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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.
PG&E Corporation (NYSE: PCG) has appointed Adam Wright as Executive Vice President of Operations and Chief Operating Officer, and Julius Cox as Executive Vice President of People and Shared Services, effective February 1, 2021. CEO Patti Poppe expressed confidence in their leadership to enhance the company’s operations and workforce capabilities. Wright brings extensive utility experience from MidAmerican Energy, while Cox has a strong background in human resources from American Electric Power. These appointments are aimed at strengthening PG&E's commitment to safety and service for its 16 million customers across California.
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PCG) will transition approximately 2.5 million residential electric customers in Northern and Central California to a Time-of-Use rate plan from April 2021 to March 2022, encouraging energy use during off-peak hours. Approved by the California Public Utilities Commission in 2015, this plan aims to enhance customer control over electric bills while supporting California's clean energy goals. Customers will receive risk-free Bill Protection for the first 12 months and can select from various rate plans.
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PCG) warns customers of incoming winter storms expected to bring heavy rainfall, gusty winds, and significant snowfall across its service area from Tuesday to Thursday. Meteorologists predict that low-elevation snow could reach 2,000 feet, with higher elevations seeing several feet of accumulation. PG&E urges customers to prepare for potential power outages during this atmospheric river event. The utility employs a Storm Outage Prediction Model to manage resources effectively as storms approach.
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PCG) has nearly restored power to 98% of the 400,000 customers affected by a recent windstorm. By Friday, only around 8,500 customers remained without service, primarily in the Sierra Foothills and Santa Cruz Mountains. The company is monitoring another winter storm expected to impact the area this weekend. Wind gusts reached up to 80 mph, causing significant damage. PG&E has opened Customer Resource Centers to assist affected customers as restoration efforts continue.
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PCG) is actively repairing powerlines following a windstorm that disrupted service for over 371,000 customers in Central and Northern California. As of Thursday morning, 93% of affected customers had power restored, with around 23,000 still in outage, particularly in the Sierra foothills and Santa Cruz Mountains. Significant wind damage complicates restoration efforts, with some areas potentially without power until Friday or longer. PG&E has deployed hundreds of crews to assess and repair damages, while also offering Customer Resource Centers for affected residents.
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PCG) has commenced repairs following a severe windstorm that impacted Northern and Central California, resulting in outages affecting approximately 286,000 customers. Wind gusts reached nearly 100 mph, with significant gusts recorded in several counties. As of Tuesday afternoon, about 208,000 customers had power restored, leaving 78,000 without service. PG&E deployed over 350 crews to expedite restoration efforts. Additionally, 5,000 customers faced power shutoffs for safety to prevent wildfire risks. The company aims to restore power to all affected customers by Wednesday.
PG&E Corporation (NYSE: PCG) will host a fourth quarter 2020 earnings call on February 25, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time. Investors can access the call via a webcast and it will be archived until April 3, 2021. The company serves over 16 million customers in Northern and Central California and is known for delivering clean energy.
For those unable to join live, a toll-free replay will be available at (800) 585-8367 with confirmation code 2695505.
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is monitoring an offshore weather event that may cause wind hazards and outages. An Emergency Operations Center is active, and approximately 5,465 customer accounts in seven Central California counties will face a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) to mitigate wildfire risks. This impacts less than one percent of PG&E's 5.3 million customers. No PSPS is planned for the Bay Area due to recent rains and humidity. Customers are encouraged to stay informed and prepare for potential outages during the high-risk weather conditions expected soon.
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PCG) is monitoring an offshore weather event that may cause widespread wind damage and outages in its service area. An Emergency Operations Center is activated, with meteorologists tracking conditions. A potential Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) may affect 6,100 customers in Fresno, Kern, Madera, Mariposa, and Tulare counties, while 15,000 customers were removed from the PSPS scope. Due to recent rains, no PSPS is expected in the Bay Area. The company emphasizes customer safety and preparedness amid these weather risks.
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PCG) has alerted customers in select counties across California about a potential Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) due to dry conditions and expected high winds. This precaution aims to mitigate wildfire risks. Areas potentially affected include portions of Calaveras, Fresno, Kern, Madera, Mariposa, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Tulare, and Tuolumne counties. PG&E's Emergency Operations Center is activated, and notifications to customers began two days prior to the potential shutoff. Inspections will precede any power restoration.