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September Is Here. That Means Another Nail-Biter for California’s Grid.

Union of Concerned Scientists

For California power grid experts, September is a nerve-wracking month, still very much part of danger season on the West Coast. At any point in the summer, extreme heat could trigger electricity supply shortages and rotating power outages. But September is the month when this type of power outage is most likely in California.

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Testimony before the United States House of Representatives Committee on Energy and Commerce 2021 Texas Grid Failure

Environmental Progress

Some have argued that weather-dependent energies would, paradoxically, make electricity even more reliable. 1] But recent power outages in Texas and California have poured cold water on these arguments. 1] But recent power outages in Texas and California have poured cold water on these arguments. But all else is not equal.

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Wednesday PA Environment & Energy NewsClips 6.15.22

PA Environment Daily

TODAY 10:00: House Consumer Affairs Committee hearing on House Bill 1789 (Sankey-R- Clearfield) further providing for price and other disclosures related to competitive electric and natural gas shopping. Click Here to watch online. Room 205 Ryan Building.