50 Years of Energy Leadership: California’s Clean Energy Progress
For 50 years, the California Energy Commission has been a driving force in shaping a vision of a clean energy future, setting the standard on efficiency, conservation, and renewable energy. Over the decades, we've made tremendous strides toward that future. Here’s how it all started.
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The Warren‐Alquist Act established the California Energy Commission in 1974. As the state's primary energy policy and planning agency, the Energy Commission is committed to reducing energy costs, curtailing greenhouse gas emissions, and ensuring a safe, resilient, and reliable supply of energy.