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As required by Assembly Bill (AB) 205, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) today released a proposal that would cut the price of residential electricity for Californians, reduce electricity bills for lower income Californians and those living in parts of the state most impacted by extreme weather, while also advancing the state’s clean energy goals. …

CPUC Proposal Would Cut the Price of Residential Electricity Under New Billing Structure and Accelerate California’s Clean Energy Transition Read More »

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) will hold a virtual workshop to consult with regional consortia, local governments, broadband providers, consumers, and other stakeholders on cost-effective strategies for expanding broadband access in unserved areas of the state. WHAT: CPUC California Advanced Services Fund (CASF) Annual Public Workshop WHEN: April 29, 2024, 10 a.m. – 2 …

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The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) invites customers of Pinnacles Telephone Company (Pinnacles) to a remote public forum on Pinnacles’ rate case. This is an opportunity for customers to voice their opinions and concerns directly to the CPUC on matters affecting their telephone service. When: April 4, 2024, 6 p.m. What: The public forum will …

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The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) today set the path for transportation companies to electrify their fleets as part of the state’s goal to transition the transportation sector to clean technology. Today’s decision kicks off the first phase of the California Clean Miles Standard Program (CMS). This program, established through Senate Bill 1014 (2018), is …

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In a commitment to advancing Broadband for All, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) today approved enhancements to strengthen programs designed to boost broadband access to tribal and underserved communities across the state. The decision brings about significant changes to two key programs: Broadband Public Housing Account: The California Advanced Series Fund (CASF) Public Housing …

CPUC Enhances Support to Boost Broadband Access to California’s Tribal and Underserved Communities Read More »

In response to direction from  the State Legislature through Senate Bill (SB) 884, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) today established a long-term electric distribution infrastructure Undergrounding Program. The Undergrounding Program is designed to create a structured and expedited process for large investor-owned utilities (IOUs), such as Pacific Gas and Electric Company, Southern California Edison, …

CPUC Launches New Undergrounding Program to Expedite System Hardening and Enhance Climate Resilience Read More »

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) today awarded $1.7 million in inaugural grants from its innovative Equity and Access Grant Program, which is designed to increase participation of tribes and community-based organizations (CBOs) representing underserved communities in CPUC decision-making. Grant Details Awards from the Equity, Engagement, and Education Grant Account were made to support 21 …

CPUC Champions Change with Award of First-Ever Equity and Access Grants Read More »