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 …
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Be Aware of Scams Targeting PG&E Customers as You Race to Meet IRS Tax Deadline
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 …
Read More »Millions of Californians Taking Advantage of DMV Services Without Visiting Office
No need to wait in line or even leave home Sacramento – A record number of Californians are avoiding a trip to a Department of Motor Vehicles field office by using the DMV’s online services or a self-service kiosk. Millions of customers have taken advantage of these convenient options, including: 23 million online transactions in 2020, the most in DMV …
Read More »Covered California Urges the State’s Asian American Community to Enroll by April 30 to Get New Savings on Lower Health Insurance Premiums Provided by the American Rescue Plan
The American Rescue Plan provides new and expanded financial help that will dramatically lower health insurance premiums for people who purchase coverage through Covered California.More than 400,000 Asian Americans in California, including the uninsured and people enrolled directly through a health insurance carrier, stand to benefit from the new financial help that is now available.In order to maximize their savings, …
Read More »PG&E Appoints Energy Industry Expert Carla J. Peterman as Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs
Peterman Brings Significant California Public Policy Experience, a Record of Exemplary Public Service, and Strong Clean Energy Credentials PG&E Also Promotes Two Company Leaders to Vice President Positions SAN FRANCISCO — PG&E Corporation (NYSE: PCG; the “Corporation”) today announced the appointment of Carla J. Peterman as Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs, effective June 1, 2021. It also announced the appointments …
Read More »Free First 5 California Kit Remains Essential to New Parents, Especially Now
Kit Enters Digital Age with Online Version of Resource-Packed California Parent Guide Sacramento – In 2001, First 5 California debuted its informative and resource-packed Kit for New Parents to millions of families and caregivers throughout the state. However, many parents of young children, especially families from under-resourced neighborhoods, are not aware ofthis free and valuable tool “Due to the COVID-19 …
Read More »PG&E Providing More Community Resources for Public Safety Power Shutoffs This Year
More support available to customers before, during and after PSPS events SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. — As part of its ongoing efforts to keep customers and communities safe, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) has added numerous resources to further support customers and communities before, during and after Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS). During severe weather, PG&E may need to turn …
Read More »Important FAQs regarding Johnson & Johnson Vaccines
WHY ARE J&J VACCINES BEING PAUSED? • On Tuesday, April 13th, the FDA/CDC announced a rare but serious side effect including serious brainblood clots (CVST) combined with low platelet counts in six patients who received J&J vaccines.• All patients are women under 50 years of age.• Vaccines are being paused out of an abundance of caution. WHAT IS WA STATE …
Read More »Here to Help: PG&E Will Continue Providing Robust Customer Support Once COVID-19 Protections End in Late June
Past Due Bills Have Grown Significantly Since the Start of the Pandemic Customers Encouraged to Take Action Now by Exploring Financial-Assistance Programs and Establishing Payment Plans SAN FRANCISCO, Calif.— As the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic start to subside, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) reminds customers with past-due balances to explore available financial-assistance programs now, before the customer protections …
Read More »With Millions of Californians Still Working and Schooling from Home, Calling 811 Before Digging More Important Than Ever
Recent survey indicates that many homeowners are using their extra time at home to complete projects that require digging SAN FRANCISCO, Calif – With the arrival of spring, many Californians are thinking of starting projects to make their outdoor spaces more livable, and many of these projects will require digging. To help ensure these projects can proceed safely, and without …
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