Source: Imperial Valley Press | By Staff Report

The legislative package has earned the backing of both consumer and environmental advocates, including The Utility Reform Network (TURN) and Net Zero California.  “Senator Padilla’s bills include critical protections to ensure that data center development will benefit the electrical grid, consumers, and the environment,” said Matthew Freedman, staff attorney for TURN.

Two California State Senate committees took a major step this week toward ensuring that the rapid expansion of "Big Tech" infrastructure doesn't come at the expense of local families’ utility bills or the environment.