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New CPUC Proposal

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...

What is an Intervenor?

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...

CPUC Reduces the High User Charge

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...

SDG&E Information

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...

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.