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Following surge of “pandemic purges,” Americans chose to “wallet edit,” becoming more invested and selective in how they manage money, and enhancing preference for cash back cards SAN FRANCISCO – July 26, 2021 – According to a Wells Fargo Active Cash Card survey, the COVID-19 pandemic prompted two-thirds (63%) of credit card-holding consumers to initiate “pandemic purges.” When looking at …

New Online Tool Benefits Tenants, Too, Even If They Don’t Have a Utility Bill in Their Name SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. —Customers and non-account holders can now sign up for notifications for any address they care about to stay safe and informed about Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) events. High winds can cause tree branches and debris to contact energized lines, …

This week, Disney Animation Studios partnered with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® to celebrate the release of movie “Raya and the Last Dragon” to spread joy through a series of virtual events for St. Jude patient families and its generous supporters. “Raya and the Last Dragon”, featuring Disney’s first ever Southeast Asian princess, is an epic journey to the fantasy …

Exchange Also Launches Full Offering of $1 Plans for  Thousands Who Received Unemployment Benefits in 2021 A record 1.6 million people are actively enrolled in Covered California, including 139,000 who signed up for quality health care coverage since lower premiums became available through the American Rescue Plan.Covered California is also launching a provision that allows thousands of eligible Californians, who …

Awards for Resilience Projects Will Increase to $800,000 Annually SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. — Sponsoring community-driven efforts to find innovative responses to the growing threat of climate change has been a key focus of Pacific Gas and Electric Company’s (PG&E’s) grant funding in recent years. The company is now expanding that portfolio to include support for local safe gathering places and …

State’s Flex Alert Requests Voluntary Conservation from 6 to 9 p.m. Today We All Can Help as a Few Simple Steps Can Reduce the Stress on the Grid SAN FRANCISCO, Calif.—With continuing triple-digit heat forecast for today (Friday, June 18),  the state’s grid operator has called for afternoon and evening energy conservation throughout California as one way to help the …

Various Programs Provide Rebates, Offer Leases or Supply Free No-Cost Batteries for Low-Income Customers Using Medical Devices There’s Even a Program for Customers Who Can Pair Home Battery Storage Systems with Rooftop Solar SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. —There are several easy-to-use programs available to assist customers during a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) which occurs during severe weather to prevent wildfires. …

SANTA CLARA COUNTY, CALIF. – County of Santa Clara Registrar of Voters Shannon Bushey certified the results of the May 4th Cupertino Union School District Special Mail-Ballot Election today. “It is always an honor to certify the results of any election big or small.” Bushey said. “The Registrar of Voters’ staff worked diligently to ensure a fair, inclusive, accurate, and …

Applications Being Accepted for 2021 Grants Totaling $1.4 Million SACRAMENTO, Calif.— To raise awareness about wildfire safety and bring resources to underserved communities in high fire-threat areas in 2021, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is joining forces again with the California Fire Foundation (CFF), providing $1.4 million for CFF’s Wildfire Safety and Preparedness Program (WSPP). Fire departments and community-based …

Customers Should Stay Vigilant to Recognize and Avoid Scams as Most Vulnerable, including Seniors, Low-Income Families, non-English Speakers and Small Business Owners Are Often Targeted SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. — With just a week left until the 2020 tax year filing deadline on May 17, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) warns customers to protect themselves from an increase in scams …