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January 9, 2026

California Energy Commission (CEC)

CEC
Calif. Fights to Maintain ZEV Momentum
Facing federal attacks on its landmark zero-emission vehicle regulations, California is “doubling down” on efforts to spur ZEV adoption.
CAISO
Calif. Electric Reliability Outlook Strong, CEC Report Says

California should have plenty of electricity available to meet demand over the next few years, even during extreme weather events or if new energy resource installations are delayed, a California Energy Commission report said.

CEC
Report: Hydrogen Transportation Future Down Significantly in California

Hydrogen transportation is struggling to find momentum in California, with the number of open fueling stations decreasing again last year, while fuel prices continue to increase.

Darden Clean Energy Project
CEC Approves Massive Solar-plus-storage Project

California regulators approved Intersect Power’s Darden Clean Energy Project, which is expected to be the largest battery energy storage system in the world when completed.

The Brattle Group
Expanded EDAM Would Reduce Curtailment, Costs, Study Finds

California Energy Commission staff presented a study on the size of CAISO’s Extended Day-Ahead Market, finding more benefits as the market’s footprint increases.

California Senate
Calif. Bill Seeks to Control Electric Bills, Create Transmission Authority

A California bill that would take aim at soaring electric bills and create a transmission infrastructure authority has cleared the state Senate and now is being considered in the Assembly.

Compass Energy Storage
CEC Considers Opposition to Compass Battery Project in Southern California

California is setting records with battery energy storage operating on its grid every day, but in one Southern California beach county, residents have come out in large numbers to oppose a proposed 250-MW battery project because of safety and aesthetic concerns.

CAISO
CAISO Chooses Viridon to Develop Humboldt OSW Transmission Projects
CAISO selected Viridon, a power infrastructure development firm, to finance, build and operate new transmission lines and infrastructure in Humboldt County for planned offshore wind development.
Shutterstock
Calif. Looks for Ways to Spur Heat Pump Adoption
California’s goal of deploying 6 million heat pumps in buildings by 2030 is being tackled from multiple angles, and the different strategies were the subject of a panel discussion during a recent conference.
CEC
CEC Approves 3 IRPs, Decreases Battery Storage Project Size

The California Energy Commission approved three integrated resource plans for publicly owned utilities as the state prepares the grid to meet peak loads this summer.


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