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A Cleaner California: PG&E Teams Up with California Universities to Propose Clean Energy Pilot Program

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Thursday, March 17, 2022
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If approved by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), PG&E would team up with the University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) systems to introduce a Clean Energy Optimization Pilot (CEOP) to campuses across Northern and Central California.

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  • If approved by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), PG&E would team up with the University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) systems to introduce a Clean Energy Optimization Pilot (CEOP) to campuses across Northern and Central California.
  • First unveiled by Southern California Edison for UC and CSU campuses in their service area, the program focuses on substantially lowering GHG emissions at the source.
  • PG&E also proposes to consider the expansion of this program to similarly situated customers in the future.
  • Innovative and collaborative programs like the Clean Energy Optimization Pilot are essential to the future of a clean California, and PG&E is proud to collaborate with California universities on this exciting proposal, said Aaron August, PG&E vice president of business development and customer engagement.

Virtual Peaker and PG&E Announce the Launch of WatterSaver

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Wednesday, March 16, 2022
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WatterSaver automatically takes advantage of lower electricity rates, heating water at less expensive times of the day known as off-peak.

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  • WatterSaver automatically takes advantage of lower electricity rates, heating water at less expensive times of the day known as off-peak.
  • Participants also receive a $50 gift card for enrolling plus an additional $5 gift card for each month of participation.
  • Administered through PG&E under the auspices of the California Public Utilities Commission, WatterSaver is implemented by the Association for Energy Affordability (AEA), Virtual Peaker and Energy Solutions.
  • Virtual Peaker is a cloud-based distributed energy platform that empowers modern utilities to build the grid of the future and meet global decarbonization goals.

Carlos Hernandez, Former Head of Global Engineering and Construction Company Fluor Corporation, to Join PG&E Boards of Directors

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Tuesday, March 15, 2022
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Mr. Hernandezs career has spanned engineering, procurement, manufacturing and distribution companies, and his expertise includes risk management, safety and environmental matters, governance, compliance and law.

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  • Mr. Hernandezs career has spanned engineering, procurement, manufacturing and distribution companies, and his expertise includes risk management, safety and environmental matters, governance, compliance and law.
  • Mr. Hernandez joined Fluor Corporation, a global engineering and construction company, as Chief Legal Officer in 2007 and served as CEO from May 2019 until he retired in December 2020.
  • Prior to joining Fluor, he served as general counsel for ArcelorMittal Americas, a major steel producer that is part of the ArcelorMittal steel group.
  • It is the parent company of Pacific Gas and Electric Company, an energy company that serves 16 million Californians across a 70,000-square-mile service area in Northern and Central California.

PG&E and Ford Collaborate on Bidirectional Electric Vehicle Charging Technology in Customers’ Homes

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Friday, March 11, 2022
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Today, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) and Ford Motor Company announced a collaboration exploring how Fords new F-150 Lightning electric vehicle (EV)the first commercially available light-duty truck with bidirectional charging technologycan interact with the electric grid and provide electric reliability benefits to PG&E customers.

Key Points: 
  • Today, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) and Ford Motor Company announced a collaboration exploring how Fords new F-150 Lightning electric vehicle (EV)the first commercially available light-duty truck with bidirectional charging technologycan interact with the electric grid and provide electric reliability benefits to PG&E customers.
  • PG&E and Ford will test the F-150 Lightning and its Intelligent Backup Power bidirectional charging capabilities in providing backup power for customers homes in PG&Es service area.
  • As more electric vehicles and new charging technology become available, it is critical that we better understand how EVs can interact with the electric grid and how we can best support our customers.
  • Beyond the initial deployment with a small number of customers homes, PG&E and Ford plan to explore additional use cases and potential for bidirectional charging technology in support of PG&E customers and the grid.

Daylight Saving Begins, PG&E Customers Can Spring Forward with Safety

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Friday, March 11, 2022
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Daylight saving time begins this Sunday, March 13.

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  • Daylight saving time begins this Sunday, March 13.
  • Aside from setting your watch and clocks one hour forward and enjoying more daylight, this is the perfect time to make your home and family safer.
  • These devices should be tested twice a year, and batteries replaced if necessary, which makes the start and end of daylight saving time such a perfect reminder.
  • If customers suspect a gas leak, PG&E urges customers to call 911 and then PG&E at 1-800-743-5000.

