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Legislation passed in 2022 requires the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to develop income-graduated fixed charges (IGFCs) for residential electricity bills by 2025. Rebalancing rates through IGFCs will alleviate some of the burden customers in households navigating low incomes bear related to funding utility operations. Coupled with reduced volumetric rates, these changes will more fairly fund the state’s energy and climate policies. Keep reading to better understand CPUC’s proposed rate reform.
Harrah’s Resort Southern California Hits Jackpot on Sustainability
Harrah’s Resort Southern California is proving that going green is the ultimate winning hand. The resort was presented with a ceremonial incentive check for $127,571.94 by TRC, a third-party administrator for San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) energy efficiency programs. This payment follows a resort-wide digital thermostat project that surpassed all energy-saving goals.
Hit Federal Energy Policy Benchmarks at a Lower Cost Through Efficient Equipment Incentives
As various electrification and energy benchmarking policies come online, existing federal facilities have an opportunity to save money on utility costs while reaching compliance. Federal agencies that upgrade their building operations equipment to more energy-efficient alternatives can tap into SD EnergyLink rebates and incentives to lower the final cost of those projects.
U.S. General Services Administration Accelerates Building Decarbonization with $3.4 Billion Investment
The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) is using $3.4 billion from the Inflation Reduction Act to decarbonize federal buildings and promote new low-carbon technologies. Through its Green Proving Ground initiative, the GSA has tested and evaluated innovative technologies to reduce emissions and enhance building efficiency. The GSA aims to achieve net-zero emissions for its buildings by 2045.
California Awarded $4.5 Million Grant to Reduce GHG Emissions from Buildings
California has received $4.5 million from the U.S. Department of Energy to advance statewide building decarbonization efforts. This is part of an $18.5 million allocation across states and local governments through the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program. The grant supports the Local Government Building Decarbonization Challenge, aiming to reduce California’s building-related greenhouse gas emissions and enhance energy efficiency initiatives statewide.
