Governor Gavin Newsom has appointed Alice Reynolds, President of the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), to the Board of Governors for the California Independent System Operator (CAISO). John Reynolds, currently a CPUC Commissioner, will take over as CPUC President. Christine Harada has also been named as a new CPUC Commissioner.
Alice Reynolds expressed appreciation for her time at the CPUC and confidence in her successor. “It has been the honor of a lifetime to serve the people of California as the President of the Public Utilities Commission,” said President Alice Reynolds. “I want to express my gratitude to my fellow Commissioners and to CPUC staff for their unparalleled expertise and commitment. I also want to thank Governor Newsom for the opportunity to serve, both as CPUC President and in my new role as a member of the California Independent System Operator’s Board of Governors. I look forward to continuing to carry out the vision of a safe, clean, reliable, affordable electricity system that benefits all Californians, and I leave knowing that the CPUC is in good hands. John brings years of experience and an exceptional intellect, and I have seen him always leading with a kind heart. I also welcome Christine, whose diverse and rich experience will bring a unique perspective to the CPUC. As I transition to my new role, I remain proud of what we have accomplished and confident that the CPUC will continue its important work with unwavering dedication to public service.”
John Reynolds commented on his new appointment: “I am honored to accept the Governor’s nomination to serve as President of the California Public Utilities Commission,” said CPUC President Designee, John Reynolds. “I look forward to continuing the state’s work to drive towards more affordable utility services while supporting safe and reliable infrastructure that delivers on our ambitious climate agenda.”
During Alice Reynolds’ leadership since 2021, policies were implemented at CPUC that enabled 25,000 megawatts of clean energy generation in California each day. The commission also oversaw investments exceeding $1 billion aimed at expanding broadband internet access across all counties in California. Additionally, under her tenure, California launched its first driverless vehicle passenger service with safety standards and wheelchair-accessible options.
John Reynolds was first appointed as commissioner by Governor Newsom in 2021 and has worked extensively in both public and private sectors within industries regulated by CPUC.
The California Public Utilities Commission regulates utilities throughout California with responsibilities including consumer protection and ensuring safe utility infrastructure.
