Energy

Consumer advocates vow initiative if Edison bailed out

August 21, 2001  ·  Consumer Watchdog

<p class="source">The Associated Press</p> <p>A vocal consumers rights group has teamed up with a consultant from the successful 1978 property tax revolt initiative to try to roll back any bailout of electric utilities approved by the state Legislature.</p>

Bailout Watch #67 – Aug 17, 2001

August 17, 2001  ·  Consumer Watchdog

<strong>BAILOUT WATCH: Keeping an eye on the energy industry and the politicians<br/> <br/> Bailout Watch #67 - Aug 17, 2001<br/> <br/> From Regulator to Regulated in two easy steps.</strong> First, use your high-power government job to allow...

More than ever is spent on lobbying

August 17, 2001  ·  Consumer Watchdog

<p class="source">Sacramento Bee</p> <p>A record $344 million was spent to influence California lawmakers and regulatory agencies during the two-year legislative session ending Dec. 31, according to a report issued Thursday.</p>

Bailout Watch #66 – Aug 15, 2001

August 15, 2001  ·  Consumer Watchdog

<strong>BAILOUT WATCH: Keeping an eye on the energy industry and the politicians<br/> <br/> Bailout Watch #66 - Aug 15, 2001<br/> <br/> All Quid no Quo.</strong> For months, Governor Davis has assured Californians that he is not pursuing a...

Edison Hangs Hopes on Sacramento

August 15, 2001  ·  Consumer Watchdog

<h3>Execs say debt load can't be eased without legislative help. A deadline passes without action.</h3><p class="source">Los Angeles Times</p> <p>Legislative action in the next month probably will determine whether Southern California Edison escapes filing for bankruptcy, executives at the troubled electric utility said Tuesday.</p>

Davis reveals makeup of Power Authority

August 14, 2001  ·  Consumer Watchdog

<p class="source">The San Francisco Chronicle</p> <p>Gov. Gray Davis drew yesterday from his own inner circle and the business world to create a public Power Authority that takes control this week over California's energy future.</p>

State Power Authority takes first step

August 12, 2001  ·  Consumer Watchdog

<p class="source">The San Francisco Chronicle</p> <p>California enters undiscovered territory this week with the launch of a new Power Authority that will have unprecedented control over the state's energy system.</p>

Chaos, Inexperience Hobbled Power Buyers

August 12, 2001  ·  Consumer Watchdog

<h3>State electricity purchasers often finished second against veteran industry traders.</h3><p class="source">Los Angeles Times</p> <p>It was the night before the darkest day of the winter energy crisis, when California's first wave of rolling blackouts paralyzed cities from Bakersfield to Eureka.</p>

Californians Ponder Power Officials’ Ethics During Energy Crisis

August 11, 2001  ·  Consumer Watchdog

<p class="source">San Jose Mercury News</p> <p>Californians who suspect they have been victimized by profiteering energy companies have something new to ponder.</p>

Bailout Watch #65 – Aug 10, 2001

August 10, 2001  ·  Consumer Watchdog

<strong>BAILOUT WATCH: Keeping an eye on the energy industry and the politicians<br/> <br/> Bailout Watch #65 - Aug 10, 2001<br/> <br/> Davis's Department of Disregard.</strong> Recently, the DWR could be seen warming up for its...</strong>

Bailout Watch #64 – Aug 08, 2001

August 8, 2001  ·  Consumer Watchdog

<strong>BAILOUT WATCH: Keeping an eye on the energy industry and the politicians<br/> <br/> Bailout Watch #64 - Aug 08, 2001<br/> <br/> National Edition<br/> <br/> Prez. to Governors: We can deregula... I mean regulate your power...</strong>

State still not sure if electric rate increase is needed

August 8, 2001  ·  Consumer Watchdog

<p class="source">The Associated Press</p> <p>California consumer's electric rates won't climb any higher, according to officials from the agency that has spent more than $9 billion buying power on behalf of millions of utility customers.</p>