regulatory
confidence high
sentiment negative
materiality 0.75
California appellate court voids Kern County EIR; CRC halts new well permits, plans one-rig 2024 program
California Resources Corp
- On March 7, 2024, California appellate court found deficiencies in Kern County EIR and enjoined its use for oil/gas permit approvals.
- If unable to obtain new well permits in 2024, CRC plans one-rig program with $200M-$240M capital; expects 5%-7% production decline.
- Pending Aera merger excluded from decline estimate; CRC assessing next steps and timelines.