Diablo Canyon engagement panel seeks community applicants

By Atascadero News · Mon Feb 23 2026

SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — The Diablo Canyon Decommissioning Engagement Panel and Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) are encouraging community members to apply for open seats on the panel, which provides input on future decommissioning plans for Diablo Canyon Power Plant.

While PG&E is pursuing steps to continue operating Diablo Canyon through 2030, as directed by the state, the utility says it remains committed to community involvement in the plant’s eventual decommissioning and potential future land uses. Applications for several panel positions are now being accepted, with the 30-day application period closing March 22.

The local, non-regulatory stakeholder group has been advising PG&E on decommissioning planning activities since 2018. Current panel members not seeking reappointment, along with one representative each from PG&E and the California Public Utilities Commission, will select new members. Candidates should broadly reflect the diverse stakeholder viewpoints in communities near the plant.

Panel meetings are held throughout the year and are open to the public. In addition to learning about technical aspects of decommissioning, members provide feedback on potential future uses of surrounding lands and possible repurposing of facilities.

Elected officials, current PG&E employees and their immediate family members are not eligible for community membership. More information and application details are available at pge.com/engagementpanel