November 24, 2024

California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC)

Joint CAISO-EIM Authority Debated in West
Supporters and skeptics of a plan to give the EIM’s Governing Body more joint authority with CAISO over changes to the market debated the matter.
Wildfire Liability, Criminal Charges Cloud PG&E Outlook
PG&E faces criminal charges and wildfire liabilities not included in last year’s bankruptcy settlement, company officials said in an earnings call.
Wheeling Debate Tests West, CAISO CEO Says
CAISO stakeholders are still wary of the new proposed wheel-through provisions the ISO has submitted to FERC for clarity on the complex issue.
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.
CEC Funds Cutting Edge Load Flexibility Project
The CEC has taken a step toward making millions of households part of demand response efforts designed to avoid blackouts.
Wildfires Bolster Case for Biomass Energy in California
Some California lawmakers want the woody biomass from forest thinning efforts to be used for electricity generation.
CAISO’s 1st System RMR Agreement Set for Hearing
FERC sent CAISO’s first systemwide RMR agreement to settlement proceedings after the ISO raised questions about the contract's fairness.
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.

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