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California mayors want a community takeover of PG&E
In a letter sent to the California Public Utilities Commission, 22 California mayors argue that creating a co-op structure would make PG&E a more financially stable company, and doing so would regain the public’s trust.
By Madeleine Brand • • 50m ListenIn a letter sent to the California Public Utilities Commission, 22 California mayors argue that creating a co-op structure would make PG&E a more financially stable company, and doing so would regain the public’s trust.
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5 stories22 California mayors call for community takeover of PG&E
In a letter sent to the California Public Utilities Commission, 22 California mayors argue that creating a co-op structure would make PG&E a more financially stable company, and doing so would regain the public’s trust.
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