Public Utility Commissions play a major role in the clean energy future, utility rates and more but what do we really know about these regulating bodies? Listen in as we take a look behind the curtain at PUCs with transportation electrification policy analyst Deb Kapiloff.

Further Reading

• Learn more about electricity regulation in the U.S.
• Take a deeper dive into the different types of utilities (public vs. cooperate vs. investor owned etc.) 
• Check out the NAACP guide to engaging with PUCs 
• Read more about WRA's work with PUCs
• Learn about the new Silverhawk powerplant in Nevada
• Leave a public comment for the Colorado Public Utility Commission
• Visit the PUC podcast episode page on our website for photos, links and more.

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