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PG&E Corporation (NYSE: PCG) is a California-based holding company whose primary business is conducted through its utility subsidiary, Pacific Gas and Electric Company. The utility is described as a combined natural gas and electric utility serving more than 16 million people across 70,000 square miles in Northern and Central California. This news page focuses on developments affecting PG&E’s customers, operations, regulatory environment, and capital structure.
Recent news releases highlight several themes that are central to PG&E’s ongoing story. These include announcements about electric and natural gas rate changes, such as the planned January 1, 2026 rate reductions described as the fourth electric rate decrease in two years, as well as programs designed to support income-eligible customers, including the Match My Payment Program and the REACH bill assistance program. Other updates cover automatic bill credits for customers affected by specific outages, storm preparedness efforts with pre-positioned crews and enhanced outage information tools, and scholarship programs funded by employee resource groups for students in PG&E’s service area.
PG&E’s news flow also includes information on grid modernization and innovation projects, such as the Dynamic Line Rating and Asset Health Monitoring technology demonstration funded through the Electric Program Investment Charge program, and vehicle-to-grid and vehicle-to-everything pilot projects conducted with partners at the Redwood Coast Airport Microgrid. Additional releases address wildfire mitigation measures, including undergrounding powerlines and related public opinion polling, as well as leadership and organizational changes intended to better align the company with customer and hometown needs.
Investors and observers can use this page to follow PG&E’s earnings-related communications, operational updates, safety initiatives, community programs, and regulatory disclosures as they are issued through official news channels.
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (NYSE:PCG) continues its initiative to enhance community safety with the second episode of "7 Saturdays to a More Fire-Resistant Home." Hosted by Alicia Mason and fire safety expert David Hawks, the program educates customers on preparing for fire season. Key topics include tracking home hardening projects and creating emergency plans that include pets. This episode is available on the Safety Action Center, a resource aimed at helping families prepare for emergencies. A third episode will be released in July.
Southern California Edison and Pacific Gas and Electric Company, in collaboration with the 211 California Network, are enhancing emergency preparedness for customers facing Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) amid California's fire season. The joint effort focuses on supporting individuals with Access and Functional Needs, offering resources such as transportation, backup power, and meal delivery. Customers can access these services by calling 211 or texting 'PSPS'. The initiative aims to mitigate the impact of planned outages, ensuring critical assistance is available during emergencies.
PG&E and Southern California Edison are enhancing support for customers as California braces for increased wildfire risks. In partnership with the 211 California Network, they are offering a free service to assist individuals with Access and Functional Needs during potential Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS). This initiative enables connections to community organizations for essential services such as transportation, meal delivery, and backup power. Customers can access assistance by calling 211 or texting 'PSPS' to 211-211, available 24/7, in response to ongoing drought conditions and wildfire threats.
PG&E Corporation (NYSE: PCG) has scheduled its second quarter 2022 earnings call for July 28, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The public can access the call via a webcast, with links available on the PG&E Corporation website. A toll-free replay will be accessible until August 5, 2022, using confirmation code 64421. PG&E serves approximately 16 million customers across Northern and Central California, covering a 70,000-square-mile service area.
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PCG) is alerting customers to the rising threat of scams, reporting over 7,200 scam incidents in 2022 alone. This figure is set to surpass the previous year's total of 11,000 reports, with customers losing more than $600,000 in 2021. PG&E emphasizes the importance of recognizing scam tactics, such as demands for immediate payment and requests for prepaid cards. Customers are urged to protect themselves by verifying account details through official channels and staying vigilant against impersonators. For more information, visit pge.com.
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (NYSE: PCG) announced its preferred stock dividend for Q3 2022. Shareholders of record as of July 29, 2022, will receive payments on August 15, 2022. The dividends are set at $0.31250 per share for 5.00% Series A, among others. Non-redeemable shares will see a dividend of $0.37500 for the 6.00% series. The company serves over 16 million customers across California, underlining its commitment to providing reliable utility services.
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is introducing initiatives to help customers manage their energy costs during the summer. As energy use typically spikes due to air conditioning, PG&E offers strategies including raising thermostat settings, installing smart thermostats, and checking air filters regularly. Customers can receive a smart thermostat at no cost by joining the SmartAC Program. Additional savings can be achieved through various income-qualified programs. For more tips on saving energy, visit PG&E's summer website.
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Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) introduces new online tools to assist communities in preparing for wildfires. These tools include detailed weather forecasts and a Fire Watch map, accessible through their website. Customers can view high-definition cameras that monitor weather conditions across PG&E's service area, spanning 70,000 square miles in Northern and Central California. Additionally, PG&E's Satellite Fire Detection and Alerting System enhances wildfire detection capabilities, providing early warnings of potential fire incidents, part of their Community Wildfire Safety Program.
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PCG, PCG.PRA) announced the successful rollout of their Enhanced Powerline Safety Settings (EPSS), protecting over 3 million residents in high fire-risk areas. These settings have resulted in an 82% reduction in CPUC-reportable ignitions that could lead to wildfires in 2022, mirroring 2021's results. By expanding the program across 1,000 circuits and 25,000 distribution line miles, PG&E aims to minimize outages while enhancing safety. The company continues to implement measures to mitigate the impact of outages for customers.