Legislature Must Stop Energy Price Gouging, Reclaim Energy Company Windfalls, Say Consumer Advocates
SB2X 1 Would Force Power Companies to Refund Billions to Taxpayers
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Energy firms tackle image
Tired of being lambasted in California, out-of-state power generators are fighting back.Sacramento Bee In the span of months, energy generators with headquarters…
Aug 19, 2001
Energy
Bailout Watch #67 – Aug 17, 2001
BAILOUT WATCH: Keeping an eye on the energy industry and the politicians Bailout Watch #67 - Aug 17, 2001 From Regulator to…
Aug 17, 2001
Energy
More than ever is spent on lobbying
Sacramento Bee A record $344 million was spent to influence California lawmakers and regulatory agencies during the two-year legislative session ending Dec.…
Aug 17, 2001
Insurance
COLOR DAVIS’ ENERGY POLICY GREEN
LA Weekly When the Los Angeles Times called for the ouster of Governor Gray Davis' press secretary -- for buying a few…
Aug 17, 2001
Energy
Bailout Watch #66 – Aug 15, 2001
BAILOUT WATCH: Keeping an eye on the energy industry and the politicians Bailout Watch #66 - Aug 15, 2001 All Quid no…
Aug 15, 2001
Energy
Edison Hangs Hopes on Sacramento
Execs say debt load can't be eased without legislative help. A deadline passes without action.Los Angeles Times Legislative action in the next…
Aug 15, 2001
Energy
Davis reveals makeup of Power Authority
The San Francisco Chronicle Gov. Gray Davis drew yesterday from his own inner circle and the business world to create a public…
Aug 14, 2001
Energy
State Power Authority takes first step
The San Francisco Chronicle California enters undiscovered territory this week with the launch of a new Power Authority that will have unprecedented…
Aug 12, 2001
Energy
Chaos, Inexperience Hobbled Power Buyers
State electricity purchasers often finished second against veteran industry traders.Los Angeles Times It was the night before the darkest day of the…
Aug 12, 2001
Energy
Californians Ponder Power Officials’ Ethics During Energy Crisis
San Jose Mercury News Californians who suspect they have been victimized by profiteering energy companies have something new to ponder.
Aug 11, 2001
Energy
Bailout Watch #65 – Aug 10, 2001
BAILOUT WATCH: Keeping an eye on the energy industry and the politicians Bailout Watch #65 - Aug 10, 2001 Davis's Department of…
Aug 10, 2001
Insurance
State agency files revised money needs, but no details
The Associated Press An administrative law judge with the Public Utilities Commission has given utilities and consumer groups until Tuesday to comment…
Aug 9, 2001
Energy
Bailout Watch #64 – Aug 08, 2001
BAILOUT WATCH: Keeping an eye on the energy industry and the politicians Bailout Watch #64 - Aug 08, 2001 National Edition Prez.…
Aug 8, 2001
Energy
State still not sure if electric rate increase is needed
The Associated Press California consumer's electric rates won't climb any higher, according to officials from the agency that has spent more than…
Aug 8, 2001
Energy
Developments in California’s energy crisis
The Associated Press Pacific Gas and Electric Co. tells state power regulators the amount of electricity each household can buy at the…
Aug 8, 2001