November 18, 2024

California wildfires

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PG&E’s Troubles Mount After Camp Fire
After the deadliest wildfire in California history, PG&E is facing intense scrutiny from lawmakers, regulators and a federal judge.
CAISO
RC Transition, California Wildfires Will Occupy 2019
CAISO will tackle its new role as reliability coordinator in 2019, and California lawmakers will struggle with preventing wildfires sparked by power lines.
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PG&E Grapples with Line Safety After Camp Fire
PG&E reported additional problems with its transmission lines prior to the Camp Fire and asked state regulators to approve a more than $1 billion rate hike.
Calif. Regulators to Scrutinize De-energization
The California Public Utilities Commission voted to examine its rules allowing utilities to de-energize power lines in cases of wildfire conditions.
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Western States to Tackle Wildfires, Renewables, EIM Told
California legislators will struggle with wildfire liability, while lawmakers in Washington and Nevada could debate clean energy.
California Governor's Office of Emergency Services
CPUC Expands Probe into PG&E Practices After Deadly Fire
The California PUC will open a new phase of investigation into PG&E’s practices as the utility faces allegations that its equipment ignited the Camp Fire.
Camp Fire Prompts Talk of PG&E Bailout or Breakup
California’s deadliest and most destructive wildfire has set off a new round of turmoil for Pacific Gas and Electric.
NERC to Try Again on Inverter Rules
NERC stakeholders are expected to consider a new standard authorization request to address inverter-based resources after the Standards Committee rejected two proposed by CAISO.
NASA
UPDATED: Destructive Fire Drives Down PG&E Stock
PG&E is already falling under suspicion for starting the Camp Fire after one of the utility’s transmission lines was reported downed at the time and location of the fire’s ignition.
PG&E Outlines Fire Strategy in Q3 Earnings Call
PG&E described its wildfire prevention efforts in a third-quarter earnings call, in which it also reported net income of $564 million ($1.09/share).

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