Sempra Energy

Sempra to Report Third-Quarter 2022 Earnings November 3

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Thursday, October 13, 2022

SAN DIEGO, Oct. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sempra (NYSE: SRE) (BMV: SRE) plans to release its third-quarter 2022 earnings by 7 a.m.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Oct. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sempra (NYSE: SRE) (BMV: SRE) plans to release its third-quarter 2022 earnings by 7 a.m.
  • Prior to the conference call, a slide presentation detailing the earnings results also will be posted by 7 a.m.
  • The Sempra family of companies have 20,000 talented employees who deliver energy with purpose to nearly 40 million consumers.
  • For additional information about Sempra, please visit Sempra's website at sempra.com and on Twitter @Sempra .

SDG&E Adds Energy Storage and Microgrids to Strengthen Grid Reliability, Build Community Resiliency and Advance Clean Energy Goals

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022

The company has about 95 MW of utility-owned energy storage currently available, with another 200+ MW in development.

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  • The company has about 95 MW of utility-owned energy storage currently available, with another 200+ MW in development.
  • During last months heatwave, energy storage, in addition to energy conservation efforts, helped California avoid rotating outages.
  • California has increased investment in energy storage since 2020 and the state now has close to 4,000 MW of batteries .
  • Investing in innovative clean energy technology like the Tierrasanta Microgrid will bolster public safety while also bringing economic opportunity to local, family-owned businesses.

Sempra Pledges up to $100,000 to Support Hurricane Ian Relief Efforts

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Wednesday, October 5, 2022

"During this difficult time, we are ready to help communities and families impacted by this catastrophic hurricane.

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  • "During this difficult time, we are ready to help communities and families impacted by this catastrophic hurricane.
  • Prior to Hurricane Ian's arrival, Oncor Electric Delivery Company, which is majority owned by Sempra, deployed 500 mutual assistance personnel to Florida to support local restoration efforts in impacted communities.
  • Sempra's financial pledge will directly support the American Red Cross' disaster relief efforts underway in Florida.
  • For additional information about Sempra, please visit Sempra's website at sempra.com and on Twitter @Sempra .

SDG&E Shares Latest Wildfire Safety Advancements & Public Safety Power Shutoff Tips

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Wednesday, September 28, 2022

San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) is unveiling its latest wildfire mitigation and resiliency advancements while urging its customers to prepare for possible wildfires and Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) during the regions Santa Ana wind season, which is typically between September and December.

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  • San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) is unveiling its latest wildfire mitigation and resiliency advancements while urging its customers to prepare for possible wildfires and Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) during the regions Santa Ana wind season, which is typically between September and December.
  • When combined, these efforts will help reduce PSPS impacts to more than 7,000 customers in some of the highest risk areas.
  • These microgrids will help keep communities and critical facilities like fire stations, schools and public safety infrastructure such as CAL FIREs Air Attack Base in Ramona energized during outages and Public Safety Power Shutoffs.
  • SDG&E continues to forge strong partnerships with Community Based Organizations, Non-Governmental Organizations, local governments and Public Safety Partners.

SoCalGas Successfully Tests Microgrid Demonstration Project in Downey

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Monday, September 26, 2022

The project's electrolyzer, which uses solar power to split water, has now produced its first full kilogram of renewable hydrogen – the first ever produced by SoCalGas -- which is intended to power a fuel cell to provide power when solar isn't available. One kilogram of hydrogen, roughly equivalent to a gallon of gasoline, emits only water as a byproduct. The limited production of hydrogen at this site as part of this demonstration project is specifically intended to show the microgrid's effectiveness in terms of reliability and resiliency.

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  • The project will demonstrate the resiliency and reliability of a renewable hydrogen microgrid that can power neighborhoods just in time to kick off National Clean Energy Week .
  • The limited production of hydrogen at this site as part of this demonstration project is specifically intended to show the microgrid's effectiveness in terms of reliability and resiliency.
  • "On behalf of my council colleagues and myself, I would like to congratulate SoCalGas on this momentous achievement," added Downey Mayor Blanca Pacheco.
  • SoCalGas is at the forefront of sustainability having announced its aim to have net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2045.

ALLY Energy™ Names Finalists for 6th Annual GRIT Awards and Best Energy Workplaces

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Friday, September 23, 2022

HOUSTON, Sept. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --  ALLY Energy is proud to announce the 6th Annual GRIT Awards and Best Energy Workplaces will be held on October 26, 2022, at The Bell Tower on 34th Street in Houston, Texas and online with thousands expected. The awards are regarded by many as the most prestigious, significant recognition in the energy industry worldwide. Nominations are open to the public. The shortlisted finalists include 75 leaders, 21 teams, and 15 companies with representation across the globe in oil and gas, power and utilities, wind, solar, hydrogen, nuclear, climate tech startups, and academia. To learn more, register or sponsor the GRIT Awards, visit here.

