Costs of Upgrading the Distribution Grid for Electrification - Fact Sheet
Memo, June 06, 2023 -
Overview
The Public Advocates Office is finalizing a study of the costs of upgrading the distribution grids of the three largest investor-owned utilities to meet California’s transportation electrification goals. Our preliminary results indicate that the total cost of upgrading the distribution grid by 2035 will be approximately $15 billion to $20 billion. This is approximately one third of the costs identified by a similar study conducted by Kevala, a consultant engaged by the California Public Utility Commission (CPUC). We intend to complete our study in August 2023. Please download the memo below to read through our preliminary findings.
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