Jason Caudle has concluded his tenure as Lancaster’s City Manager and has assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for Lancaster Energy, effective July 10, 2024. Caudle will continue to serve as Executive Director for the California Choice Energy Authority.
“This transition marks a new era for Lancaster. Jason Caudle’s visionary leadership in sustainable energy has already transformed our city, and as CEO of Lancaster Energy, he will drive us to unprecedented heights,” said Lancaster Mayor R. Rex Parris in a press release issued by the City of Lancaster. “Our commitment to becoming the first hydrogen city is a testament to our dedication to innovation and environmental stewardship. To meet our goals, there needs to be a greater focus and time dedicated to the growth of sustainable energy.”
Jason served the City for over 15 years, driving significant advancements in sustainability and innovation. During his time as City Manager, Jason achieved notable milestones, including guiding the City to attain net-zero status in 2019, overseeing the production of solar power exceeding the City’s consumption and establishing Lancaster as a leader in hydrogen energy technology through private and public partnerships.
As Lancaster Energy’s CEO, Caudle will manage the organization’s existing operations as the community’s default electricity provider. Additionally, Jason will spearhead Lancaster Energy’s hydrogen initiatives and put the City on the path to becoming the nation’s first hydrogen city.
“Through innovative public and private partnerships, I am confident that Lancaster is on track to become the nation’s first hydrogen city,” said Caudle. “This initiative will create new job opportunities, reduce energy costs and drive economic growth in Lancaster. Exciting developments are on the horizon, and I am honored to lead this transformative effort with Lancaster Energy.”
More information about the leadership transition is available on the City of Lancaster’s website.
About CalChoice
CalChoice is a California Joint Powers Authority (“JPA”) that provides Community Choice Aggregation (“CCA”) support services, which include energy portfolio management, power procurement and trading, settlements and invoice validations, regulatory compliance, regulatory advocacy, financial and accounting, and rate-setting support functions. Current operational CalChoice members include Lancaster Choice Energy, Apple Valley Choice Energy, Pico Rivera Innovative Municipal Energy, San Jacinto Power, the Rancho Mirage Energy Authority, Pomona Choice Energy, Santa Barbara Clean Energy and Energy for Palmdale’s Independent Choice. By joining together, CalChoice members are able to cut costs through economies of scale. Learn More at californiachoiceenergyauthority.com