Trying to Avoid A Repeat of 2020 Summer Blackouts

A final analysis of the 2020 rolling blackouts confirmed what a preliminary report in October found — that the blackouts were not caused by one single thing but by a combination of factors. But as the Governor himself stated: “We failed to predict and plan for these...

Latest PSPS Events Information

Power Shut-Off Alert!  SDG&E notifies 50,000 customers that they could lose power this week as the region gets hit by strong Santa Ana winds.  A red flag fire weather warning will be in effect for the eastern half of San Diego County until at least 10 p.m....

Customers are Falling Behind on Utility Bills Due to Covid

The Union-Tribune’s Rob Nikolewski reports on SDG&E customers falling behind their utility bills.  UCAN’s Jason Zeller, quoted in the article, has been involved in CPUC proceedings seeking to provide consumer relief.  UCAN’s recent newsletter...

City of San Diego Issues Utility Franchise Bid

After the City Council could not agree on terms to recommend, the Mayor’s Office released the requirements a utility must meet to win the right to provide electric and gas services within the city limits.  The Invitation to Bid calls for a new agreement lasting 20...

Why Did California Have Rolling Blackouts?

Did the State Independent System Operator overreact in ordering rolling blackouts?   This excellent review provides background and details on why California suffered its first power outages since 2001.  But Governor Newsom, and others, were not happy with the lack of...