Posts Tagged: energy

Opinion

A better deal on the power we need

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OPINION – In an era of skyrocketing living costs and soaring energy bills, it’s more important than ever to seize opportunities that reduce unnecessary expenses for consumers and lay the groundwork for a more affordable future. Fortunately, California legislators have the chance to do just that—by reducing the costs of expanding vital infrastructure to meet our growing energy needs and climate goals.

Opinion

How smart post-fire energy planning can save us billions

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OPINION – The devastating LA-area wildfires are a stark reminder of how extreme weather is reshaping our state with no signs of slowing down. Without changes to how we respond to these disasters, costs will keep piling up, driving utility bills even higher for Californians who are already struggling with high rates.

Opinion

California’s sustainable energy leadership: past, present – and future?

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OPINION – Climate policy progress will surely face new challenges with the second Trump administration seemingly intent on undercutting both state and federal programs. But that should not diminish California’s resolve to push the envelope on cost-effective technological innovations for which the state is so well known.

Opinion

California must lead boldly on climate and housing justice

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OPINION – In this moment of both challenge and opportunity, California has the chance to lead by example. Let’s seize it—for the health of our communities, our neighborhoods’ resilience, and our planet’s future.

Opinion

California must demand higher energy efficiency from data centers

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OPINION – California’s 260-plus data centers must change to reduce the rising competitive demand for water and electricity and the increasing growth in CO2 emissions that artificial intelligence will accelerate in data centers.

News

Legislation: Four little words can assure big energy savings

Power transmission wires on a Fontana tower carry electricity on a sweltering summer day. (Photo: Matt Gush, via Shutterstock)

OPINION: Recently, California called for a “Flex Alert” for the first time this year. Amongst other things, these Flex Alerts are plea from the state’s grid manager to conserve energy because it anticipates that the electric grid will be unusually strained. Californians, as they typically do, showed up – mostly out of the goodness of their hearts and wanting to do the right thing.

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