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Simple Ways to Save Energy: Take Steps Now to Prepare for Incoming Excessive Heat Wave

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Wednesday, August 31, 2022
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As part of our ongoing series, Simple Ways to Save Energy, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is helping customers prepare for the incoming excessive heat wave by sharing ways to reduce energy bills and stay safe.

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  • As part of our ongoing series, Simple Ways to Save Energy, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is helping customers prepare for the incoming excessive heat wave by sharing ways to reduce energy bills and stay safe.
  • During the summer especially during times of prolonged extreme heat, the air conditioner can account for as much as half of residential energy usage.
  • Here are easy ways to lower AC costs and still stay cool indoors during the prolonged heat.
  • Adjust thermostat to 78 degrees or higher, after cooling the home to below-normal levels in the morning.

PG&E Supports Local Cooling Centers and Helps Customers Find Relief from Extreme Heat of Summer

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Wednesday, June 15, 2022
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It is a priority for us to continue supporting cooling centers in areas that experience periods of severe, prolonged temperatures.

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  • It is a priority for us to continue supporting cooling centers in areas that experience periods of severe, prolonged temperatures.
  • PG&E continues to support cooling centers in the cities of Arvin, Fowler, Fresno, Madera, San Jose, Sanger, West Sacramento, Kingsburg, and Stockton.
  • PG&E began funding cooling centers as part of a pilot project in 2007 following a 2006 heat wave in the state.
  • Since 2007, PG&E has provided more than $650,000 to support established cooling centers, most located in local government-run senior centers or neighborhood parks and recreation centers.

Cooling Centers Help Local Residents Beat the Heat This Summer

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Monday, June 28, 2021
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Cooling Centers continue to provide a safe, air-conditioned location for all residents to cool down during extreme heat.

Key Points: 
  • Cooling Centers continue to provide a safe, air-conditioned location for all residents to cool down during extreme heat.
  • PG&E began funding cooling centers as part of a pilot project in 2007 following a 2006 heat wave in the state.
  • Since 2007, PG&E has provided more than $600,000 to support established cooling centers, most located in local government-run senior centers or neighborhood parks and recreation centers.
  • PG&E is interested in funding the operation of more local Cooling Centers throughout the service area.

Reliant Launches 2020 Beat the Heat Program to Help Houstonians “Stay Cool in Your Home”

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Tuesday, July 7, 2020
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For 15 years, we have welcomed our neighbors into Reliants Beat the Heat cooling centers across the city.

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  • For 15 years, we have welcomed our neighbors into Reliants Beat the Heat cooling centers across the city.
  • Staying home means also being able to stay cool in your own home.
  • Reliant is bringing its annual Beat the Heat cooling centers inside Houston homes this year by providing portable air conditioning units to seniors and other vulnerable residents to Stay Cool in Your Home.
  • For more information about Reliant, visit reliant.com and connect with Reliant on Facebook at facebook.com/reliantenergy and Twitter or Instagram @reliantenergy.

PG&E Providing Grants to Fund the Operation of Cooling Centers

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Monday, June 15, 2020
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Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) continues to provide financial grants to fund the operation of existing county- or city-run cooling centers.

Key Points: 
  • Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) continues to provide financial grants to fund the operation of existing county- or city-run cooling centers.
  • PG&E has long-supported cooling centers in locations in its service area where summer temperatures typically reach triple digits.
  • "Cooling centers are a critical resource for customers during the summer months, particularly those among the at-risk populations, like seniors.
  • Since 2007, PG&E has provided more than $500,000 to support established cooling centers, most located in local government-run senior centers or neighborhood parks and recreation centers.