The California Independent System Operator’s (CAISO) statewide Flex Alert called for Friday, June 18th from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. CAISO is the organization that manages the state’s power grid.
While the Flex Alert is in effect on Friday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., consumers are asked to:
- Set thermostats to 78 degrees or higher, if health permits
- Avoid using major appliances
- Turn off all unnecessary lights
To be as comfortable as possible during the Flex Alert hours, consumers are also strongly encouraged to take these steps earlier in the day:
- Pre-cool your home by lowering the thermostat
- Close window coverings to keep your home or apartment cool
- If you need to use major appliances like your dishwasher, clothes washer and dryer, do so before the Flex Alert takes effect
- Pre-charge electronic devices
- Close window coverings to keep your home or apartment cool
- Pre-charge electric vehicles
You can sign up to receive Flex Alerts and find additional conservation tips at FlexAlert.org.