PG&E is hearing from customers that energy bills are higher than normal. We understand increases are challenging. We’re taking action and helping customers.
Natural gas prices have risen significantly, about 90% higher than last winter in PG&E’s service area and nationwide. PG&E passes through the cost of energy purchases directly to customers and does not mark-up that cost. What we pay for our customers’ energy supply, both natural gas and electricity, we pass through directly to our customers. PG&E reduces gas price volatility impacts by buying and storing gas when prices are lower for use when prices are higher.
More than 70% of winter energy costs are from heating systems, water heaters, and washers and dryers.
• Set the thermostat at 68 degrees or lower, health permitting. Save 2% for each degree lowered.
• Clean or replace air filters monthly.
• Set the water heater to 120 degrees or lower; install low-flow fixtures; wash clothes in cold water.
As the weather and temperatures warm up, usually during March and April, energy usage and bills should decrease.
For more tips, visit pge.com/winter.
Teresa Alvarado
Regional Vice President, PG&E Central Coast Region Hollister
