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14Oct

Policy Crippled California’s Grid. Is Yours Next?

The rolling blackouts that stunned California this August were caused by extreme heat and poor planning according to a new report from the three organizations in charge of the state’s supply of power. The “root-cause” report, which outlines a range of failures, should be setting off alarms with regulators, lawmakers and consumers across the country. […]
  • On October 14, 2020
  • affordability, blackouts, California, Frank Wolak, grid reliability, Jim Patterson, NPR, renewable energy
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29Jul

During this Election, Energy Affordability is a Crisis

A “tidal wave” of power shut-offs is looming over the nation as families struggle with mid-summer heat and the devastating financial effects of the pandemic. That is how NPR recently described a heartbreaking situation where millions of families are choosing between paying power bills and putting food on the table or buying essential medication. New […]
  • On July 29, 2020
  • affordability, coronavirus, Department of Energy (DOE), electricity prices, Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO), Morning Consult, National Mining Association (NMA), NPR, polling, Rich Nolan
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  • Policy Crippled California’s Grid. Is Yours Next?
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