California solar customers face compensation cuts amid rate reduction efforts
The California Public Utilities Commission's proposal to reduce compensation for solar customers has sent shockwaves through the solar industry.
Tesla makes step toward robotaxi services in California. What to know
Tesla applied for a transportation charter-party carrier permit — a prerequisite for self-driving taxi programs in California — last November. Here's what you should know.
California officials push to cut energy credits to households with rooftop solar panels
California officials want to reduce the financial credits that households with rooftop solar panels can earn for excess energy. "It's the utilities preserving their monopoly," says one homeowner.
Los Angeles County blames electrical equipment for wildfire, sues utility company
Los Angeles County, Pasadena, Sue Southern California Edison Over Wildfires
The County of Los Angeles and City of Pasadena, along with other public entities, filed lawsuits against Edison International and its subsidiary Southern California Edison (SCE) on Wednesday, alleging their role in igniting one of California's worst wildfires.
Los Angeles County sues Southern California Edison, alleging utility's equipment sparked wildfire
Los Angeles County is suing Southern California Edison, alleging the utility’s equipment sparked January’s Eaton Fire, which destroyed more than 9,000 structures in the Altadena area
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California’s rooftop solar debate is raging again
Advocates fear more cuts to the state's battered rooftop-solar incentives as regulators consider “cost-shift” arguments in their bid to lower
Tesla applies for ride-hail permit in California — but there’s a catch
Tesla applied for a permit with the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to operate a transportation service in the state — a required first step
Elon Musk’s Tesla moves to launch free self-driving taxi service in California
Tesla applied for a permit to operate a ride-hailing fleet in California, public records show. The application follows comments by CEO Elon Musk, who said that Tesla plans to offer driverless robotaxis in California and Texas in 2025.
S&P flags California wildfires for 'contagion' risk to government and utility finances
S&P Global warned that public credit risks associated with wildfires are increasing due to fire-related liability claims for utilities and the impact on municipal revenue.
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Tesla sets sights on Uber, Lyft in California with ride-hail application
The electric vehicle manufacturer applied late last year for what’s known as a transportation charter-party carrier permit from the California Public Utilities Commission, according to documents viewed by Bloomberg. That classification means Tesla would ...
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California community solar bill offers opportunity to reclaim leadership
AB 1260 has support from more than a dozen local and national energy, housing, environmental justice, and ratepayer advocate organizations who believe it can establish a viable community solar program.