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Nov 21, 2023, 12:08 ET Gratitude in Every Watt: Feast on Savings with an Energy Efficient Thanksgiving

As kitchens fill with hearty Thanksgiving favorites, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is helping customers cook up festive and...

Nov 20, 2023, 16:00 ET PG&E Coworkers Celebrate Holiday Season Giving Back Through Volunteerism in Hometowns

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is kicking off the 2023 holiday season by partnering with nonprofit groups to give back to the customers and...

Nov 16, 2023, 17:32 ET PG&E's General Rate Case Will Fund Permanent Wildfire Risk Reduction, Critical Gas and Electric Safety and Reliability Investments, and Electric Capacity Upgrades to Support New Business Connections and California's Bold Clean Energy Goals

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) energy rates will change on January 1, 2024, to pay for continued critical safety investments for its...

Nov 14, 2023, 15:11 ET On Utility Scam Awareness Day, PG&E Wants to Help Customers Recognize and Avoid Utility Scams

'Tis the season for increasingly sophisticated scams targeting consumers, including utility customers. As the holiday season gets underway, Pacific...

Nov 14, 2023, 11:50 ET Rain and Wind Throughout Northern California Serves as Reminder to Practice Winter Storm Safety

A November storm is bringing rain and wind to much of Northern California and serves as a reminder of the importance of winter storm safety. Rain and ...

Nov 10, 2023, 13:00 ET 12 Local Organizations to Receive $900,000 in Grants for Environmental Stewardship and Climate Resilience Projects

Building upon a long history of climate action and environmental stewardship, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) and The PG&E Corporation...

Nov 07, 2023, 13:13 ET In Line with State's Direction, PG&E Requests Federal Extension of Diablo Canyon Power Plant Operations

In line with state law and the Governor's direction to ensure electrical reliability across California, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) today ...

Nov 06, 2023, 11:51 ET Innovation in Wildfire Mitigation: PG&E Deploys Its First 100% Renewable Remote Grid

Today, leaders from Pacific Gas and Electric Company, Pepperwood Foundation, BoxPower Inc., Sonoma Clean Power, Franklin Energy, and the California...

Nov 01, 2023, 14:30 ET PG&E Hits Significant Milestone: In a Single Year, the Most Powerlines Have Been Put Underground and Energized, Serving and Protecting Customers

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) announced today that it has successfully completed the construction and energization of the most underground...

Oct 25, 2023, 13:29 ET PG&E Takes Historic Steps Toward Decarbonization as Company Announces New Production Pilot and Procurement of Renewable Natural Gas

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) has reached a historic milestone in its commitment to decarbonize its natural gas system and expand on...

Oct 16, 2023, 14:00 ET With Winter on the Approach, PG&E Offering Free Gas Appliance Safety Checks and Pilot Re-Lights

To help customers prepare their gas appliances for safe use during the cold weather months ahead, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) offers free ...

Oct 11, 2023, 15:45 ET Permanently Reducing Wildfire Risk: PG&E Hits Significant Milestone as 350 Miles of Trenching Completed on Path Toward 2023 Undergrounding Goal

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) confirmed today that the utility is on track to put at least 350 miles of powerlines underground by the end...

Oct 11, 2023, 11:58 ET PG&E Launches Microgrid Incentive Program with $79 Million in Project Funding

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) today announced the launch of its Microgrid Incentive Program (MIP) and handbook, providing funding,...

Oct 09, 2023, 11:51 ET Sink your Teeth into Savings, Bite Back at Vampire Appliances

Vampire appliances are shadowy menaces lying in wait in the heart of many homes and businesses. These covert culprits lurk silently, sucking...

Oct 02, 2023, 12:12 ET California Climate Credit Helps PG&E Customers Transition to Low-Carbon Future

For the second time this year, more than five million Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) customers will automatically receive the California...

Sep 29, 2023, 15:55 ET PG&E Reminds Customers to Stay Focused on Safety When Traveling

With the holiday travel season just around the corner, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) reminds its customers to prepare for the unexpected...

Sep 26, 2023, 19:23 ET Driving a Clean Energy Future: PG&E Celebrates National Drive Electric Week

In recognition of National Drive Electric Week (Sept. 22 - Oct. 1, 2023), Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is sharing its progress to advance...

Sep 22, 2023, 11:45 ET Are Your Grandparents and Senior Neighbors Prepared for an Emergency? Are You Prepared to Help Them in The Event of a Disaster?

When it comes to preparing for a natural disaster or emergency don't forget some of the most important people in your life. Senior citizens, people...

Sep 21, 2023, 13:00 ET Wildfire Safety and Preparedness: The PG&E Corporation Foundation and California Fire Foundation Announce Wildfire Safety Grant Funding

The California Fire Foundation (CFF), with support from The PG&E Corporation Foundation (The PG&E Foundation), has awarded wildfire safety grants to...

Sep 20, 2023, 12:46 ET PG&E Encourages Customers to Check LIHEAP Eligibility, Apply for Bill Support

With more than $73 million in Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) credits already distributed in 2023, qualified Pacific Gas and...

Sep 13, 2023, 14:39 ET We Gave a Real Family 10 Minutes to Pack and Evacuate Ahead of a Simulated Emergency. Here's What They Learned

The key to making sure that you and your family safely and successfully respond to a natural disaster or emergency is to prepare before it happens....

Sep 08, 2023, 13:58 ET Innovating Together: 54 Organizations Invited to Participate in PG&E's Innovation Pitch Fest September 12-14

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) today announced the 54 organizations invited to participate in its first-ever Innovation Pitch Fest,...

Sep 08, 2023, 11:32 ET PG&E Helps Small Businesses Save Money with PG&E's Energy Advisors

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) knows how important it is for small and medium business customers manage expenses. Business adjustments, such ...

Sep 07, 2023, 13:12 ET PG&E & Uplight Reach 100,000-Participant Milestone in Smart Thermostat Demand Response Program

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) and Uplight today announced PG&E's SmartAC™ Smart Thermostat program, implemented by Uplight, has surpassed...

Sep 06, 2023, 09:21 ET KEEPING CUSTOMERS SAFE: With Utility Scams on the Rise, PG&E Offers Tips on How to Avoid Deceptive Scammers

With the number of reported scam attempts targeting Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) customers nearly tripling during the first seven months...