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Students from La Vina Middle School work with PG&E Firefighters
Central Coast /  May 17, 2012

Delano Students Get an Insider’s View of Diablo Canyon Power Plant

Students from La Vina Middle School in Delano toured Diablo Canyon Power Plant on May 15. For a few students, it was the first time they had seen the Pacific Ocean. And, for all of them, it was the first time they had visited a nuclear power plant.About 125 groups tour the nuclear plant in San Luis Obispo County each year.

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Fresno /  May 11, 2012

Baseball Puts Focus on Breast Cancer; PG&E Employee Named Honorary Bat Girl by Giants

Connie Bennett, an operating clerk at the Resource Management Center in Fresno, is scheduled to be recognized at the San Francisco Giants baseball game on May 17 as part of the Honorary Bat Girl program. The program is a breast cancer awareness event sponsored by the league since 2009.

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San Francisco /  May 11, 2012

Building the Golden Gate Bridge Defied the Naysayers

Throughout May, as the 75th anniversary of the Golden Gate Bridge is celebrated, Currents will take a look at the bridge and how PG&E played a role in some of its significant moments. Today, we look at how the bridge was built from 1933 to 1937.

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Butte County /  May 9, 2012

PG&E Gives Frogs a Leg Up

An ecological group headed by PG&E is helping a species of frog reach a tributary in Butte County without having to cross a highway.

Merced /  May 9, 2012

PG&E Joins MC Hammer to Support Innovation Showcase at University of California

Working with PG&E, and highlighted by an appearance by musician MC Hammer, the University of California, Merced, held its inaugural “Innovate to Grow” showcase today (May 9).

Bakersfield /  May 9, 2012

PG&E Holds Open House, Launches Web Page on Kern Power Plant Demolition

On Tuesday (May 8), PG&E hosted an open house where customers and nearby businesses and residents could get information on the ongoing demolition of the Kern Power Plant and the cleanup of the site. PG&E also announced a new website as one of several options for residents to keep up with what’s happening at the site.

Kern Power Plant demolition website.

Fresno /  May 8, 2012

Public Shows Support for PG&E Economic Development Rate Proposal

Nearly 50 business leaders, elected officials and members of the general public at a hearing today (May 8) urged support of a proposed PG&E electric rate designed to spur economic growth and create new jobs in PG&E’s service area, particularly in those areas suffering from extreme unemployment.

Central Coast /  May 8, 2012

Homeless Center Gets Energy Efficiency Boost

A center that provides meals, showers, laundry facilities and other vital services to the homeless has received a $25,000 grant from PG&E to provide energy efficiency upgrades.

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Bay Area /  May 7, 2012

More Golf Leadership Skills for Schoolchildren, Thanks to PG&E

About 300 San Francisco schoolchildren practiced putting, chipping and other golf skills as part of a PG&E-sponsored program that introduces youngsters to a game requiring values that can help them throughout their lives.

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Solano County /  May 7, 2012

Green-Fleet Vehicle Facility Opens, Adds Jobs in Solano County

Altec Industries recently held a grand-opening ceremony for its green-fleet vehicle assembly facility in Dixon. The plant will put together green vehicles for utilities such as PG&E.

Bay Area /  May 7, 2012

Open House to Answer Questions about Hydrostatic Pressure Testing

PG&E will host an open house on Wednesday (May 9) in San Francisco to talk to residents about upcoming hydrostatic pressure testing.

Fresno /  May 7, 2012

Public Hearing Set for May 8 on PG&E’s Economic Development Rate Proposal

Members of the public will have their first opportunity to weigh in on a proposed PG&E electric rate aimed at spurring economic development and adding new jobs in counties plagued with extreme unemployment, which includes most of the Central San Joaquin Valley.The hearing takes place Tuesday, May 8, at Fresno City Hall.

Arroyo Grande /  May 4, 2012

PG&E Helps Fund Creek Restoration

PG&E is helping fund a restoration project for middle school students to help preserve Arroyo Grande Creek habitat in San Luis Obispo County.

Auburn /  May 4, 2012

Chamber Names PG&E Business of the Year

The Auburn Chamber of Commerce has named PG&E its Business of the Year for the utility’s many years of service and commitment to the community.

Golden Gate Bridge
Bay Area /  May 4, 2012

Golden Gate Bridge Looking Good at 75

The Golden Gate Bridge turns 75 this month, and it remains what comes to mind for many folks around the world when they think about California. And the world’s attention will once again turn to the 1.7-mile span this month during the official Golden Gate Bridge 75th Anniversary Celebration over Memorial Day (May 26-28) weekend.

Tom Lyons: Energy Report
Bay Area /  May 2, 2012

Energy Detective Solves High Power Mystery

Thanks to information delivered by their SmartMeter, Tom Lyons and his family found out that doing small things can add up to big-time savings. In one year, the Silicon Valley family has reduced its energy use by 17 percent.

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