Press Releases
California Strengthens Protections Against Disconnections During Extreme Heat
SAN FRANCISCO— The California Public Utilities Commission today agreed to reduce the temperature that triggers a statewide ban on utility disconnections to 90 degrees Fahrenheit, rejecting corporate utilities’ proposal to keep the threshold at 100 degrees.
The Utility Reform Network Intervenes in AT&T’s Federal Lawsuit Against the CPUC to Defend Reliable Communications Services for California Ratepayers
Oakland, CA - Today, The Utility Reform Network (TURN) has filed a motion to intervene in AT&T’s federal lawsuit against the California Public Utilities Commission and California Attorney General. TURN submitted this filing in partnership with the California State Association of Counties (CSAC), Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC), and the Communications Workers of America (CWA).
Bills Protecting Ratepayers from Data Center Costs and Incentivizing Sustainable Tech Infrastructure Introduced
SACRAMENTO – Yesterday, Senator Steve Padilla (D-San Diego) introduced Senate Bills 886and 887, two measures designed to protect California ratepayers from the potential increased costs and environmental damage caused by data centers.
PG&E Rate Hike Could Cost Families Over $500 a Year by 2030—TURN Urges Public to Speak Out
Oakland, CA — The Utility Reform Network (TURN) is calling on PG&E customers to raise their voices against PG&E’s proposed rate increases, which could drive monthly bills up by $42—totaling more than $500 annually—by 2030…
California residents demand Governor and Lawmakers control skyrocketing utility bills, according to new poll
Sacramento, CA — California utility consumers are demanding lawmakers rein in skyrocketing rates and hold for-profit investor-owned utilities (IOUs) accountable…
SoCal Edison reports record profits of $1.619 billion in 2024 while rates continue to rise
Los Angeles, CA — Southern California Edison (SCE) reported a record $1.619 billion in 2024 profits today, a 9.8% increase from the previous year. While profits increased, SCE customer’s rates have increased by 26% in the last three years…
The Big Four California Investor Owned Utilities Spent Over $21.8Million on Lobbying in 2024
Sacramento, Calif. — California’s four major investor-owned utilities (IOUs) — for-profit corporate utilities — spent a staggering $21,854,420 on lobbying and influence efforts in 2024.
TURN Applauds CPUC Decision to Reduce Utility Return on Equity, Saving Ratepayers Hundreds of Millions in 2025
Oakland, CA – TURN proudly announces a significant win for California ratepayers! The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has issued a decision that will reduce shareholder profits for the state’s largest energy utilities, including PG&E, SCE, SoCalGas, and SDG&E.
CPUC to Vote on Massive So Cal Edison 18% Rate Hike
Typical Customer Bill Would Skyrocket $180 Annually by 2023
California Public Utilities Commission has scheduled an August 19 vote to take action on its Proposed Decision (PD) to authorize a massive increase for SCE customers…