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Unpacking the Solar Cost Shift Fallacy: How Pro-Utility Groups in CA Mislead the Public
utility profits are another reason the high utility costs for non-solar customers.
PG&E Asks to Raise Rates Again and Pay Shareholders Higher Profits
California’s largest investor-owned utility asked state regulators to approve increased compensation for shareholders, saying it’s needed to attract investors. Aka- people making money off of nonsolar owners…
CA action alert- call legislators
Governor Newsom's CPUC has proposed to break your solar contract, slash your solar credit, and slap you with a solar tax. These changes would apply to ALL solar customers who signed up for solar before April 2023 (NEM1 and NEM2). Our best chance of stopping this proposal is to make it Dead On Arrival in the State Legislature.
This is a red alert. Please stop what you are doing and send your...
Bipartisan Energy Policy
Yes, it is exists. I’m going to go out on a limb and bet that clean energy becomes a well accepted bipartisan issue in the coming years. Eg, just as we are seeing big tech migrate to the GOP, I think we’ll see the same with cleantech.
Contractor licensing - CA Class B question
If the ground mounted or carport mounted solar PV system is providing power generated by the system to a building, it is in connection to that building and is appropriate.
How to Get Involved in Your Community for CA Residents
Have you ever wondered how to make a meaningful impact in your community? Did you know that you can get appointed to a state or local board or commission to help shape policy and contribute to the future of California?
For people, in California, here's a way to get started:
How to Apply for a Governor-Appointed Position
Explore Available Positions: Visit the Governor's Appointments Index to...
The Clean Energy Revolution is Here – But Big Utilities Are Trying to Stop It. We Need to Fight Back.
I'd put countering the false cost shift narrative as top of the list on this topic. I just shared on a different thread, but I'm sharing on this one too cuz the topic is so important. Check out the Solar Rights Alliance whitepaper for helpful talking points:
New study shows how CA rooftop solar consumers save all ratepayers $2.3 billion
Solar & Renewable Data Set Resources
Here's my recommended list:
U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA)
Offers comprehensive data on energy production, consumption, and trends in renewable energy.
Website: EIA.gov
National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL)
Provides datasets related to solar energy, wind energy, and other renewables, including maps and modeling tools.
Website: NREL.gov
International Renewable Energy...
The IRA and the Future of Energy: Balancing Climate Goals with the Demands of AI
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) has significantly reshaped the U.S. approach to renewable energy, investing heavily in initiatives designed to promote clean technologies. While this has led to impressive growth in the renewable sector, new challenges are emerging—most notably, the escalating energy demands of AI-driven data centers.
As these facilities require more power than ever, often...
Solar labor force data - wanted
IREC solar jobs census: solar-jobs-census
Urgent Call to Action for California Solar Industry: Ensuring Accuracy in Solar Bill Savings Estimates
following and will contribute. good thread!
Berkeley Lab webinar update on state clean electricity standards
Thnx for sharing!
AI Ideas on Climate Change-Related Topics
I get where you are headed. It does seem like the fun part of AI is coming up with the questions, and, of course, trying to see what it can't answer.
I've gotten into a number of debates with folks about whether policies that support rooftop (privately owned) solar should be phased out in favor of supporting utility scale renewable energy. Eg., many people think rooftop solar owners are...
What aspect of human behavior is driving climate change?
Fear. I think fear causes people to not want to change, leading to inaction. I think fear cause people to deny climate change exists because of the implications of accepting the reality of climate change. I think fear of economic disruption leads to short-term focus and decision-making. I think fear of the consequences of climate change, such as resource scarcity, displaced communities and...
California Supreme Court NEM 3.0 case against the CPUC
The Solar Rights Alliance has some good links for background materials and advocacy: State Supreme Court grants review of lawsuit against NEM3 rooftop solar decision. I'm trying to stay up to speed on the case too. Appreciate the thread. Thx
CPUC approves LGPs for renewables to connect to California grid
Thanks for sharing
What one action could make the most significant difference in mitigating climate change?
The creation of a carbon footprint reduction game that gives prizes or recognition when people and businesses meet goals.