Irvine is considering switching from Southern California Edison to a greener source of power for its residents, ideally at a lower cost.
Tag: Southern California Edison
Posted inHealth & Wellness, Top Stories, Water, Power & Waste
Local Officials Join Activists in Caution Over San Onofre
At a packed public meeting Tuesday, officials joined activists in calling for a hearing before the nuclear power plant is allowed to restart.
Posted inDana Point, Health & Wellness, San Clemente, Top Stories, Water, Power & Waste
Feds Set to Answer Public’s Questions on San Onofre Leak
Tuesday’s event comes as regulators announce an “expansive investigation” into whether the plant’s operator rejected safety measures that could have prevented a radiation leak last year.
Posted inHealth & Wellness, Top Stories, Water, Power & Waste
Small Hydrogen Leak Reported at San Onofre Nuclear Plant
A small amount of hydrogen gas has been leaking since Sunday, according to an NRC inspector. It presents no danger to the public or plant workers.
Posted inSan Clemente, Water, Power & Waste
San Onofre Power Plant to Remain Offline Through Summer
The plant was shut down in January after discovery of a small radiation leak that has been linked to rapid tube wear.
Posted inCountywide, Investigative, Top Stories, Water, Power & Waste
NRC Chief Says Nuclear Safety Regulations Might Be Inadequate
The top nuclear regulator suggests that problems at the San Onofre power plant indicate the need for rule changes.
Posted inCountywide, Investigative, Top Stories, Water, Power & Waste
Top Nuclear Watchdog to Resign
Gregory Jaczko is considered a leading safety advocate at the NRC but faces allegations of mismanagement and abusive comments to staff.
Posted inCountywide, Investigative, Top Stories, Water, Power & Waste
Boxer Seeks Records On Changes to San Onofre Generators
Senator formally requests documents on the approval of design changes following reports of a missing record and detailed allegations of an improper approval process.
Posted inInvestigative, Top Stories, Water, Power & Waste
NRC Releases Missing Record on San Onofre Plant Design Changes
Plant operator’s presentation to regulators didn’t include major design changes that an expert says should have been reviewed by the government.
Posted inInvestigative, Top Stories, Water, Power & Waste
Regulators Say They Can’t Find Key Record on San Onofre Changes
Presentation by the plant’s operator discussed design changes to be made without the most thorough federal review.
