The utility company aims to bury 5,000 miles of power lines to mitigate wildfire risks across California.
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October 5, 2026
California Will Face Power Conservation WarningsUtilities are preparing for high electricity demand during a forecasted heatwave starting on October 12.
October 1, 2026
California Signed Legislation for Wildfire Victim RestitutionGovernor Gavin Newsom signed a bill requiring state regulators to seek full compensation for utility fire survivors.
September 30, 2026
California Supreme Court Will Hear Kern River CaseJustices moved the oral arguments regarding Kern River water flows to San Francisco for an October hearing.
September 30, 2026
PG&E Reduced Planned 2027 Capital InvestmentThe utility cut its planned spending by $2 billion to $11.4 billion due to higher borrowing costs.
September 29, 2026
California Enacted Stiffer Penalties for Utility AttacksA new law provides increased protection for utility workers by raising potential jail time and fines for assaults.
September 29, 2026
California Enacted New Hydrogen Sulfide RegulationsGovernor Newsom signed two bills to bolster air quality standards and worker safety in the Tijuana River Valley.
September 28, 2026
California Legislators Challenged Bay-Delta Water PlanState lawmakers expressed concerns regarding a proposed water management framework for the Bay-Delta Watershed.
September 28, 2026
SolarAPP Foundation Launched Virtual Inspection SoftwareThe tool helps California jurisdictions meet new remote inspection requirements set by state law.
September 27, 2026
California Utility Faced $16 Million Penalty for 2020 FireThe California Public Utilities Commission proposed the fine after linking a wildfire to utility infrastructure.
September 25, 2026
California Will Decide Fate of Wildfire Compensation BillGovernor Gavin Newsom faces a September 30 deadline to sign or veto legislation impacting utility companies.
