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Welcome to CUEA

A Membership That Strengthens Readiness, Response, and Recovery

Since 1952, the California Utilities Emergency Association (CUEA) has safeguarded the essential services Californians rely on every day. As threats have evolved—from natural disasters to system-wide disruptions—CUEA has remained a constant, bringing utilities together to coordinate, communicate, and respond as one.

Membership means joining a cross-sector community that believes preparedness is a shared responsibility. CUEA is the only organization in California that unites electric, water, wastewater, telecom, gas, fuel, and pipeline utilities into a single, coordinated emergency network—strengthening readiness before incidents, aligning response during emergencies, and supporting recovery long after the immediate threat has passed.

Member Benefits

Cross-Sector Coordination:
Coordinate directly with utilities and emergency management partners across California, building trusted working relationships before incidents occur.
Mutual Assistance Support:
Receive priority access to CUEA’s cross-sector mutual aid network, helping utilities mobilize crews, equipment, and resources when it matters most.
Preparedness Coordination:
Support coordinated planning, exercises, and shared readiness efforts that strengthen preparedness across utility sectors.
Real-Time Information Sharing:
Stay informed during fast-moving incidents with timely alerts, shared situational awareness, and coordinated communication channels.
Representation & Advocacy:
Ensure your organization’s voice is heard in statewide emergency planning and policy discussions.
Operational Resources:
Access planning templates, best practices, and technical tools to enhance readiness.

Choose the Membership That Fits Your Utility

CUEA’s tiered membership structure reflects the diversity of California’s utilities — from small local providers to large multi-regional systems. Every member gains access to coordination support, information sharing, and a stronger collective voice in statewide emergency preparedness.

Local Membership

Designed for small municipal utilities, special districts, local providers

Best for organizations with:
• Primarily local or single- service area operations
• Smaller operational footprints
• Limited regional interdependencies

  • Annual Revenue $ 0 >$50M
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Regional Membership

Built for utilities serving multiple communities, joint powers authorities, and growing systems

Best for organizations with:
• Multi-city or county-level service areas
• Moderate operational complexity
• Regular coordination with neighboring utilities

  • Annual Revenue $50M > $100M
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Expanded Membership

Ideal for large municipal utilities with broader operational reach and complex layered systems

Best for organizations with:
• Large service populations
• Multiple infrastructure systems
• Increased regulatory and coordination needs

  • Annual Revenue $ 100M >$500M
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Systemwide  Membership

Created for utilities with statewide or multi-regional impact such as major public utilities and large investor-owned utilities

Best for organizations with:
• Extensive service territories
• High interdependency with other utilities and agencies
• Significant operational and emergency response roles
  • Annual Revenue $500M >$1B
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Systemwide  Membership

Created for utilities with statewide or multi-regional impact such as major public utilities and large investor-owned utilities

Best for organizations with:
• Extensive service territories
• High interdependency with other utilities and agencies
• Significant operational and emergency response roles
  • Annual Revenue $500M >$1B
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Enterprise Membership

Developed for utilities with the largest operational and economic footprint, enterprise-level utilities and system operators

Best for organizations with:
• Statewide or national operations
• Critical infrastructure significance
• High-capacity emergency coordination needs
  • Annual Revenue $1B >
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How to Apply

Applying for membership is simple. Start by contacting our team to request an application and learn more about the process. We’ll walk you through eligibility, expectations, and onboarding.
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Why CUEA Exists

CUEA was created to provide a coordinated way for California’s utilities to work together before emergencies occur. Through a Joint Powers Agreement formed as part of the state’s early emergency planning, utilities established a shared framework for communication, alignment, and mutual assistance.

Today, CUEA connects utility sectors across California into a single, trusted emergency coordination network. We don’t replace operations or agencies—we strengthen coordination so essential services remain reliable before, during, and after emergencies.

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What our members are saying

The value CUEA brings is the invisible work that is the connective tissue of the "Utility" realm to the State response network coordinated by CalOES.
Power Utility
The CUEA team was instrumental in assisting Rubio Canon Water with emergency support services as we recovered from the Eaton Fires.  The CUEA team integration with other agencies helped facilitate outside communication and response efforts to better expedite our needs and community outreach.
Eaton Fires
Having CUEA available to filter the messages and translate for us specifically what it meant on that day allowed us to focus on our critical tasks without missing out on key meetings, contacts and resources available to support recovery
Eaton Fires
CUEA’s support was crucial in making sure that we were able to be informed about what was happening and what resources were available to us without having to take our eye off the ball on the immediate response needs.
Palisades Fire

CUEA’s Role in Statewide Preparedness

CUEA’s work is grounded in long-standing partnerships and active participation in California’s emergency planning framework.

We welcome any utility organization based or operating in California. This includes—but is not limited to—entities in the following sectors:

Statewide Emergency Planning

CUEA is featured throughout California’s updated State Emergency Plan (SEP), reinforcing our role as a trusted coordinating partner for the state’s utility sectors.

California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES)

Catastrophic Incident Coordination

CUEA supports cross-sector utility coordination aligned with California’s Catastrophic Incident Base Plan, helping utilities stay connected during the state’s most complex emergency scenarios.

Cal OES Catastrophic Incident Base Plan (CIBP)

Leadership for the Future

With the appointment of Executive Director Dana Moore, CUEA continues to strengthen its role as a forward-looking organization focused on collaboration, growth, and statewide readiness.

Cross-Sector Utility Advocacy

CUEA represents utility perspectives in statewide emergency planning through active participation with partners such as Cal OES, CalWARN, and sector associations—helping align operational realities with government response frameworks.

Join Utilities Across California

Become part of a coordinated, cross-sector utility network working together to support California’s communities when it matters most.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to be a CUEA member to request mutual assistance?

Yes. Mutual assistance coordination through CUEA is a core member benefit. Membership ensures shared standards, trusted relationships, and streamlined coordination during critical events.

Who can become a member of CUEA?

Membership is open to California utilities, utility-related organizations, and partners involved in emergency preparedness, response, and recovery who align with CUEA’s mission.

 

How do members access mutual assistance?

Members must sign into the Member Portal and complete the Mutual Assistance Request form and send it to response@cuea.net

A CUEA staff member will respond to you within 24 hours.