MatrioticMuckraker t1_j7wn8c6 wrote on February 9, 2023 at 10:44 PM

The NEM 3 vote demonstrated that pivotal decisions about CA's energy reality are controlled by oligarchic rather than democratic or even vaguely representative systems. What is the most effective way for citizens to change that dynamic? Are you aware of any current efforts to reform the CPUC?

Sammy_Roth t1_j7wu73l wrote on February 9, 2023 at 11:32 PM

Hey there, thank you for the question. I'm not aware of any significant CPUC reform efforts right now, at least anything that would result in different results to the recent net metering decision. It's certainly fueled a lot of public frustration, though.

For those not sure what we're talking about, here's some background: https://www.latimes.com/business/story/2022-12-15/california-just-slashed-rooftop-solar-incentives-what-happens-next