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Powering another century of energy leadership in the Central Valley
The Central Valley is tackling the challenge of California's clean energy goals head-on. Here's a look at the projects making waves.
Calif. lawmakers bend, support $400mil to keep Diablo Canyon running
Gov. Gavin Newsom overcame furious opposition to funding continued operations at the state’s last nuclear power plant.
Newsom, Legislature split on Diablo Canyon
California lawmakers are not supportive of a proposed $400 million loan that Gavin Newsom supports.
ConocoPhillips announces $17.1 billion deal to purchase Marathon Oil
The Biden administration could push back against the deal.
Regulators approve fixed rates for utility bills
It's a move that is expected to lower electrical bills for people who need air conditioning in the summer.
Calif. created penalties to root out price gouging by oil companies. They haven’t found it yet.
Frustrated lawmakers explored a number of ideas to combat sky-high gas prices, including taking state control of oil refineries in the Golden State.
PG&E looking to sell power plants to investment firm to pay for wildfire mitigation efforts
The utility could strike a deal in the $2 billion to $3 billion range to help cover a number of costs related to burying power lines underground.
Environmentalists sue to block funding for Diablo Canyon
PG&E has been awarded over $1 billion from the federal government to keep Diablo Canyon running.
CPUC proposes income-based flat rate energy fees
Opponents to the proposal include Asm. Jim Patterson, who argues that it will not actually do anything to address affordability.
Berkeley agrees to repeal gas stove ban
Other cities with similar ordinances may have to follow suit.