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  • The awards are regarded by many as the most prestigious, significant recognition in the energy industry worldwide.
  • "This year's GRIT Awards and Best Energy Workplaces finalists are a diverse cohort of game-changing entrepreneurs, gritty leaders, collaborative teams, and companies committed to combatting climate change.
  • The energy workforce is doing great things to transform our energy ecosystem and we're excited to spotlight exceptional talent and culture," said Katie Mehnert, Founder and CEO of ALLY Energy.
  • ALLY Energy is committed to a fair and equitable process and in 2022 launched advanced bias-reduction technology to assess candidates more equitably.

Newly Approved Legislation Aims to Prevent Power Outages and Fires by Phasing in Non-Conductive Foil Balloon Material

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Wednesday, September 21, 2022

Occasionally, foil balloons caught in power lines also spark fires and bring down electrical wires.

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  • Occasionally, foil balloons caught in power lines also spark fires and bring down electrical wires.
  • (See this dramatic footage of a foil balloon in power lines.
  • Balloon safety can go a long way in preventing power outages and fires, said Assemblymember Quirk, D-Hayward.
  • In fact, over the six years, SDG&E recorded over 700 outages and 28 reportable fires all due to foil balloons coming into contact with overhead power lines.

ConocoPhillips Appoints Dennis V. Arriola to its Board of Directors

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Tuesday, September 13, 2022

ConocoPhillips (NYSE: COP) today announced that its board of directors has elected Mr. Dennis V. Arriola to serve as a board member.

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  • ConocoPhillips (NYSE: COP) today announced that its board of directors has elected Mr. Dennis V. Arriola to serve as a board member.
  • We are pleased to add Dennis to the ConocoPhillips board of directors, said Ryan Lance, chairman and chief executive officer.
  • The appointment of Mr. Arriola increases the number of ConocoPhillips directors to 14, of which 12 are independent.
  • Mr. Arriola will serve on the Human Resources and Compensation Committee and the Audit and Finance Committee of the ConocoPhillips board.

SoCalGas and Landi Renzo USA Convert 200 Additional Field Service Trucks to Run on Renewable Natural Gas

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Tuesday, September 13, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern California Gas Co. (SoCalGas) today announced an additional multi-million-dollar collaboration with Landi Renzo USA for 200 new Ford F-250 service pickup trucks to join the utilities fleet. The trucks will be converted to run on renewable natural gas (RNG). The service trucks will be outfitted with the latest Landi Renzo Eco Ready™ equipment, a California Air Resource Board certified ultra-low emissions vehicle system. Last year, SoCalGas partnered with Landi Renzo USA to convert 200 service trucks to be added to the fleet. With the conversion of an additional 200 new RNG trucks this year through the continued partnership, SoCalGas' fleet is expected to reduce an additional 2,000 metric tons of CO2 equivalent (CO2e), resulting in approximately 44 percent of SoCalGas' service vehicles will run on clean fuels.  This is equivalent to removing 1,800 passenger vehicles from California roads for one year.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern California Gas Co. (SoCalGas) today announced an additional multi-million-dollar collaboration with Landi Renzo USA for 200 new Ford F-250 service pickup trucks to join the utilities fleet.
  • Last year, SoCalGas partnered with Landi Renzo USA to convert 200 service trucks to be added to the fleet.
  • Landi Renzo USA will continue to partner with Phenix Truck Body and CTEC Truck Body for the additional 200 units.
  • Landi Renzo USA's portfolio of CARB and EPA certified natural gas systems is the most comprehensive in the marketplace.

PowerTap Announces T2M as its Engineering and Design Validation Partner

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Tuesday, September 13, 2022

To capitalize on this demand, PowerTap has engaged T2M Global to fast-track initial station delivery.

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  • To capitalize on this demand, PowerTap has engaged T2M Global to fast-track initial station delivery.
  • The T2M team, led by Mr. Pinakin Patel, has extensive experience in production of green hydrogen for multiple applications in the USA and Canada.
  • "We are delighted by the PowerTap decision to benefit from T2M Global's extensive network in the hydrogen and fuel cell arena," said Pinakin Patel, President and CEO of T2M.
  • ABOUT POWERTAP HYDROGEN CAPITAL CORP.
    PowerTap Hydrogen Capital Corp., through its wholly owned subsidiary, PowerTap Hydrogen Fueling Corp. ("PowerTap"), is focused on installing hydrogen production and dispensing fueling infrastructure in the United States.