies accountable for their role in climate misinformation, as governments seek to prevent Big Oil from receiving a liability shield.