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The news feed for STHN CAL GAS 6 A PR (SOCGP) focuses on developments at Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas), the gas distribution utility whose preferred stock series includes SOCGP. SoCalGas describes itself as the largest gas distribution utility in the United States, serving more than 21 million consumers across approximately 24,000 square miles of Central and Southern California, and is a subsidiary of Sempra.
Investors following SOCGP can use this page to track SoCalGas news that may be relevant to the utility’s operations, regulatory environment, and community activities. Recent press releases include recurring announcements of regular quarterly dividends on SoCalGas preferred stock and Preferred Stock, Series A, which encompass the preferred series associated with SOCGP. These dividend declarations provide direct information on cash distributions approved by the SoCalGas board of directors for its preferred stockholders.
Beyond dividends, SoCalGas news highlights energy-efficiency programs, renewable natural gas procurement under California’s SB 1440, and community initiatives such as wildfire recovery support, small business assistance, hunger relief efforts, and STEM education partnerships. These updates illustrate how the company is engaging with regulatory programs, responding to climate and energy policy in California, and working with local organizations.
Because SoCalGas operates in a regulated environment overseen by the California Public Utilities Commission, company news often intersects with regulatory decisions and policy developments that can influence its long-term outlook. By reviewing the SOCGP news stream, readers can monitor official SoCalGas communications that may inform their understanding of the utility’s risk profile, strategic initiatives, and ongoing ability to support preferred stock dividends.
SoCalGas CEO Scott Drury received the Shift Diverse Business Solutions (Shift DBS) Transformative Leader Award at their annual Investor-owned Utility Supplier Summit. The award recognizes Drury's exceptional leadership in sustainability, safety, and supplier diversity. In 2023, SoCalGas exceeded the CPUC's diverse spending goal for the 31st consecutive year, purchasing 44% of all goods and services from diverse businesses.
Under Drury's leadership, SoCalGas' ASPIRE 2045 sustainability strategy aims to achieve 45% spending with diverse business enterprises by 2025 and net zero greenhouse gas emissions in operations and energy delivery by 2045. The company's Supplier Diversity Program was recognized by the DOE's Office of Energy Justice and Equity, leading to SoCalGas hosting the Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) Connect Summit in April 2024.
SoCalGas has donated $75,000 to Brotherhood Crusade for the development of the Danny J. Bakewell, Sr. Community Garden in South Los Angeles. The garden, set to open in Spring 2025, aims to serve 200 families in its first year, addressing food insecurity and providing access to fresh produce. It will expand Brotherhood Crusade's Teaching Gardens program, offering education on urban agriculture, nutrition, and environmental stewardship.
The garden honors Danny J. Bakewell, Sr., who led Brotherhood Crusade for 35 years and is a prominent community leader. The project aligns with SoCalGas' ASPIRE 2045 sustainability goals, which include a $50 million investment to drive positive change in diverse and underserved communities over five years. This initiative addresses the issue of food deserts in Los Angeles, where 1.4 million Angelenos lack access to sufficient and healthy food.
CIM Group has secured a significant lease agreement with Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas) for approximately 198,553 square feet at City National 2CAL in Downtown Los Angeles. This marks the largest new office lease in downtown LA for 2024. SoCalGas, the largest gas distribution utility in the US, will relocate its headquarters to the 52-story office building at 350 S. Grand Ave.
The lease follows CIM Group's recent 119,217 square-foot lease to Shepard Mullin in December 2023. CIM Group has implemented various improvements to the property since acquiring it in 2014, including modernizing entrances and renovating The Yard, a 1.5-acre central court. The building has also received several sustainability certifications, including LEED Platinum recertification in 2023.
SoCalGas has launched a new Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) Fuel Card Incentive Program to support the transition to low- and zero-emissions vehicles in the heavy-duty transportation sector. The company is making $1.5 million available for 50 fuel cards worth $30,000 each. Companies purchasing qualifying Class 8 Heavy-Duty natural gas trucks between Sept. 9 and Dec. 8, 2024, can apply for these cards, with priority given to fleets with fewer than 10 vehicles.
This initiative aligns with California's carbon neutrality goals and aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve air quality. SoCalGas, which has already converted 38% of its over-the-road fleet to alternative fuel vehicles, plans to operate a 100% zero-emissions fleet by 2035. The fuel cards can be used at SoCalGas' 16 public access stations, which dispense 100% renewable natural gas (RNG).
