by ucan | Jul 21, 2020 | Energy
SUMMARY: In this proceeding, the CPUC is deciding further rules and regulations that govern when, how and why utilities may shut off power lines during California’s fire season. The CPUC has determined, as a matter of last-resort and to avoid further wildfire damages,...
by ucan | Jul 11, 2020 | Energy
In a new development, with potentially significant ramifications, the CPUC issued a proposal that could require utilities to consider the impact of the environment before deciding what infrastructure to build. If approved, utilities, like SDG&E, would need to...
by ucan | Jun 9, 2020 | Proceedings
At the CPUC, UCAN is an “Intervenor” in regulatory proceedings affecting energy, tele-communication and other corporations. An Intervenor, upon showing a justifiable interest, is permitted to become a party to a proceeding. Intervenors are full participants in the...
by ucan | May 7, 2020 | Energy
In a case of “better late than never” the CPUC approved reducing the “High User Charge ” (essentially an expensive third-tier for usage over 400% of baseline allowance) for SDG&E customers to help thwart the effects caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. In this...
by ucan | May 1, 2020 | Energy
San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E), a California corporation, wholly owned by Sempra Energy, provides electric service in a portion of Orange County and electric and gas services in San Diego County. SDG&E provides energy service to 3.6 million people...
