The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has announced a series of public forums to gather feedback from Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) customers regarding the utility’s 2027 General Rate Case (GRC) application. These forums, scheduled for October 22 and 23 (virtual) and November 7 (in-person), will allow customers to comment on PG&E’s request to increase revenues for natural gas and electric operations, distribution, and generation costs from 2027 to 2030.
PG&E filed its GRC on May 15, 2025, seeking CPUC approval for a revenue increase to support system safety, reliability, and modernization. The proposal asks for $16.6 billion in total revenues, which represents an increase of $1.24 billion, or 8 percent, over 2026 levels. If approved, a typical residential customer’s combined natural gas and electric bill would rise by about 3.6 percent in 2027 compared to 2025.
The CPUC’s review process will determine whether the proposed increases are reasonable and in the public interest. Customers are encouraged to participate in the forums to share their views on how the rate changes could affect their bills, service quality, and local communities.
The in-person forum will be held at the Hugh Burns State Building in Fresno, while remote participation is available via webcast or phone. Webcast participants can view the proceedings but cannot make verbal comments, while those joining by phone can speak during the public comment period. Specialized accommodations, such as interpreters, are available upon request.
General Rate Cases are conducted every four years to assess the revenue PG&E needs to operate and maintain its electric and natural gas systems safely and reliably. The CPUC examines the utility’s proposed costs, investments, and service levels to ensure they are just and reasonable. The current proceeding covers funding for PG&E’s electric and natural gas distribution, generation, and transmission systems, but excludes wildfire mitigation, fuel purchases, and operations of the Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant, which are handled separately.
No official decisions will be made during the public forums. Customers can also submit written comments online at any time through the proceeding’s Docket Card.
“The CPUC regulates services and utilities, protects consumers, safeguards the environment, and assures Californians access to safe and reliable utility infrastructure and services. Visit www.cpuc.ca.gov for more information,” according to the CPUC.
