California Energy Commission

California Energy Commission General Information

Description

California Energy Commission is an energy policy and planning agency based in Sacramento, California. The firm's primary responsibility is to facilitate the development of all energy projects in the state, with an eye toward encouraging green energy programs. The commission has the authority to approve or deny site applications for new power plants (including nuclear facilities), to write energy performance standards for new buildings and appliances, to fund research and development, and to support investment in efficiency programs.