Capps Statement on PG&E's Announcement to Not Seek Relicensing for Diablo Canyon Power Plant

Statement

Rep. Lois Capps (CA-24) released the following statement regarding Pacific Gas and Electric Company's (PG&E) announcement that they will not seek relicensing for continued operation of the Diablo Canyon Power Plant beyond 2025:

"For the past 30 years, PG&E and the Diablo Canyon Power Plant have been important partners in our local community, providing a significant portion of our energy and serving as the largest private employer in San Luis Obispo County. In light of today's announcement, I am pleased to hear that they have been working with a wide range of stakeholders, including representatives from both the labor community and environmental interests, to ensure a responsible transition. In particular, I appreciate PG&E's focus on ensuring that their employees, the County, and our region's energy needs will be provided for during this transition away from nuclear power.

PG&E's decision highlights the shift in our nation's energy landscape -- one that is moving more and more toward a clean, renewable energy future. The Plant's shutdown plan recognizes California's move towards a modern, renewable energy economy by calling for increased development and expansion of locally provided clean energy alternatives. These investments will ensure the Central Coast continues to be a leader in the green energy economy. But this is just the beginning of a long process, and my office will be closely monitoring the transition with Diablo Canyon, as well as its employees and local environmental groups, as this plan moves forward."

The Joint Proposal is available here. The parties to the Joint Proposal are PG&E, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 1245, Coalition of California Utility Employees, Friends of the Earth, Natural Resources Defense Council, Environment California, and Alliance for Nuclear Responsibility.

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