California Public Utilities Commission

The CPUC works with community based organizations (CBOs) to assist consumers with utility education and assistance in multiple languages. We recently met with our lead contractor, International Institute of Los Angeles, as well as two CBOs who are part of our program, Pilipino Workers Center (PWC) , and the ARS Western USA to discuss our programs, known as TEAM and CHANGES. Learn more:

https://www.cpuc.ca.gov/about-cpuc/divisions/news-and-public-information-office/consumer-affairs-branch/team-and-changes-programs

Our Energy Division is hiring for a variety of positions. Join us 8/15 for a virtual Open House!

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Career Fairs You can find a CPUC representative to discuss career opportunities at the following events.

Congratulations to our Energy Efficiency Branch! Seven CPUC employees were chosen as authors during the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy conference. The topic was Advancing Equity in California’s Energy Efficiency Landscape.

📢 Exciting news from the California Public Utilities Commission! Today, they announced the fifth round of grant recommendations for last mile broadband infrastructure projects, bringing the total to $435 million across 22 counties. These projects will provide essential internet access to underserved and unserved communities, helping to bridge the digital divide and fuel economic growth statewide. This is another step towards ! Learn more about the awardees and the impact of these investments on our communities.

Fifth Round of Grant Awards for Last Mile Broadband Infrastructure Projects Across California This brings the total amount in grants recommended to $435 million for projects in 22 counties

Join us in person or remotely for our 4th annual energy utility safety briefing. Utility senior leadership will detail their safety efforts, including corporate safety governance & wildfire prevention. 8/28: BVES, PG&E. 8/29: SoCalGas, SDG&E & SCE. Info:

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Did you know that the CPUC has an Intervenor Compensation Program that compensates parties for their meaningful contributions to helping the CPUC make informed decisions?

So far in 2024, we have resolved 123 claims, awarding $9,900,181 to 25 unique intervenors!

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Intervenor Compensation The Intervenor Compensation Program Guide and Forms have been revised to incorporate changes resulting from the enactment of Senate Bill 512. Effective April 4, 2017, Intervenors must submit notices of intent to claim compensation and requests for compensation awards on the updated forms.

In August we are holding in-person & remote Public Forums to gather input on potential licensing and oversight changes to the Digital Infrastructure and Video Competition Act of 2006.

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Join CPUC Public Forums on Changes to Requirements on Video Franchisees SAN FRANCISCO –The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) will hold four in-person and two remote Public Forums to gather input on potential changes to the CPUC’s licensing and oversight of video franchisees under the Digital Infrastructure and Video Competition Act of 2006 (DIVCA), as re...

We will host utility post-season/pre-season briefings on PSPS on 8/7 & 8/8.

Make comments in-person, virtually, or by writing by 8/22 on: apps.cpuc.ca.gov/c/r1812005.

More info:https://docs.cpuc.ca.gov/PublishedDocs/Published/G000/M536/K277/536277519.PDF

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Customers of Park Water and Apple Valley Ranchos (Liberty Utilities): Join us later this month for an in-person or virtual Public Forum to make your voice heard in the rate cases of the utilities.

Info:

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Today we approved the first round of awards for last mile broadband projects as part of the $2 billion Last Mile Federal Funding Account Grant Program that aims to expand internet access for underserved and unserved communities across California!

Read more:

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Do you have broad and extensive IT managerial experience? Do you have a keen eye for innovation? Are you ready to take that next step in your career? This is it. The CPUC is hiring an Information Technology Services Division Chief Information Officer: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=435817

Join us 7/19 for a virtual meeting of the Disadvantaged Communities Advisory Group. More info:

DACAG Meeting 20240719 Meeting Location: Remote Access Only To join remotely, click this link: https://cpuc.webex.com/cpuc/j.php?MTID=m082482546b95b80c2038753fba0cf811

Today we announced the third round of recommended awardees for last mile broadband projects as part of the $2 billion Last Mile Federal Funding Account Grant Program that aims to expand internet access for underserved and unserved communities across California.

