Supreme Court Could Reshape America’s Energy Economy

The U.S. Supreme Court is taking up a major case that could reshape how states regulate energy companies—and potentially determine how much power individual states have over the national economy. The case, **Suncor Energy Inc. v. Board of County Commissioners of Boulder County**, centers on whether Colorado officials can use state law to pursue energy companies over alleged contributions to climate change. At the heart of the dispute is the Constitution’s Commerce Clause and whether state and local governments can impose rules that affect businesses operating across state lines. The outcome could have significant economic consequences for energy producers, businesses, consumers and taxpayers. A ruling could influence how states regulate interstate commerce and whether companies face a growing patchwork of regulations across the country. The Center Square reporter Andrew Rice joins Greg Bishop to explain what is at stake, how a previous Supreme Court case involving California’s pork regulations could factor into the arguments, and what the decision could mean for America’s energy economy. Topics discussed: Supreme Court, energy policy, climate regulation, interstate commerce, Commerce Clause, energy companies, Colorado, state regulation, consumer costs, taxpayer impact and the U.S. economy. Subscribe for more reporting on the policies shaping your taxes, energy costs and the American economy.