SAN FRANCISCO – The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) reminds Californians that the new 738 area code will be added as an additional overlay to the existing 213/323 area code overlay region starting November 1, 2024. With new telephone numbers in the 213/323 area code region in high demand, the CPUC in March 2023 approved …
SAN FRANCISCO – The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) today said that more than 11.5 million California households will automatically see savings on their October electric bill through the California Climate Credit. The state will provide total payments exceeding $800 million for electric residential customers and $82 million for qualifying small business customers. The average …
SAN FRANCISCO – The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), in ongoing efforts to bridge the digital divide, has made important improvements to its California Teleconnect Fund (CTF) program application portal to allow schools and libraries to receive discounted services on eligible advanced telecommunication services at associated annex locations. The CTF plays a crucial role in …
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SAN FRANCISCO – The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) today announced the launch of a new proceeding aimed at further reducing the state’s reliance on natural gas, a critical step in supporting California’s clean energy goals. This initiative will prioritize equity, safety, and affordability while addressing challenges such as reliability risks and commodity price fluctuations. …
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SAN FRANCISCO – The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) today approved $172 million in the sixth round of grants for last mile broadband projects as part of the $2 billion Last Mile Federal Funding Account Grant Program, which expands broadband internet access for underserved and unserved communities across California. This continues a rolling process of …
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SAN FRANCISCO – The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) will host two remote Public Forums regarding Great Oaks Water Company’s application to increase its revenue requirements and base rates, effective July 1, 2025. The application also seeks further revenue increases for 2026-2027 and 2027-2028. This is an opportunity for the public to communicate directly with …
SAN FRANCISCO – The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), in ongoing efforts to promote diversity in utility company practices, will host two free events in Riverside, Calif., to engage with the public about small business opportunities and the CPUC’s Utility Supplier Diversity Program. The CPUC’s Small Business Program hosts small and diverse business events to …
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SAN FRANCISCO – The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) today established energization timelines for California’s three large investor-owned utilities to expedite the process for new and upgraded electrical services, enhance utility accountability, offer greater transparency for consumers, and support California’s climate goals and economic development. If targets are met by investor-owned utilities, maximum timelines for …
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SAN FRANCISCO – The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) today approved $91 million in fifth round grants for last mile broadband projects as part of the $2 billion Last Mile Federal Funding Account Grant Program, which expands broadband internet access for underserved and unserved communities across California. This continues a rolling process of awards and …
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SAN FRANCISCO – The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) today established an innovative centralized procurement strategy aimed at boosting the state’s clean energy resources. This decision, which implements Assembly Bill 1373 (Stats. 2023, Ch.36), will bolster California’s efforts to achieve its ambitious greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction targets for 2045 and beyond. Under this new framework, …
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