California Sunshine Yields Ample Daytime Power, Some WastedMarch 19, 2017(AP) - California is producing so much solar-powered electricity during daytime hours that some plants are shutting down until demand picks up later in the day.
EnvironmentStudy Shows Benefits Of Regional Power MarketJuly 12, 2016 | Amy QuintonA new study shows that creating a multi-state electric market in the West would allow California to reach its 50 percent renewable energy goal by 2030.
EnvironmentRecord Heat, Wildfires Scorch Western U.S.June 19, 2016 | Ed JoyceAs thousands of federal and state firefighters work to contain wildfires in California and other western states, record-setting heat has prompted warnings from the National Weather Service for parts of California, Nevada and Arizona.
New System Allows Cal ISO To Purchase Power Automatically When NeededNovember 10, 2014 | Bob MoffittCalifornia's Independent System Operator says it now has faster and cheaper access to power thanks to a new automated system. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentImported Hydroelectricity Will Help Meet Summer DemandMay 13, 2014 | Steve MilneMore people in California will be turning on their air conditioners this week as the weather heats up. That will put a strain on the state's energy resources including hydroelectricity, which is already in short supply because of the drought. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
