PODCAST: UCAN's Executive Director, Michael Shames, discusses why UCAN is opposed to SDG&E Sunrise powerline with Brandon Weiner. Also, find out the role Governor Schwarzenegger and the current political climate plays in the potential construction of the powerline. Listen here.
PODCAST: UCAN's Executive Director, Michael Shames, discusses the major issues involved in San Diego Gas and Electric's 2007 rate request with Brandon Weiner. If you have questions about your utility rates, or are interested in the future of energy usage in San Diego, then this podcast is a must listen. Music courtesy of wonder bunny.
KPBS San Diego: Listen to Michael Shames debate Sunrise along with representatives from SDG&E, CALISO, and the CA State Parks Foundation.
KPBS San Diego: UCAN has filed a motion against San Diego Gas and Electric (SDG&E), a subsidiary of Sempra Utilities, for unlawfully failing to disclose documents that include a major cost-cutting plan. It is not known how the previously undisclosed plan will affect SDG&E's proposed $1.5 billion rate increase. Listen here.
UCAN's Executive Director, Michael Shames, talks to KPBS "These Days" host Tom Fudge about the latest SDG&E rate increase, skyrocketing gas prices, and recent San Diego City Council decision to approve a controversial water and sewer rate hike.
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