What’s Being Done to Prevent California Blackouts in Extreme Weather Events?

by | Feb 24, 2021 | Energy

In the aftermath of last August’s blackouts,  that left nearly a half-million customers across the state without electricity, the CPUC directed the big three power companies to line up additional sources of energy for this summer.  For excellent recaps, please see:  https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/business/story/2021-02-11/after-last-summers-blackouts-utilities-commission-orders-additional-power & https://www.utilitydive.com/news/california-regulators-express-deep-concern-over-sce-2020-power-shutoff-pr/594030/

Jason Zeller has over thirty years of professional experience in public utility regulation, including experience in all of the industries regulated by the CPUC. Previously he served as an Assistant General Counsel at the Commission for twelve years and was a staff counsel for six years. Jason is a graduate of Claremont McKenna College and New York Law School. He also holds a Master’s in Urban Affairs and Policy Analysis from The New School. He is an active member of the California State Bar Association.