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California Independent System Operator Corporation

Public charity
DBA: % DENNIS ESTRADA
Research & Policy · FOLSOM, CA · EIN 94-3274043

About

To ensure efficient use and reliable operation of the electric transmission GRID operated by the california ISO, consistent with the california public utility code, chapter 2.3 part 1, division 1. (continued on schedule o.)the ISO does not own transmission facilities, but it controls the operation of a network of transmission facilities located throughout most of california, and also certain transmission facilities located in nevada, the owners of which have transferred operational control to the california ISO. For the benefit of our customers, we:- operate the GRID reliably and efficiently;- provide fair and open transmission access;- promote environmental stewardship; and- facilitate effective markets and promote infrastructure development, ALL through the provision of timely and accurate information.

In care of Dennis Estrada

Donations are tax-deductible
Category
Research & Policy
Employees
788
Volunteers
0

Financial Snapshot

FY ending 2024-12-31
Revenue
$285.9M
Expenses
$292.8M
Assets
$1.5B
Liabilities
$1.3B

Financial history

$292.8M$146.4M$0
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RevenueExpenses
Latest FY2024: $285.9M · Avg: $239.5M

501(h) election

This 501(c)(3) elected the 501(h) safe-harbor — lobbying expenditures are capped under a clear dollar formula instead of the "insubstantial part" standard.

Political & Grant Activity

Campaign Spending
Lobbying
$72K
Grants Given
CALIFORNIA INDEPENDENT SYSTEM OPERATOR CORPORATION
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Address

250 Outcropping Way
Folsom, CA, 95630-877

Governance

Voting board members5
Independent members5
Conflict-of-interest policyYes
Whistleblower policyYes
Doc-retention policyYes
Audit committeeYes
990 reviewed by boardYes

Compensation practices

Severance paymentsNo
Equity-based compNo
Supplemental retirement planYes
Used comp surveyYes
Board approved compYes
Initial contract exceptionNo
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