{"id":836726,"date":"2025-04-11T17:06:09","date_gmt":"2025-04-11T21:06:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marketnewsdesk.com\/index.php\/southern-california-edison-provides-rebuilding-plan-for-electric-distribution-in-altadena-and-malibu\/"},"modified":"2025-04-11T17:06:09","modified_gmt":"2025-04-11T21:06:09","slug":"southern-california-edison-provides-rebuilding-plan-for-electric-distribution-in-altadena-and-malibu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marketnewsdesk.com\/index.php\/southern-california-edison-provides-rebuilding-plan-for-electric-distribution-in-altadena-and-malibu\/","title":{"rendered":"Southern California Edison Provides Rebuilding Plan for Electric Distribution in Altadena and Malibu"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Southern California Edison Provides Rebuilding Plan for Electric Distribution in Altadena and Malibu<\/b><\/p>\n

Plan Reflects Input from Community and Key Stakeholders with a Focus on Resilience<\/b><\/p>\n

ROSEMEAD, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE<\/a>)–
\nSouthern California Edison today provided an initial comprehensive plan to rebuild the impacted electrical distribution infrastructure in the Altadena and Malibu areas affected by the January wildfires. The plan focuses on increasing reliability and long-term resilience, including the undergrounding of new distribution equipment. SCE\u2019s preliminary plan would underground 153 circuit miles: 130 circuit miles, which includes nearly all distribution power lines in High Fire Risk Areas (HFRA) within the burn scars of the affected communities \u2014 plus 23 circuit miles in areas of Altadena not in HFRA. An additional 19 circuit miles in Altadena are being evaluated.\n<\/p>\n

\nSCE laid out a detailed plan in a letter to Governor Gavin Newsom<\/a>, summarizing work and areas for collaboration with local, state and federal government; nonprofit and technology partners; and community members. The cost of the rebuild is estimated at $860M to $925M. SCE will work to find efficiencies and seek funds from various entities to make the plan a reality.\n<\/p>\n

\n\u201cJust three months have passed since the devastating wildfires, and all of us at Edison continue to keep those affected in our thoughts. We\u2019re working closely with state and county leaders and the communities of Altadena and Malibu to rebuild wildfire-impacted areas stronger than ever,\u201d said Pedro J. Pizarro, president and CEO of Edison International, SCE\u2019s parent company. \u201cSCE\u2019s rebuilding plan will underground electrical distribution infrastructure where feasible and make the most of breakthrough technologies to reduce wildfire risk.\u201d\n<\/p>\n

\n\u201cGovernor Newsom\u2019s leadership during this tragedy has been instrumental, contributing to an environment where SCE could design and permit projects in a matter of weeks instead of what would usually take years,\u201d Pizarro said, adding that continued collaboration to streamline projects and secure funding resources is needed to rebuild wildfire-impacted communities without delay.\n<\/p>\n

\n\u201cSCE will build back a resilient, reliable grid for our customers,\u201d said Steven Powell, president and CEO of SCE. \u201cWe are increasing electrical capacity in fire-impacted communities and exploring advanced technologies, such as battery backup for critical care customers and smart panels, to better serve our customers. We will continue to engage community members to make sure their views remain a critical part of the rebuild. I am proud to work alongside SCE colleagues as we support our communities and build a resilient, clean and affordable energy future.\u201d\n<\/p>\n

\nEdison International has acknowledged the possibility of SCE\u2019s equipment being involved in the cause of the Eaton Fire. The investigation is ongoing, and the company remains committed to transparency with the public. While some parties have initiated litigation, this in no way affects our commitment to support SCE communities as we rebuild together. The rebuilding plan<\/a> includes:\n<\/p>\n