California has paused its Home Energy Rebate program due to a funding freeze imposed by the Trump administration, affecting $582 million earmarked for consumer rebates. The move has been met with concern as states navigate the halted program.

The article discusses the challenges faced by some electric vehicle buyers, including Kristina Meier, whose tax returns were rejected due to reporting errors by dealerships concerning the new EV tax credit rules initiated by the IRS under the Inflation Reduction Act.

The Pine Bend Refinery in Minnesota, owned by Koch Industries, plans to produce sustainable aviation fuel, but the project's success depends on federal financial support which may be threatened under the Trump administration's policies.

The article discusses President Trump's executive order freezing funding allocated for Colorado River conservation through the Inflation Reduction Act, raising concerns about the river's future due to reduced water supplies.