Integrating California's power grid with the Pacific Northwest, Southwest, western Canada, and Mexico can allow in-state renewable plants to operate fully.
CPUC approved flat fees up to $24.15 and electricity cost cuts of 5-7 cents per kilowatt-hour for 11 million customers to reduce carbon emissions.
Transition to all-electric lifestyles requires evolving electricity rate design to meet the moment, according to CPUC President Alice Busching Reynolds.
CPUC's controversial proposal faces criticism for potentially increasing bills for working-class customers and hindering energy conservation efforts.
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