Tight Summer Electricity Supply PredictedMay 9, 2018 | Steve MilneCalifornia's energy grid manager says the electricity supply will be tight this summer. The Folsom-based California Independent System Operator, or CAL-ISO, says low snowpack in the mountains means below-average hydroelectricity supplies.
EnvironmentSummer Power Supply 'Adequate' For CaliforniaMay 18, 2016 | Ed JoyceCalifornia's energy grid manager says supply should be adequate for the summer, despite potential natural gas shortages in Southern California. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentStudy: Cal-ISO, PacifiCorp Electric Transmission Grid Merger Saves MoneyOctober 13, 2015 | Ed JoyceThe creation of a regional electric transmission grid for six western states, including California, has moved a step closer to reality. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornia Drought: Power Supply Will Meet Summer DemandMay 7, 2015 | Ed JoyceThe manager of California's power grid says additional supply, mostly from solar sources, will help it meet electricity demand this summer. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornia Drought: Summer Power Supply 'Looking Good'May 4, 2015 | Ed JoyceThe fourth year of drought and above-normal summer temperatures are not expected to put a strain on California’s power supply. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.