The proposal recommends awarding up to $95.2 million for 10 projects in Alpine, Modoc, Riverside, Santa Barbara, and Tulare counties.

Read more:

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On 7/9 we will host a workshop on our Research, Development & Demonstration (RD&D) program EPIC - the Electric Program Investment Charge. The workshop will summarize and discuss the final draft of potential measurable Strategic Objectives to guide EPIC 5 (2026-2030) investments, culminating from 2024 Technical Working Group efforts. Registration and more information:

EPIC Strategic Objectives Workshops Policy + Innovation Coordination Group

Join us 7/17 for a webinar to learn about our Consumer Affairs Branch and the Public Advocates Office. Registration and more information:

How the CPUC Assists and Advocates for California Ratepayers Representatives from the Consumer Affairs Branch (CAB) will provide an overview of its role at the CPUC and share useful information to help consumers address billing and service issues. The Public Advocates Office (Cal Advocates) will discuss its advocacy on behalf of California utility customers....

Our 8/1 Voting Meeting agenda will include an item that would approve an Administrative Consent Order in the amount of $18,030 to PacifiCorp for violations of CPUC PSPS guidelines for its failures during the 2021 PSPS Season. Info:

Enforcement and Citations Strong enforcement is critical to ensuring that the CPUC's statutory mandates are carried out and that ratepayers and the public are protected from safety, reliability, service quality, and other violations.

Following extensive public input, today we rejected AT&T’s request to withdraw as a carrier of last resort and opened a new Rulemaking process to address such telecommunications service obligations. Read more:

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Continuing our commitment to Broadband For All, today we approved over $42 million in grants to bridge the digital divide and enhance digital literacy across the state. Read more:

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🚄 Exciting news! Today we approved the construction of 47 grade-separated crossings in San Bernardino County for the Brightline West High-Speed Rail Project! This milestone paves the way for passenger service between Southern California and Las Vegas in time for the 2028 Olympics. Read more:

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We were happy to host today a NARUC-led delegation from the Lower Mekong region to share expertise and exchange best practices on energy resource planning and procurement.

We were happy to host today a NARUC-led delegation from the Lower Mekong region to share expertise and exchange best practices on energy resource planning and procurement.

Our 6/20 Voting Meeting will be held in the San Luis Obispo Hall Council Chambers, 990 Palm St., San Luis Obispo. More info, including remote access:

CPUC Voting Meetings The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) holds regularly scheduled public meetings where at least three of the five Commissioners (a quorum) meet to discuss and vote on proposed policies, rules, and other issues.

CPUC Energy Divison staff engaged with stakeholders & shared expertise at the Solar & Energy Storage Summit this week in San Francisco. Learn more about how California is leading the way on distributed generation: https://www.californiadgstats.ca.gov/

CPUC Energy Divison staff engaged with stakeholders & shared expertise at the Wood Mackenzie Solar & Energy Storage Summit this week in San Francisco. Learn more about how California is leading the way on distributed generation: https://www.californiadgstats.ca.gov/

Happy to report that water companies under our jurisdiction are able to provide relief to customers through this great effort!

ICYMI: State distributed $880 million to clear 4 million Californians’ water utility debts | Governor of California State of California

Today we announced the first round of recommended awardees for last mile broadband projects as part of the $2 billion Last Mile Federal Funding Account Grant Program, which aims to expand internet access for underserved and unserved communities across California.

More info:

docs.cpuc.ca.gov

Our Energy Division is hiring for a variety of positions. Join us 6/13 for a virtual Open House! Register in advance:

Energy Division Open House 061324 The CPUC's Energy Division is currently hiring for a variety of positions. We welcome qualified candidates to join our diverse team.

Customers of Golden State Water are invited to remote Public Forums on the utility’s rate case on June 24, 25, or 26. This is an opportunity to communicate directly with the CPUC regarding the revenue and rate base changes the company proposes. Info:

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San Jose Water customers, join us remotely June 13 for Public Forums and communicate directly with us regarding the revenue and rate base changes that San Jose Water proposes in its rate case application. More info:

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