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CPUC To Hold Workshop on Implementation of NTSB Safety Recommendation

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) will hold a virtual workshop to discuss the implementation of the National Transportation Safety Board’s (NTSB) Safety Recommendation for utility natural gas pipeline projects, facilities, structures, and infrastructure. WHEN: January 13, 2022, 1-4 p.m. WHERE: Remote access via webcast or phone only: Live webcast with English or Spanish captions: …

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California regulators propose raising fees on owners of rooftop solar systems.

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California regulators on Monday proposed requiring people with rooftop solar panels to pay more of the costs of operating the electric grid, a plan that some supporters of clean energy argued could greatly reduce the incentive for new residential installations. The proposal from the California Public Utilities Commission would impose higher utility fees on people …

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Glasgow Airport unveils plans for largest Scottish airport solar farm

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Published: 4 Feb 2022, 11:28 The solar farm will generate enough power for the airport campus and neighbouring businesses. Image: AGS. A c.15MW solar farm is to be developed for Glasgow Airport, with the intention of it being operational by summer 2023. The 30-acre onsite ground-mounted solar farm is in the early stages of development …

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CPUC Penalizes SCE for 2017 – 2018 Wildfires

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The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) today approved penalties and permanent disallowances against Southern California Edison (SCE) for violations related to the ignition of five 2017 – 2018 Southern California wildfires. Under a proposed settlement with the CPUC’s Safety and Enforcement Division (SED), SCE shareholders will pay a $110 million penalty to California’s General Fund, …

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Solar power advocates slam new California proposal to reduce subsidies

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California regulators on Monday proposed significant changes to the state’s solar incentive program in a move vehemently opposed by industry advocates. The new policy would reduce payments granted to solar customers for the excess power they generate — a policy known as net-energy metering — and also add monthly charges for customers. These changes would …

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Solar Energy UK calls for long-term structural reforms in response to price cap

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Chancellor Rishi Sunak unveiled the new measures to support households amidst the price rises in parliament. Image: Eric Hossinger. Solar Energy UK has called for long-term structural reforms to accelerate the growth of renewables in response to the increase in the energy price cap. Ofgem yesterday (3 February) unveiled a 54% increase in the energy …

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CPUC Approves Energy Storage Contract for SCE

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The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), in ongoing efforts to ensure summer energy reliability and support a healthy environment, today approved an energy storage contract for Southern California Edison (SCE) to come online by August 1, 2022. The CPUC authorized SCE to enter into a $1.226 billion, 537.5 megawatt (MW) engineering, procurement, construction, and maintenance …

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California proposes big changes to rooftop solar incentives

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California officials want to slash payments for rooftop solar power, saying the changes would help the state achieve 100% clean energy while keeping the lights on, preventing electricity rates from rising and encouraging people to install batteries. But solar executives are furious with the changes, saying they would backfire and crater a thriving industry. The …

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High power prices drive £22m uplift in Octopus Renewables Infrastructure Trusts NAV in Q4

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Published: 7 Feb 2022, 12:26 ORIT has 123MW of solar capacity in the UK, along with 50MW of wind. Image: Octopus Renewables. High power prices in the UK and Europe have pushed up the net asset value (NAV) of Octopus Renewables Infrastructure Trust’s (ORIT) portfolio, hitting £577.7 million or 102.26 pence per ordinary share at …

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CPUC Seeks Applications for Diablo Canyon Independent Safety Committee

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The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) today began soliciting applications for nominees to the Diablo Canyon Independent Safety Committee. There is one vacancy on the Committee for a three-year term that begins on or after July 1, 2022 and ends on June 30, 2025. The Committee assesses the safety of the operations of Pacific Gas …

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