Energy Regulation

CPUC Awards $3.29M for Digital Literacy and Broadband Access

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has approved $3.29 million in grants from the California Advanced Services Fund to support 21 projects aimed at expanding digital literacy training and public broadband access across the state. These grants will fund initiatives serving an estimated 16,145 Californians in underserved communities.

PacifiCorp Petition for Accounting Order on Evaluator Costs

The Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission (UTC) is processing a petition from PacifiCorp (Pacific Power & Light Company) for an accounting order. The petition seeks approval to defer independent evaluator costs related to the 2025 Washington-situs Request for Proposals. The case is currently pending.

Klickitat County Solid Waste Plan Docket

The Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission (UTC) has opened a docket for Klickitat County's preliminary Comprehensive Solid Waste Management Plan. The commission will provide comments on the potential cost impact to customers of regulated solid waste collection companies.

City of Wenatchee Petition for Railroad Warning Device Modification

The City of Wenatchee has filed a petition with the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission (UTC) to modify railroad warning devices at the 9th Street Crossing. The petition was filed on July 15, 2022, and is currently in a formal status.

Murrey's Disposal Tariff Revisions Seeking Additional Revenue

Murrey's Disposal Company, Inc. has filed tariff revisions with the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission (UTC) seeking to increase annual revenue by approximately $950,000. The proposed revisions are necessary to recover increased disposal fees at the Pierce County Recycling, Composting and Disposal facility.