Summary
The board authorized releasing cap-and-invest revenues for FY 2027, with $3.8 million going to free direct-install appliance upgrades and rebates for utility customers, prioritizing disadvantaged and low-income communities. Commissioners also flagged that new CARB electrification rules could restrict gas-appliance programs in the future.
At a glance
- Total mentions
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- Last 30 days
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Last discussed May 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $3.8 million of auction revenue directed to customer programs; no cost to the general fund.
Utility customers, especially those in disadvantaged and low-income communities, get free efficient appliances and rebates.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Utilities Commission - Special Meeting - May 14, 2026
The board authorized releasing cap-and-invest revenues for FY 2027, with $3.8 million going to free direct-install appliance upgrades and rebates for utility customers, prioritizing disadvantaged and low-income communities. Commissioners also flagged that new CARB electrification rules could restrict gas-appliance programs in the future.
Utilities Commission - Communications Committee - Apr 2, 2026
The department commented to the state Air Resources Board against limiting greenhouse gas allowance money to non-fossil-fuel projects only. With Long Beach's older homes, simply replacing an old gas stove with a new one cuts emissions without costly retrofits.
Utilities Commission - Mar 5, 2026
Federal LIHEAP funds will keep being credited directly to qualifying low-income gas customers' bills through March 2029. About $2.1 million has helped 3,300+ households since 2023; eligible households can apply once per year.
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