November 5, 2024

California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC)

FERC OKs CAISO RMR Agreement for 27.5-MW Plant
FERC approved a settlement between CAISO and the operator of the aging 27.5-MW Channel Islands cogeneration facility over a reliability must-run agreement.
CPUC Applies Stricter Oversight to PG&E
California's PUC used its new enhanced oversight & enforcement powers for the first time against PG&E, citing the utility’s failure to weigh wildfire risks.
Conflict over Power Shutoffs Grows in California
Debate over using large-scale blackouts to prevent wildfires in California has become more urgent as the state heads into another fire season.
NARUC Report Examines California RA Problems
A NARUC report says California will need to use more advanced planning methods to ensure resource adequacy with an ever-growing reliance on renewables.
CPUC, CAISO Take Major Steps for Summer Reliability
The CPUC and CAISO instituted new resource adequacy requirements and conservation programs in preparation for the coming summer.
Calif. Tries to Rein in PSPS for Fire Season
California regulators are trying to avoid a repeat of last year’s unprecedented use of PSPS to prevent utility equipment from igniting wildfires.
Calif. Worries High Rates Could Hurt Climate Efforts
California’s energy policy leaders came together to weigh the potential impact of the state’s sharply rising electricity rates on its electrification goals.
COVID Yields $1B of Unpaid Energy Bills in Calif.
The California PUC is seeking ways to help the millions of utility customers with past-due energy bills stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic.
CPUC Triples Resource Projections for CAISO Tx Plan
The California PUC approved a massive increase to its resource-needs projections, which CAISO will use in its transmission planning process for 2021/22.
Calif. Governor Fills Seats on CAISO, CPUC, CEC
California Gov. Gavin Newsom named new members to the CAISO Board of Governors, Public Utilities Commission and Energy Commission.

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