Tag: Renewable Energy
German Consul General Highlights Opportunities for California Businesses
California and Germany have many ongoing cooperative efforts underway already and there are more opportunities to come, German Consul General Oliver Schramm told a...
CalChamber Companies Take Action to Maintain Grid Reliability; Governor Announces Compensation for Demand Reduction
When called on to take immediate emergency action to conserve energy by Governor Gavin Newsom, California Chamber of Commerce members responded, helping to avert...
CalChamber Backs Bipartisan Infrastructure Framework
The California Chamber of Commerce is urging the California congressional delegation to support the bipartisan infrastructure plan endorsed by President Joe Biden and a...
CalChamber Companies Lead in Innovating to Reduce Global Carbon Emissions
Reading the news these days, it is easy to get lost in the rhetoric of climate change. But in California, we’ve long moved past...
Record Heat Kicks Off Wave of Rolling Blackouts
For the first time in 20 years, California experienced rolling blackouts at more than 400,000 homes and businesses this week as energy demand outpaced...
Smart Choices Balance Climate Change, Renewables, and Energy Stability
California energy policy is a complex interaction of economics, technological challenges, and environmental considerations, all of which must work together to create a reliable...
Legislative Analyst: Rely More on Most Cost-Effective Climate Strategies
Relying more on the most cost-effective greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction strategies was recommended last month by the California Legislative Analyst’s Office (LAO).
In its annual...
Legislature Sends 3 Job Creator Bills to Governor
Three bills identified by the California Chamber of Commerce as job creators passed the Legislature this year and await action by the Governor. The...
Job Creator Bills Move on for Consideration by Second House
Five bills the California Chamber of Commerce has identified as job creators have passed the legislative house...
Why a Regional Power Grid Brings Energy Security to Businesses/Consumers
Reliable energy infrastructure is a hallmark of a modern world, and affordable power is vital for economic development and social cohesion. Ensuring that electricity...
Senate Committee OKs First Step Toward Reliable Regional Energy Grid
A California Chamber of Commerce-supported bill that will promote energy efficiency and grid reliability won approval from a Senate policy committee this week.
AB 813...
California-Mexico Partnership Luncheon Features Innovations in Energy, Education
Energy projects that are helping foster innovations in California and Mexico were highlighted this week at an international luncheon forum co-hosted by the California...
Ukrainian Delegates Highlight Joint Energy Opportunities with State
Energy independence and security were subjects of interest when several Ukrainian delegates visited the California Chamber of Commerce on March 14.
Leading the group was...
CalChamber Luncheon Highlights Mexico’s Energy Reform, Investment Opportunities
Mexico’s energy reform and investment opportunities were the topic of discussion this week at a California Chamber of Commerce International Luncheon Forum.
Nearly 100 guests...
Job Killer Bill May Increase Fuel Costs; Proposal Continues to Move in Assembly
Fuel costs for California businesses may increase if a job killer bill passed by the Assembly Utilities and Commerce Committee this week is signed...
Senate Passes Bills Increasing Fuel Costs, Regulatory Burden
The Senate this week passed two California Chamber of Commerce-opposed “job killer” bills that, if signed into law, may increase costs for California businesses...
Senate Committee Votes to Increase Environmental Regulatory Burden
Three California Chamber of Commerce-opposed “job killer” bills that increase the burden of environmental regulations passed a Senate policy committee this week, including a...
