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SB 533: Electrical corporations wildfire mitigation plans, deenergization events

California State Capitol Building Sacramento by Christopher Padalinski
California State Capitol Building Sacramento by Christopher Padalinski

SB 533 (Stern) This bill requires IOUs to identify which circuits are frequently de-energized and the steps taken to reduce the need for de-energization in their wildfire mitigation plans, and requires electrical corporations to collaborate with local governments, tribal governments, and CCAs to develop microgrids and other energy solutions. STATUS: Signed by the Governor on September 23, 2021.