Protects the Grid

Make sure the lights stay on: energy efficiency prevents blackouts.

The California Independent Systems Operators have real-time data on the State's energy use and the need for energy-saving conservation.

Live California Snapshot of Power Supply and Demand

View a live snapshot of California's Electrical Supply and Demand from the California Independent Systems Operator.

When our energy system works overtime, and demand exceeds supply, we risk blackouts.

  • Blackouts and other power disruptions hurt productivity and California's economy
  • When power systems are strained utilities must run "peaker plants," the dirtiest of power plants, to meet demand.
  • By cutting energy use during times of peak demand, California homeowners and businesses can easily prevent power shortages.

When Californians take extra energy saving action during times of peak demand it protects all of us from blackouts, extra pollution and the need for more power plants.

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