Sempra Energy

Sempra Named to JUST 100 List for America's Most JUST Companies of 2023

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Thursday, January 12, 2023

SAN DIEGO, Jan. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sempra (NYSE: SRE) (BMV: SRE) has been named to the prestigious JUST 100 list by JUST Capital, an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to measuring and improving corporate stakeholder performance.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Jan. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sempra (NYSE: SRE) (BMV: SRE) has been named to the prestigious JUST 100 list by JUST Capital, an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to measuring and improving corporate stakeholder performance.
  • Sempra's position among the top 100 companies on the list is credited to the company's commitment to investing in its workforce, scoring in the top 5% for pay equity, work-life balance, benefits and 401k quality, diversity, equity and inclusion policies and workforce demographics, among others.
  • "Our strength as a company comes from our high-performance culture, which is fueled by the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our employees.
  • "This year's JUST 100 leaders demonstrate that just business truly is better business."

Devon Energy Appoints Michael Mears and Gennifer Kelly to Board of Directors

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Tuesday, January 3, 2023

OKLAHOMA CITY, Jan. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Devon Energy Corp. (NYSE: DVN) announced today that Michael Mears and Gennifer Kelly have joined its board of directors.

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  • OKLAHOMA CITY, Jan. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Devon Energy Corp. (NYSE: DVN) announced today that Michael Mears and Gennifer Kelly have joined its board of directors.
  • Gennifer Kelly previously held the role of chief operating officer and SVP of Western Midstream Partners.
  • “I am excited about the opportunity to work closely with Michael and Gennifer,” said Rick Muncrief, president and CEO.
  • Before Magellan, Mears worked in a range of management positions for its predecessor company, Williams Pipeline Co. Mears currently serves on the board of Sempra.

SDG&E Well on Its Way to Achieving a Fully Zero-emissions Fleet

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Wednesday, December 21, 2022

This puts SDG&E well on its way to achieve its goal of operating a fully zero-emissions fleet by 2035, ahead of state mandates.

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  • This puts SDG&E well on its way to achieve its goal of operating a fully zero-emissions fleet by 2035, ahead of state mandates.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221221005104/en/
    SDG&E Ford F-150 Lightning Truck (Photo: Business Wire)
    The latest additions to SDG&E’s fleet include eight fully electric, Ford F-150 Lightning trucks and a zero-emissions hydrogen fuel cell car.
  • SDG&E’s fleet also consists of plug-in and non-plug-in hybrids and vehicles with idle mitigation technologies.
  • In addition to upgrading its fleet, SDG&E also tracks operating data to reduce idling and improve vehicle safety, and continuously reviews new technologies.

Sempra Named to Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index for 12th Consecutive Year

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Wednesday, December 21, 2022

SAN DIEGO, Dec. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sempra (NYSE: SRE) (BMV: SRE) today announced it has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index (DJSI North America) for the 12th consecutive year.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Dec. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sempra (NYSE: SRE) (BMV: SRE) today announced it has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index (DJSI North America) for the 12th consecutive year.
  • "This recognition is a testament to our employees' positive impact on the environment and their dedication to safety and operational excellence."
  • DJSI North America, a leading benchmark for corporate sustainability, recognizes the top 20% of sustainability performers among the largest 600 U.S. and Canadian companies in the S&P Global Broad Market Index based on long-term economic, environmental and social criteria.
  • Sempra was named the top-ranked utility in the U.S. for environmental, social and governance scores and financial performance by Investor's Business Daily and has been included on the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index for 12 consecutive years.

Sempra Ranked Top Utility on Wall Street Journal's Best-Managed Companies for 2022

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Monday, December 19, 2022

SAN DIEGO, Dec. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sempra (NYSE: SRE) (BMV: SRE) is the highest-ranked utility on the Wall Street Journal's Management Top 250 ranking for 2022.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Dec. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sempra (NYSE: SRE) (BMV: SRE) is the highest-ranked utility on the Wall Street Journal's Management Top 250 ranking for 2022.
  • The company's value proposition comes to life through its commitment to sustainable business practices across the Sempra family of companies.
  • Sempra was also named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" for 2022 by Fortune Magazine.
  • For additional information about Sempra, please visit Sempra's website at sempra.com and on Twitter @Sempra .

