Groups, Ratepayers Seek CPUC Rehearing To Block New Fossil-Fired Power

December 11, 2019
California environmentalists and utility ratepayer representatives are seeking a rehearing by state energy regulators of a recent decision authorizing the procurement of new energy resources to ensure grid reliability in southern California, charging that the action fails to ensure that the power will not come from fossil fuels as intended. If the request is denied, the groups may consider suing to overturn the decision. “[A]s currently worded, the Decision creates ambiguity and potential loopholes that could allow new fossil fuel...


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