Newsom finally says yes to virtual power plants

California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) defied political expectations on Wednesday and signed into law a slate of energy-affordability legislation aimed at containing the utility spending that is driving up electricity costs in the Golden State.

First covered Oct 1, 2026 · 10:30 AM PT · 1 article

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8h Canary Media Newsom finally says yes to virtual power plants — California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) defied political expectations on Wednesday and signed into law a slate of energy-affordability legislation aimed at containing…

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Bluesky: @jeffstjohn.bsky.social Jeff St. John · 8h ago · 0 ♥ California Gov. Gavin Newsom defied political expectations Wednesday by signing a raft of bills aimed at curbing utility spending and boosting the role of household battery and smart thermostat-based virtual power plants to bring down electricity costs:…

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