Helping Californians Understand
Energy Economics, Security, and Policy.
Helping Californians Understand Energy Economics, Security, and Policy.
Welcome to Californians for Energy and Science
California faces an unprecedented energy economic crisis—from the price we pay at the gas pump to the reliability of our electric grid and the competitiveness of our businesses.
Our mission is simple: provide Californians with clear, fact-based information about energy economics, supply security, and the policies that shape our energy costs.
We believe informed citizens make better economic decisions. That’s why we translate complex energy data and economic studies into understandable insights that matter to families, businesses, and communities across California.
Where Do You Want Your Oil From?
Policies & Issues
Economic analysis of California’s energy policies including refinery crisis, foreign oil dependence, regulatory costs, federal opportunities, and hydraulic fracturing. Solutions prioritizing affordability and energy security.
News & Updates
Current analysis of energy developments affecting California families and businesses. Recent economic impacts, policy changes, price projections, and market developments with practical implications.
Facts & Data
Comprehensive energy economics dashboard with cost comparisons, import dependence data, regulatory impact analysis, business competitiveness metrics, and consumer projections. Monthly updates with latest information.
Economic Crisis: The Numbers Every Californian Should Know
What This Means for Your Wallet:
Gas prices could reach $6.04-$6.43 per gallon by end of 2025 (33% increase)
With both refinery closures: $7.35-$8.44 per gallon by end of 2026 (75% increase)
California’s regulatory costs add $1.47 per gallon – highest in the nation
We spend $25 billion annually on foreign oil imports instead of investing in domestic productioElectricity rates are 38% higher than national average, costing families thousands annuallyn
$25 billion annually flows out of California to foreign oil producers
California’s Energy Crisis - the Economic Reality:
California faces a permanent 20% reduction in gasoline production by 2026
Phillips 66 Los Angeles refinery closing October 2025 (139,000 barrels/day capacity)
Valero Benicia refinery closing April 2026 (145,000 barrels/day capacity)
Combined closures could create a shortage of 6.6 to 13.1 million gallons per day
California has lost 69% of its refineries since 1982 while population increased 25%
The Import Economic Reality:
California imports 70% of its oil from foreign countries (up from 5% in 1998)
Iraq is now California’s #1 oil supplier (21.3% of imports), creating supply chain vulnerabilities
Guyana supplies 15.8% while Ecuador provides 13.6% of our oil needs
We spend $25 billion annually on foreign oil imports instead of investing in domestic production
California and Alaska together once supplied 95% of state oil needs – now only 40%
Economic Multiplier Effects:
Higher transport costs increase prices across all sectors of the economy
Energy burden disproportionately affects working families and small businesses
Job losses in domestic energy production while creating dependence on foreign supply chains
Tax revenue decline from reduced domestic energy development and property values
Our mission is providing nonpartisan economic analysis of California’s energy challenges. Led by industry experts, we deliver fact-based research prioritizing affordable energy and economic prosperity for all Californians.