Opinions, Media Releases & Public Commentary 

Rapid-response thought leadership, media distributions, and public commentary.

Breaking Down the Issues that Matter

As we pursue energy democracy, complex policy battles must be translated into clear, accessible public dialogue. CACE publishes rapid-response press releases, op-eds, and analytical commentary to counter utility misinformation, expose systemic regulatory failures, and shape the public conversation around energy justice.

From debunking flawed studies promoting costly nuclear extensions at Diablo Canyon to championing community-driven microgrids, our public statements help keep activists, media, and community leaders informed. 

Explore Our Public Statements & Media Releases

Browse our complete collection of press releases, opinion pieces, and public statements. These resources reflect CACE’s ongoing work to elevate ratepayer affordability, environmental justice, and community resilience in the public eye.

Aerial view of Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant on the California coast
May 27, 2026

Diablo Canyon Is Not Worth the Cost: Debunking the So-Called “MIT Study”

A recent publication has been circulating among California legislators and agency officials, cited as an “MIT Study” offering economic justification for extending…
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A political cartoon about big oil and solar power
Jul 14, 2022

Distributed Energy Resources for Our Communities

California’s utility-driven, centralized energy model is dysfunctional and failing our communities. Utility-caused wildfires, power shutoffs, and steadily increasing rates have proven time…
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A politicval cartoon, entitled 'What is More Equitable Than the Sun' by A Fiore, Mark. (2021). depicts a half-covered sun and a speech bubble 'Trust us, it'll help low-income people' attributed to PG&E
Jun 10, 2022

This is it. Local Solar Needs Us NOW!

Rooftop solar remains under attack. We must continue to stand strong and defend our ability to develop and deploy community-based energy resources. …
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Mar 17, 2022

Energy Resilience and Microgrid Development in Disadvantaged and Vulnerable Communities (March 2022)

This document was developed by the Microgrid Equity Coalition to guide state agencies and grant programs in funding energy resilience and microgrid…
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A political cartoon by Ben Slynfsland where PG&E is featured as a baron sitting on a pule of coins in front of a utility line fire, saying 'No, They're the villian!' pointing at a house with rooftop solar panels.
May 26, 2021

Save Local Solar! Say No to AB 1139!

UPDATE: We understand that the focus of the fight for a Strong Net Energy Metering (NEM) program has shifted. Following the defeat…
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A peachy orange sunset over land and water
Nov 21, 2020

The Time Has Come to “Sunset the PCIA”

The viability of Community Choice energy is being threatened by the PCIA, the “Power Charge Indifference Adjustment”. The PCIA is an ongoing…
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A view of the technical CAISO floor room with digital screens and round desks covered in computer monitors
Oct 21, 2020

Enron Part 2: “Get Shorty!”

What’s really behind the blackouts that rolled across California this past August? The Alliance has been pleased to work with attorney and…
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Sep 8, 2020

Our Position on Community-Driven Energy Resilience (August 2020)

Wildfires. Climate change. Power shutoffs. All increase interest in community-based microgrids. The Alliance feels strongly that the movement to deploy these technologies…
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We don't Need Nuclear Power writteon on the back of a T-shirt at a Diablo Canyon No Nukes Protest
Aug 21, 2020

Community Choice: A Nuclear Dumping Ground?

PG&E’s attempts to dump its excess Diablo Canyon nuclear energy on Community Choice energy programs in 2020 has been largely rejected due…
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Dec 4, 2017

Guide to Creating State of the Art Community Choice Programs (January 2018)

Written for Community Choice advocates and practitioners, the Guide puts our values and principles at the center of organizing efforts to realize…
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Oct 20, 2017

Our Position On Utility Grade Energy Services (October 2017)

Reaction to the rapid expansion of Community Choice programs has challenged new and existing programs to offer more sophisticated energy procurement and…
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Oct 20, 2017

Our Position On California Choice Energy Authority (October 2017)

California Choice Energy Authority (CCEA) is a new entity formed by the City of Lancaster to offer Community Choice start-up services especially…
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