On September 26, California Governor Jerry Brown signed into law Senate Bill 1414, putting demand response on a level playing field with generation, and empowering the California Public Utilities Commission to include demand response, not just fossil fuel investments, in its plans to meet the state’s electricity needs.
This legislation exemplifies California’s leadership in developing smart energy solutions. As the nation’s grid evolves, this law sets an important example for other states to follow. As a result, demand response will be a key tool in helping California develop a cleaner, more reliable electric grid.
Read the full text of the legislation here.