Toyota Announces Collaboration with Oncor to Accelerate EV Charging Ecosystem

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Thursday, December 15, 2022

The effort will be led by Toyota's Electric Vehicle Charging Solutions (EVCS) team, marking an important first collaboration with a public utility for Toyota in the U.S. around Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs).

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  • The effort will be led by Toyota's Electric Vehicle Charging Solutions (EVCS) team, marking an important first collaboration with a public utility for Toyota in the U.S. around Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs).
  • The results from the research will allow Toyota and Oncor to be better prepared to support the broader EV charging ecosystem in the United States.
  • Further, these efforts will allow Toyota to elevate the customer experience for Toyota BEV customers, accelerate efforts in carbon neutrality and provide advances in business opportunities.
  • The collaboration will help provide both Oncor and Toyota insight into the current and future needs of its customers.

Sempra Named One of Newsweek's Most Responsible Companies for Fourth Consecutive Year

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Monday, December 12, 2022

The final list recognizes the top 500 most responsible companies in the United States, spanning 14 industries.

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  • The final list recognizes the top 500 most responsible companies in the United States, spanning 14 industries.
  • Sempra and its operating companies advance responsible stakeholder engagement through strong governance policies and disclosures that help promote transparency and accountability.
  • The Sempra family of companies have 20,000 talented employees who deliver energy with purpose to nearly 40 million consumers.
  • Sempra was also named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" for 2022 by Fortune Magazine.For additional information about Sempra, please visit Sempra's website at sempra.com and on Twitter @Sempra .

The Port of Seattle selects Locus Technologies for Permit Compliance Tracking Software

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Nov. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Locus Technologies (Locus) is pleased to announce that The Port of Seattle (Port) has selected Locus multitenant Software as a Service (SaaS) for its Environmental Permit Compliance Tracking software.

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  • MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Nov. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Locus Technologies (Locus) is pleased to announce that The Port of Seattle (Port) has selected Locus multitenant Software as a Service (SaaS) for its Environmental Permit Compliance Tracking software.
  • With Locus software, the Port of Seattles Maritime Environment & Sustainability department will track and manage compliance with their many permits associated with ongoing Maritime operations.
  • We are very pleased that Port of Seattle after selecting Locus earlier this year, recognized the power and flexibility of Locus and extended the use of Locus to include Permit Compliance.
  • The Port selected Locus software because it meets a wide set of robust permit tracking and notification requirements for their active Maritime operations.

Sempra Foundation Wins U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's Top Honor for Corporate Citizenship

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022

This prestigious honor was earned for Sempra Foundation's support of energy access programs designed to strengthen communities and create opportunities for all.

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  • This prestigious honor was earned for Sempra Foundation's support of energy access programs designed to strengthen communities and create opportunities for all.
  • Companies and chambers of commerce from around the globe compete for the Citizens Awards, making it one of the most coveted recognitions in corporate citizenship.
  • "Sempra Foundation, through Sempra's support, has done exceptional work to expand reliable, cleaner energy access for under-resourced communities," said Marc DeCourcey, senior vice president of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation.
  • The U.S. Chamber Foundation announced the winners of this year's Citizens Awards on November 16, 2022, at the 2022 Corporate Citizenship Conference and Awards: Business Solves.

SDG&E Wins Award for Outstanding Reliability in the West & Grid Sustainability

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Thursday, November 17, 2022

In recognition of SDG&Es continued superior performance and innovation in the utility industry, PA Consulting honored the company with two of its most prestigious awards: Outstanding Reliability Performance in the West Region Metropolitan Service Area (also known as the Best in the West) and Outstanding Grid Sustainability.

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  • In recognition of SDG&Es continued superior performance and innovation in the utility industry, PA Consulting honored the company with two of its most prestigious awards: Outstanding Reliability Performance in the West Region Metropolitan Service Area (also known as the Best in the West) and Outstanding Grid Sustainability.
  • This is the 17th consecutive year that SDG&E has specifically received the ReliabilityOne Award for Outstanding Reliability Performance among utilities in the West.
  • Some of SDG&Es programs and projects that contributed to its recognition as Best in the West and the award for outstanding grid sustainability include:
    SDG&E has implemented one of the most comprehensive and robust wildfire risk mitigation programs in the industry.
  • Grid sustainability and energy reliability have been a primary focus for SDG&E.