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PG&E maxes out revolving credit as wildfire liabilities loom

November 18, 2018

“But financial analysts noted that the move could be a precursor to a decision to file for bankruptcy protection, given PG&E’s exposure to as much as $15 billion in wildfire liabilities from last year’s devastating wildfires, and the potential that it will be found at fault for starting the Camp Fire last week. PG&E shares…

PG&E’s record-breaking battery proposal wins approval from regulators

November 12, 2018

Sarina Soor

battery system, california, CPUC, PG&E, solar energy

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“California utility regulators approved Pacific Gas & Electric’s proposal to build the two largest battery systems in the world. The 4-1 vote marks a landmark development in California’s quest to decarbonize its electrical system by shifting from natural gas to non-emitting sources for flexible power. “Not only will this help California integrate solar and reduce…

‘Blackout blackmail’ or last resort? PG&E defends Northern California power cut

October 19, 2018

Sarina Soor

liability, PG&E, redflag, wildfires

“The utility defended its actions, however, saying the high winds did damage some of its power lines. “Crews found multiple instances where equipment was potentially damaged during the recent weather event,” said Brandi Merlo, a spokeswoman for Pacific Gas and Electric Co. Merlo couldn’t provide any specific information about the damage. PG&E shut off power…

PG&E legislative effort to ease its wildfire liability dies, other wildfire measures still on table

August 24, 2018

Sarina Soor

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“A controversial PG&E-backed effort to ease the utility’s costs for wildfires, such as those that scorched the North Bay Wine Country last October, will not pass the state legislature this year, but other wildfire-related measures could still advance, state officials said Monday.” Click here to read more from San Jose Mercury News.

CPUC Public Participation Hearings PG&E Rate Increase Requests – June 26

June 15, 2018

Sarina Soor

CPUC, PG&E, rates

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The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) invites you to participate in Information Sessions (at 1:00 and 6:00 pm) followed by Public Comment Forums (at 2:00 and 7:00 pm) to be held Sacramento on Tuesday, June 26, 2018, in the California Energy Commission Hearing Room at 1516 9th Street. This is an opportunity to learn more…

Cal Fire: PG&E violated state law, causing 3 wildfires last year

June 4, 2018

Sarina Soor

disaster, PG&E, wildfires

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“Pacific Gas & Electric power lines started four Northern California wildfires that burned over 14 square miles last year, California fire officials announced in their first completed investigations into 170 blazes that engulfed the state last fall. Each of the fires in Butte and Nevada counties was caused by trees coming into contact with PG&E…

Avoiding another California electricity crisis

May 10, 2018

Sarina Soor

CPUC, disaster, PG&E, wildfires

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“The judges who made those rulings thought they were providing an efficient and equitable way to spread costs of natural disasters, by having all utility customers contribute the “just compensation” and eliminating any need to prove that utilities were at fault for widespread damage to which their equipment contributed. But there is substantial doubt whether…

PG&E reaches green energy goals early, but hurdles loom

February 23, 2018

Sarina Soor

diablo canyon, green energy, PG&E

“PG&E has reached a state-mandated renewable energy goal three years earlier than required, the company said, but fresh challenges loom as the company’s last nuclear power plant is slated for deactivation. PG&E also said it now delivers 78.8 percent of its electricity from resources that are free of greenhouse gases. Those resources, however, include the…

PG&E proposes innovative clean energy alternative to aging fossil fuel plant in Oakland

January 19, 2018

Sarina Soor

clean energy, oakland, PG&E

PG&E’s Oakland Clean Energy Initiative would provide a clean and innovative alternative that could replace the existing power plant and would be a cleaner and more affordable option than the traditional approach of using either a new fossil-fueled plant or new transmission lines through heavily populated areas of Oakland. The proposal would use local clean…

Cost Effective Zero Net Energy Practices for Production Home Builders – Nov. 1

October 16, 2017

Sarina Soor

builders, PG&E, zero net energy (ZNE)

On Thursday, November 1st, PG&E proudly opens their doors to guests from the greater Stockton area to discuss Zero Net Energy (ZNE) practices and techniques for production home builders. A recent PG&E demonstration showed that ZNE can be highly affordable, even on a limited budget. This event is free and open to the public. Join the…

HomeIntel Residential Energy Efficiency Program for PG&E Customers

October 12, 2017

Sarina Soor

energy efficiency, PG&E

HomeIntel is a new residential energy efficiency program available at no cost to all PG&E customers[1], including renters and owners in single and multi-family homes. It complements other community energy efficiency program by focusing on reducing plug loads. How does it work? Residents start by creating a Smart Audit account. Smart Audit is a web-based…

ZNE Event at the Stockton Energy Center – Nov. 1

October 6, 2017

Sarina Soor

builders, PG&E, zero net energy (ZNE)

Click here to download the flyer and register for this ZNE event You can also use this link to register for the event. This is just one of a series of evening lectures PG&E offers throughout the Fall and Spring. For information about other events in this series, go to www.pge.com/energyclasses and select “Evening Lecture” under…

EPRI Outlines R&D Plans for California’s Largest Zero Net Energy Home Community

October 4, 2017

Sarina Soor

EPRI, PG&E, zero net energy (ZNE)

The largest zero net energy (ZNE) community of single-family homes in California will serve as a multi-year living laboratory when Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) researchers begin to monitor and analyze the benefits and impacts of smart and grid-connected homes. A collaborative team, including De Young Properties, EPRI, BIRAenergy, and Pacific Gas and Electric, unveiled…

PG&E Training on Title 24 Part 6 – August 17th in Jackson, CA

August 4, 2017

Sarina Soor

energy efficiency, PG&E, resources, Title 24, training

If there are not enough registrants the training will be canceled so please take advantage of this valuable opportunity for local governments building inspectors and plan examiners. o Location: Jackson, CA o Title: Title 24 Part 6 Essentials – Residential Standards for Plans Examiners and Building Inspectors o Target Audience: local government building inspectors and plans…

PG&E Tool Lending Library

August 4, 2017

Sarina Soor

energy effiency, PG&E, resources

PG&E provides a library of tools that can be borrowed without purchase. The library includes data loggers, infrared cameras, and much more testing equipment for building energy efficiency. Click here to find the tool lending library Click here to read the policy for tool lending