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PG&E Corporation reports developments tied to its regulated utility subsidiary, Pacific Gas and Electric Company, a combined natural gas and electric utility serving more than 16 million people across Northern and Central California. News commonly covers earnings, rate and bill-credit programs, grid reliability, wildfire prevention, emergency response, and customer safety communications.
Company updates also address electric-vehicle integration, residential electrification tools, the PG&E PowerHouse demonstration lab, and the Diablo Canyon Power Plant. Operational announcements often focus on sensor data, machine learning, smart meters, bidirectional charging, and programs intended to support a safer and more resilient electric system.
Knightscope, Inc. (NASDAQ:KSCP) has expanded its partnership with Pacific Gas and Electric Company (NYSE:PCG), adding five more K5 Autonomous Security Robots (ASRs) to their contract, bringing the total to ten. This follows a successful pilot test in 2021 that demonstrated cost reductions and enhanced security operations. Knightscope's robots operate continuously and are positioned as a cost-effective solution amidst challenges in filling traditional security roles. The company aims to enhance safety across PG&E's numerous locations.
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PG&E Corporation (NYSE: PCG) reported second-quarter 2022 GAAP earnings of $0.17 per diluted share, down from $0.18 in Q2 2021. Non-GAAP core earnings also decreased to $0.25 from $0.27. For the first half of 2022, GAAP earnings improved to $0.39 per share, while non-GAAP core earnings rose to $0.55. The company adjusted 2022 GAAP EPS guidance to a range of $0.74 to $1.02 and reaffirmed non-GAAP core earnings guidance at $1.07 to $1.13. Despite wildfire-related challenges, PG&E remains focused on risk reduction and strategic investments.
Duquesne Light Company (DLC) announced a collaboration with ComEd and Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) to enhance underground electrical infrastructure through the "Monitoring Electrical Cable Challenge." The initiative, with a prize pool of $750,000, aims to improve safety and reliability of underground networks in Pittsburgh. The partners will guide challenge finalists and evaluate results to strengthen the electrical grid. The final solutions will be tested, with a pilot deployment expected in early 2023. The challenge seeks innovative solutions to maintain critical infrastructure.
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (NYSE: PCG) has announced that customers and non-account holders can sign up for Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) alerts for any address.
To continue receiving notifications, those who signed up before June 2022 need to re-enroll by June 2023. This service is available in multiple languages and is intended for anyone concerned about PSPS impacts on their locations.
PG&E emphasizes planning for outages and provides resources for emergency preparedness.
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (NYSE:PCG) released a bonus episode of its series "7 Saturdays to a More Fire-Resistant Home," focusing on wildfire preparedness. The episode guides Californians on how to prepare for evacuations during fire season, highlighting the importance of being ready when conditions change. Key topics include packing an emergency evacuation kit, steps to take during a wildfire, and staying informed. The series aims to equip families with essential safety knowledge to protect themselves and their homes.
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (NYSE:PCG) has released insights on common energy-saving myths during extreme summer heat, aiming to help customers reduce their energy bills. The company stresses that setting the thermostat lower does not cool homes faster and that fans do not cool rooms when unoccupied. Additionally, closing vents can lead to increased energy consumption. PG&E also recommends pre-cooling homes, unplugging appliances, changing air filters, and using window coverings. Customers can access tools like Bill Forecast Alerts to manage their bills better.
PG&E and The PG&E Corporation Foundation have pledged $1 million for local disaster relief and recovery in 2022, including $750,000 to the American Red Cross. This funding aims to address wildfire preparedness and immediate response needs in underserved communities. Specifically, $25,000 will support organizations helping residents affected by the Electra Fire, and $300,000 will assist the Red Cross for local disaster responses. These contributions come from PG&E shareholders and underline the company's commitment to community support during fire season.
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PCG) has partnered with Tesla to launch a pilot program creating a virtual power plant (VPP) to enhance electric grid reliability. Over 1,500 customers have enrolled to date, out of an invitation to 25,000 PG&E customers with Powerwalls. The program provides cash incentives, offering $2 per kilowatt-hour for electricity discharged during peak demand hours (4 to 9 p.m.). This initiative is part of PG&E's Emergency Load Reduction Program, aiming to utilize residential home batteries to support the grid in California.
The Gold Shovel Association (GSA) has appointed Joe Forline, Senior Vice President of Gas Operations at Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), to its Board of Directors. Forline, boasting over 35 years of experience in the utility sector, will enhance GSA’s focus on public and workforce safety centered on excavation and safe digging. His expertise will support GSA’s mission in raising awareness of the Gold Shovel Standard, contributing to improved damage prevention practices. In 2021, PG&E reported achieving top industry performance in damage prevention.