Jim Farley to Discuss the Auto Industry’s Shift to Electrification at CERAWeek Annual Conference

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Wednesday, March 9, 2022
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Ford President and CEO, Jim Farley, will participate in a fireside chat about the auto industrys transition to electric vehicles at the 2022 CERAWeek conference on Thursday, March 10 at 8:30 p.m.

Key Points: 
  • Ford President and CEO, Jim Farley, will participate in a fireside chat about the auto industrys transition to electric vehicles at the 2022 CERAWeek conference on Thursday, March 10 at 8:30 p.m.
  • Farley will be joined by Patti Poppe, CEO PG&E Corporation, in a special dialogue moderated by Daniel Yergin, Vice Chairman S&P Global.
  • The company is pursuing leadership positions in electrification, connected vehicle services and mobility solutions, including self-driving technology, and provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company.
  • More information about the company, its products and Ford Motor Credit Company is available at corporate.ford.com .

PG&E and General Motors Collaborate on Pilot to Reimagine Use of Electric Vehicles as Backup Power Sources for Customers

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Tuesday, March 8, 2022
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Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) and General Motors (GM) today announced a breakthrough collaboration to pilot the use of GM electric vehicles (EVs) as on-demand power sources for homes in PG&Es service area.

Key Points: 
  • Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) and General Motors (GM) today announced a breakthrough collaboration to pilot the use of GM electric vehicles (EVs) as on-demand power sources for homes in PG&Es service area.
  • EVs play a critical role in achieving Californias goals for reducing greenhouse-gas emissions and already provide customers with many benefits.
  • GMs collaboration with PG&E further expands our electrification strategy, demonstrating our EVs as reliable mobile sources of power.
  • General Motors, its subsidiaries and its joint venture entities sell vehicles under the Chevrolet , Buick , GMC , Cadillac , Baojun and Wuling brands.

During National Consumer Protection Week, PG&E Wants to Help Customers Recognize and Avoid Falling Victim to Utility Scams

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Monday, March 7, 2022
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As the number of scams targeting utility customers continue at an alarming rate, typically by phone, online or in-person, PG&E is joining the Federal Trade Commission to help customers recognize potential scams during National Consumer Protection Week from March 6-12, 2022.

Key Points: 
  • As the number of scams targeting utility customers continue at an alarming rate, typically by phone, online or in-person, PG&E is joining the Federal Trade Commission to help customers recognize potential scams during National Consumer Protection Week from March 6-12, 2022.
  • In fact, during 2021 PG&E received over 11,000 reports from customers who were targeted by scammers impersonating the company, and customers lost nearly $600,000 in fraudulent payments.
  • Scammers are opportunistic and look for times when customers may be distracted or stressed, as has been the case during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • During this time, scammers have increased calls, texts, emails, and in-person tactics and are constantly contacting utility customers asking for immediate payment to avoid service disconnection.

Help Promote Safety by Planting the Right Tree in the Right Place as Part of California Arbor Week

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Monday, March 7, 2022
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Planting the right tree in the right location helps promote fire safety, natural gas safety, reduces power outages and ensures beauty for years to come.

Key Points: 
  • Planting the right tree in the right location helps promote fire safety, natural gas safety, reduces power outages and ensures beauty for years to come.
  • Thats why each year, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) likes to recognize and honor trees during California Arbor Week.
  • California Arbor Week reminds us that trees provide many health and environmental benefits to our hometowns but there are hazards to avoid above and below the ground.
  • In 2011, the California Legislature designated the week of March 7 to March 14 of each year as California Arbor Week, and to urge California residents to observe the week with appropriate tree planting activities and programs.

PG&E to Host Weekly Regional Wildfire Safety Webinars to Provide Information and Resources on Local Wildfire Prevention Efforts

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Thursday, March 3, 2022
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PG&E is hosting a series of weekly regional wildfire safety webinars to share its wildfire prevention plans in 2022 and listen to customers feedback.

Key Points: 
  • PG&E is hosting a series of weekly regional wildfire safety webinars to share its wildfire prevention plans in 2022 and listen to customers feedback.
  • Each webinar will feature a brief presentation, after which participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and provide feedback to PG&E subject matter experts.
  • While the webinar events will focus on regional work in the listed counties, all PG&E customers are welcome to join.
  • For the full webinar events schedule, information on how to join, recordings and presentation materials from past events, and to learn more about PG&Es Community Wildfire Safety Program, visit pge.com/wildfiresafety .