EnvironmentCalifornia Could Get More Aggressive In Its Renewable Energy GoalsMay 2, 2017 | Sally LongeneckerA group of Democratic state senators wants 100 percent of California’s electricity to come from clean or renewable sources by the year 2045.
PG&E Cited $5.45M Over Natural Gas InspectionsDecember 23, 2016(AP) - California regulators have issued a $5.45 million citation against Pacific Gas & Electric Co. after they say the company used contractors who lacked required qualifications to conduct corrosion inspections on the company's natural gas system.
PG&E Fined $24.3M For Poor Record Keeping On Gas PipelinesJune 1, 2016(AP) — State regulators are seeking $24.3 million in penalties from California's largest utility for failing to maintain accurate records of its natural gas distribution system.
EnvironmentFeds: Risk Of 2016 Quake Increases, Especially In OklahomaMarch 28, 2016(AP) — Federal scientists say the chance of damaging earthquakes hitting east of the Rockies has increased significantly, much of it a man-made byproduct of drilling for energy.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezMeasurements Show Aliso Canyon Methane Leak Stabilizing January 28, 2016The Aliso Canyon natural gas leak seems to be stabilizing around 20,000 kilograms per hour, according to preliminary measurements. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalif. Senators Plan Legislative Response To Porter Ranch Gas LeakJanuary 11, 2016 | Ben BradfordSome California lawmakers are pushing for more inspections and safety equipment at gas storage facilities. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentTwo Months In, Much Remains Unknown About Calif. Gas LeakDecember 15, 2015 | Ben BradfordAlmost two months after the discovery of a natural gas leak at a storage site near Los Angeles, the company responsible says it can’t identify the cause or how much methane has been released. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
