The California Public Utilities Commission held a hearing on October 9, 2025 with deep implications for equitable building decarbonization.
The California Market Transformation Administrator (CalMTA) filed an application with the CPUC for approval of funding to bring two new technologies to market: 120v window heat pumps and 120v induction stoves (including models for smaller kitchen spaces). Despite a proposed decision from the Administrative Law Judge to approve the application, an alternative proposed decision from Commissioner Matt Baker would deny funding for the 120v induction stoves.
BEEP members joined the hearing to provide testimony about how critical investments in low-cost, low watt induction stoves would be for the communities we serve. These stoves would enable residents to electrify without having to upgrade their outlets – which would reduce costs and remove barriers to cleaner air in their homes.
Click here to see a recap of the full hearing posted by CalMTA – including quotes from BEEP members!
The California Environmental Justice Alliance whose ranks include BEEP members CRPE, CBE, LCJA, PSR-LA, and PODER, has been a key advocate in this proceeding. Read some of CEJA’s advocacy HERE and HERE.
