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San Jose Water (SJW) filed its 2024 General Rate Case (GRC) application with the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) last week seeking approval of new rates in the next three years. The GRC application proposes a 3-year $540 million capital investment program to ensure a resilient water system for SJW customers and its local communities.
“Water remains one of the most critical resources that we rely on in our daily lives,” said John Tang, Vice President of Regulatory Affairs at SJW. “Reliable water service is not only essential for day-to-day function, but also supports fire protection, economic vibrancy, and environmental conservation efforts. Thoughtful and consistent capital expenditures are necessary to ensure clean drinking water and a healthy, natural environment.”
Some of the projects proposed for completion during the period covered by the GRC include:
- Replacing about 24 miles of water mains annually;
- Addressing PFAS-impacted groundwater wells to protect public health;
- Expanding the non-potable recycled water system to improve water supply reliability;
- Strengthening the physical security of our water system and enhancing our readiness to deliver safe and reliable water service during power interruptions, earthquakes and wildfires;
- Deploying information technology to deliver an improved customer experience and exceptional customer service;
- Reducing our carbon footprint through the deployment of solar energy, replacement of diesel generators with backup energy storage systems, electrification of our fleet, and installation of acoustic sensors to reduce water loss; and,
- Advancing the CPUC’s Environmental and Social Justice Action Plan by improving access to high-quality water service, increasing climate resiliency, and promoting economic and workforce development opportunities.
