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Edison International Energized – SCE Offers Larger Rebates for Backup Power Purchases ·

What Triggers a Public Safety Power Shutoff?

SCE answers common questions about how PSPS works, why customers may be affected differently and when power can be safely restored.
Southern California Edison (SCE) – Self Generation Incentive Program (SGIP) ·

What Triggers a Public Safety Power Shutoff?

What Triggers a Public Safety Power Shutoff? Lawrence Hoi Yip Thu, 10/15/2026 - 14:52 SCE answers common questions about how PSPS works, why customers may be affected differently and when power can…
Canary Media, Solar coverage ·

Tech giants want clean energy in N.C. Is Duke finally ready to help?

In North Carolina, tech giants and other large corporations that want their own 24/7 carbon-free electricity have a problem. Across most of the state, only Duke Energy, the state’s vertically…
LA Times Environment ·

The El Niño stars are aligning in record-breaking ways. Here's how the high tides stack up

Overwhelmed by El Niño forecasts? An expert explains how a confluence of high tide cycles could peak around Thanksgiving and Christmas along coastal California.
Edible Monterey Bay ·

8 Glorious Events Worth Your Vote…in 1 Weekend

Oct. 13, 2026—Deciding among the plethora of tempting options for bacchanalian decadence this weekend makes the California ballot look easy. I suggest you fill yours out and secure it safely in a…
California Energy Commission, IRA Residential Energy Rebate Programs ·

October 19, 2026 - Business Meeting Supporting Materials

Home Home October 19, 2026 - Business Meeting Supporting Materials
Southern California Edison (SCE) – Self Generation Incentive Program (SGIP) ·

ABS bench marking maintenance

ABS bench marking maintenance yamunadevi.s Fri, 10/09/2026 - 21:33 Bench marking application is unavailable during this period. Page reference Benchmarking Dashboard Expiration Date Time Sat,…
Edison International Energized – SCE Offers Larger Rebates for Backup Power Purchases ·

Stay Safe During a Windy Week in SoCal

SCE crews are ready to respond as strong winds bring increased fire danger and the potential for Public Safety Power Shutoffs.
Canary Media, Solar coverage ·

What's up with Pennsylvania's hydrogen hubs?

This article was originally published by Inside Climate News , a nonprofit, nonpartisan news organization that covers climate, energy, and the environment. Sign up for its newsletter. Three years…
LA Times Environment ·

Climate change is weakening Santa Ana winds — but won't save SoCal from devastating fires

Scientist have projected for years that climate change would lead to fewer Santa Anas by the end of the century. A new UCLA paper shows it's already happening.
Edible Monterey Bay ·

Lalla Promenade Expands on Magnetic Menu With Brunch

Oct.13, 2026—Weekend brunch has officially arrived at Lalla Grill Promenade, giving Marina and the surrounding communities a new reason to gather at The Marina Dunes. The newest addition to the Lalla…
Southern California Edison (SCE) – Self Generation Incentive Program (SGIP) ·

ABS Benchmarking Application Maintenance

ABS Benchmarking Application Maintenance Candace.loya Fri, 10/09/2026 - 14:52 We are making improvements. The ABS Benchmarking Application will be unavailable from 2 a.m. until 4 a.m. on Fri., Oct.…
Edison International Energized – SCE Offers Larger Rebates for Backup Power Purchases ·

SCE Linemen Prepare for Rodeo Journey

Three teams practice their technique, teamwork and timing during a season of competitions.
Canary Media, Solar coverage ·

A new class of batteries helps data centers play nicely with the grid

Lithium-ion batteries could do so much for AI data centers and the power grid. They’re cheaper than the fossil-gas turbines that tech giants are building at gigawatt scale for their “AI factories.”…
LA Times Environment ·

A little bipartisan bromance as Schwarzenegger, Newsom laud California's climate-change wins

Former Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and Gov. Gavin Newsom marked 20 years of California’s landmark climate law, celebrating a rare show of bipartisan unity amid deepening political polarization.
Edible Monterey Bay ·

Sidepiece Residency at Madson Does Fire Sushi

Oct. 13, 2026—A light breeze blows through the warehouse door at Madson Wines on a Thursday evening. The Fugees play in the background. Chefs Adam David and Jeffrey Wall exchange friendly banter as…
Edison International Energized – SCE Offers Larger Rebates for Backup Power Purchases ·

7 Myths About Battery Storage

SCE clears up common misconceptions about battery storage facilities and how they work.
Canary Media, Solar coverage ·

Nuclear-powered data centers? It’s a tough sell in Utah coal country.

This story was originally published by Grist . Sign up for Grist's weekly newsletter . Cindy O’Neil understands the boom-and-bust cycles of industry. Her husband spent years working in Carbon…
LA Times Environment ·

Cause of death for Jackie the bald eagle revealed; avian icon has been cremated

Questions swirled when Big Bear's beloved bald eagle Jackie died after a mysterious illness in August. Officials released details about her cause of death on Wednesday.
Edible Monterey Bay ·

Rediscovering What’s Already in Your Kitchen

Oct. 13, 2026—Every home cook has been there. You clean out the refrigerator and discover a jar of pesto tucked behind the yogurt, a new package of tortillas from a couple weeks ago, or a specialty…
Canary Media, Solar coverage ·

How one Chicago program is diversifying the solar workforce

CHICAGO — On a beautiful fall Saturday morning on the South Side of Chicago, the Life Center Church of God in Christ thrummed with excitement. The pews were packed with over a thousand people dressed…
LA Times Environment ·

After so many L.A. fire failures, this week's Santa Ana winds test whether officials can do better

A red flag warning will be in place across most of Los Angeles County on Thursday and Friday, providing one of the first major tests of whether government agencies have applied the painful lessons…
Canary Media, Solar coverage ·

What to say to Californians worried about grid batteries

This is California Wire , a weekly newsletter from Jeff St. John on the state’s clean energy transition. Subscribe to get it every Wednesday via Substack. Hi everyone! Welcome back to California…
LA Times Environment ·

California’s Prop. 45 aims to speed construction projects. Opponents say data centers will benefit

Supporters of the initiative on the November ballot say it will speed up environmental review for "essential" projects, but opponents believe potentially polluting ones will be covered too —…
Canary Media, Solar coverage ·

Trump goes after an offshore wind farm that’s already up and running

After halting construction on offshore wind farms and canceling leases for future projects, the Trump administration just took another step to erode America’s troubled offshore wind industry. The…
LA Times Environment ·

AI data centers are coming for federal land. They're roiling the Nevada governor's race

Voters across the country are worried about the effects that artificial intelligence data centers are having on electricity bills, water and the environment.
Canary Media, Solar coverage ·

Solar industry spends to flip control of Georgia utility commission

Voters will have a chance to pick their utility regulators in nine states this November. But Georgia is one of the only states that could flip party control of its public utility commission, an often…
LA Times Environment ·

AI's water consumption includes surging demand from electricity use

Miles away from data centers, power plants are consuming enormous volumes of water to generate the electricity required to run AI, including more efficient cooling systems.
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PG&E Generator and Battery Rebate Is Full for 2026
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