California Gov. Gavin Newsom is racing to prolong the life of the state’s only nuclear plant, citing anticipated power shortages for years to come
U.S. electric bills have soared, and are likely to move higher as households break out their air conditioners. WSJ’s Katherine Blunt explains why electricity and natural gas prices are up so much this year and offers tips on how to manage the expense. Illustration: Mike CheslikCalifornia lawmakers are racing to hammer out a plan to keep the state’s last nuclear plant online, citing anticipated power shortages for years to come.
The effort, spearheaded by Gov. Gavin Newsom, is likely the legislature’s last opportunity to extend the life of the plant, known as Diablo Canyon, past its planned retirement in the coming years. The state energy commission has signaled the plant is needed to help keep the lights on as
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