SoCalGas (SRE) announced a $1.5 million LCFS Fuel Card Incentive Program to accelerate adoption of low- and zero-emissions heavy-duty trucks. From Sept. 9, 2024 through Dec. 8, 2024 SoCalGas will make funds available for up to 50 fuel cards, each worth $30,000, for companies that purchase a qualifying Class 8 heavy-duty natural gas truck on or after the launch date.
Cards are redeemable at SoCalGas' 16 public access stations that dispense 100% renewable natural gas; prioritization will be given to fleets with fewer than 10 vehicles. SoCalGas said it has converted 38% of its over‑the‑road fleet to alternative fuel vehicles and aims for 50% by 2025 and a 100% zero‑emissions fleet target under its ASPIRE 2045 strategy.
Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas) has announced its regular quarterly dividends for preferred series stock. The board of directors declared dividends of $0.375 per share for both Preferred Stock and Preferred Stock, Series A. These dividends will be paid on October 15, 2024, to shareholders of record as of September 10, 2024. This announcement demonstrates SoCalGas's commitment to providing consistent returns to its preferred stockholders, maintaining its dividend policy despite potential economic uncertainties.
SoCalGas has awarded $314,000 in scholarships to 29 students in Central and Southern California through its Scholarship Program. The program offers $5,000 renewable scholarships for four-year university students, totaling $20,000 over four years, and $1,000 scholarships for community college and trade school students. Additionally, 28 previous recipients will have their scholarships renewed.
Since 2001, SoCalGas has awarded over $3.9 million to 2,355 students. The program evaluates candidates based on academic achievements, community involvement, financial need, and their understanding of sustainable energy in California. It aims to support students in STEM fields, finance, accounting, business administration, and various trades.
This initiative aligns with SoCalGas' ASPIRE 2045 Sustainability Strategy, which includes a $50 million investment over five years to advance diversity and work towards a carbon-neutral future.
Southern California Gas Co. (SoCalGas) and EVOLOH, an AEM electrolyzer technology developer, have concluded a joint research project aimed at reducing the capital costs of electrolyzer technology by about 25%. The project achieved a 15% increase in hydrogen production efficiency for EVOLOH's Nautilus™ series electrolyzer stack, also extending its equipment lifetime. This enhancement utilizes readily available materials and a roll-to-roll manufacturing process, enabling a shorter supply chain and lower production costs. The technology will be scaled up at EVOLOH's new manufacturing Center of Excellence in Massachusetts with a target of 3.75GW annual production by 2025 and 15GW by 2027. SoCalGas' RD&D Program funded the project and provided technical assistance.
Southern California Gas Co. (SoCalGas) has integrated 21 new Ford E-Transit electric vans into its fleet, marking a significant step toward its ASPIRE 2045 sustainability strategy. This move supports SoCalGas' target to replace 50% of its fleet with alternative fuel vehicles by 2025 and achieve a 100% zero-emissions fleet by 2035. As of the end of 2023, 38% of SoCalGas' fleet was powered by low- and zero-emission energy sources. The company is also collaborating with Ford and the Department of Energy to develop a hydrogen fuel cell F-550 prototype for real-world testing in 2025. To facilitate this transition, SoCalGas is expanding its EV charging infrastructure, aiming to install 1,500 chargers across 65 sites within the next two years. This effort highlights SoCalGas' leadership in sustainability among utilities, having previously received the Leading Private Fleet Award at the Advanced Clean Transportation Expo in 2022.
Southern California Gas Co. (SoCalGas) will assist Labor Community Services (LCS) by providing 100 volunteers to sort over 1.8 million pounds of food donations from the 32nd Annual National Association of Letter Carriers' (NALC) 'Stamp Out Hunger' Food Drive.
In addition to the manpower, SoCalGas will donate $25,000 to purchase groceries, potentially aiding around 1,000 families for up to five days. The 'Stamp Out Hunger' drive helps stock local food banks during the spring and summer when school meal programs aren't available.
SoCalGas has partnered with LCS since 2007, contributing significantly, including sorting 74,000 pounds of food in 2023, helping approximately 2,900 families. SoCalGas plans to invest $50 million in underserved communities over five years as part of their ASPIRE 2045 strategy.