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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 (PG&E) has launched three new bonus episodes of its video learning series, “7 Saturdays to a More Fire-Resistant Home,” aimed at helping Californians prepare for the wildfire season. Over 300,000 viewers engaged with the series last year, which offers critical information through the Ready, Set, Go! framework. Executives emphasize the increasing wildfire risks in California, urging community preparedness. The first of the new episodes is available on PG&E’s Safety Action Center, with the remaining episodes set to release in June.
PG&E is hosting two free 811 safe digging webinars in June as part of National Safety Month. The webinars aim to educate homeowners and contractors about the 811 process, helping them avoid costly repairs from damaging underground utilities. Sessions will be led by PG&E Damage Prevention specialists on June 1 from 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM and June 4 from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM. Customers are encouraged to call 811 before any digging to prevent accidents and ensure safety, as average repair costs for damaged lines are around $3,500.
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PCG) has completed the installation of Enhanced Powerline Safety Settings (EPSS) in high fire-risk areas. These settings can shut off power within one-tenth of a second upon detecting threats, reducing reportable ignitions by 80% on EPSS-enabled circuits. PG&E has expanded EPSS to cover 25,500 distribution line miles, protecting over 850,000 customers. The company is also enhancing customer support during outages, optimizing restoration processes, and launching new safety programs to reduce wildfire risks and improve service reliability.
PG&E, in collaboration with Bay Area Fire Safe Councils, has launched initiatives to aid Californians in preparing their homes against wildfires. Resources are available at Safetyactioncenter.pge.com, offering guidance on creating defensible spaces, hardening homes, and preparing emergency kits. The program includes training for community members, particularly the elderly, emphasizing the importance of wildfire preparedness. PG&E serves over 16 million customers across Northern and Central California.
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) emphasizes safety tips for dealing with downed powerlines, especially during crises like wildfires and earthquakes. Customers are instructed to treat all downed lines as energized and report incidents immediately. Advice includes keeping a safe distance of 30 feet on dry ground and 60 feet on wet surfaces. In emergencies where powerlines block evacuation routes, PG&E advises driving slowly over lines if no alternative exists, and remaining in the vehicle until help arrives. Safety education resources are available on their website.
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PG&E Corporation (NYSE: PCG) has announced an upcoming 2022 Investor Day scheduled for June 10, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. ET. The event aims to provide insights into the company's performance and future initiatives. Investors can access the presentation via a live webcast, with a replay also available afterward. PG&E, headquartered in Oakland, California, serves 16 million customers across a vast service area in Northern and Central California.
Pacific Gas & Electric Company (NYSE:PCG) prepares its customers for increased energy use during summer months due to higher air conditioning needs. Customers can access income-qualified assistance programs like the California Alternate Rates for Energy (CARE) Program and Family Electric Rate Assistance (FERA) Program for financial relief. Additional options such as Medical Baseline, Budget Billing, and Bill Forecast Alerts are available for managing costs. Customers are advised to ensure air conditioner efficiency through maintenance, debris removal, and shading to reduce energy expenses.
PG&E is enhancing support for customers during wildfire season by partnering with community organizations. They are offering discounts on generators and batteries, sponsoring a Disability Disaster Access and Resources Program, and partnering with 211 to provide 24/7 support. This year, PG&E’s Portable Battery Program has expanded eligibility, aiming to provide relief for Medical Baseline customers in high fire-threat areas. In 2021, PG&E distributed over 13,000 batteries to vulnerable populations. The company emphasizes preparedness for those dependent on power for health and safety.
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) has launched the Power Saver Rewards Program, enrolling over 1.8 million customers to incentivize energy savings during peak hot days. The program is voluntary and runs from May 1 to October 31, providing customers with a $2 credit per kilowatt hour saved during specified hours (4 p.m. to 9 p.m.). This initiative aims to alleviate pressure on California's energy grid, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and is supported by the California Public Utilities Commission. Customers can enroll easily and are also notified ahead of event days.