Energy

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Legislators unveil measure to ask voters for $1 billion offshore wind bond 

The funds would help California ports expand to handle giant wind turbines and other equipment. California's first offshore wind farms are on a fast track off Humboldt County and Morro Bay.

经过 亚历杭德罗·拉佐 • 2 月 8, 2024

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If done correctly, Californians can save on utility bills by creating income-based charges

California's utility regulators are exploring energy bill reforms that would structure charges based on household income. If done correctly, the change could lower bills for most Californians and shift the cost for maintaining the grid to higher earners who can afford it.

By Theo Caretto • 2 月 7, 2024

气候变化

What’s happened since California cut home solar payments? Demand has plunged 80% 

As rooftop solar projects have plummeted, about 17,000 workers could lose their jobs. Will this derail the state’s climate and clean energy goals?

经过 朱莉·卡特 • 1 月 26, 2024

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Offshore wind success in California requires developers, policymakers embrace ‘ocean justice’

As offshore wind faces setbacks on the East Coast, California has a chance to establish long-term success. Developers and policymakers at all levels can get there by embracing "ocean justice" principles.

By Daniela Schulman • 1 月 2, 2024

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Year in review: Climate change and flooding hit home in California

The state takes more action on climate change in rules and legislation as drought is replaced by flooding.

经过 雷切尔贝克尔 和 亚历杭德罗·拉佐 • 12 月 20, 2023

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Blue power: Will ocean waves be California’s new source of clean energy?

Only a few small demonstration projects off the West Coast have harnessed the power of waves and tides. Costs are high and hurdles are challenging.

经过 朱莉·卡特 • 11 月 29, 2023

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California reduces payments for rooftop solar power — for second time in a year

The utilities commission reduced payments to apartments, schools and businesses selling solar power to the grid despite a barrage of criticism. Commissioners say it reverses unfair subsidies.

经过 本·克里斯托弗 和 朱莉·卡特 • 11 月 16, 2023

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‘A Christmas without lights?’ Families struggle to pay bills as California regulators consider electric rate increases

Angelica Vásquez is one of millions of people across the state that struggle to pay electric bills as California regulators decide on proposed rate increases. PG&E wants a rate hike to bolster the safety and reliability of its services.

经过 Justo Robles • 11 月 15, 2023

气候变化

No place is safe: New national report on climate change details sweeping effects

California ranks among the top states suffering economic damage from climate-related disasters. The report describes food shortages, floods, droughts, wildfires, pollution, disease — all linked to climate change.

经过 亚历杭德罗·拉佐 • 11 月 14, 2023

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Newsom’s visit underscores electric car reality: China holds the keys to battery industry

China modeled some of its climate programs on policies first adopted by California. Now, California depends on the world’s most populous country for essential materials in its electric vehicle ambitions.

经过 亚历杭德罗·拉佐 • 10 月 26, 2023