SoCalGas, Union Sue California Over Gas Phaseout In Favor Of Electricity

Southern California Gas Co. (SoCalGas), a natural gas transportation fueling company and a utility workers union are suing the California Energy Commission (CEC) over its efforts to phase out natural gas in favor of electricity to power buildings, homes and vehicles, alleging the commission is flouting several state laws to maximize the benefits of natural gas. “Despite the California Legislature’s directives to include natural gas in California’s energy plans, the CEC has decided to substantially eliminate its use in the...