California has been a leader in energy efficiency policy and programs since the 1970s. It established the first major utility efficiency programs in the 1980s, and the first PBF in 1996. CPUC provides policy oversight of the state PBF. CPUC approves plans for efficiency programs in each of the utility service areas and also coordinates statewide activities. Further, CPUC requires utilities to use procurement funding to [PR.com]
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