IMPORTANT
We want what our customers want – safe, reliable, clean and affordable energy service
The 2027-2030 General Rate Case (GRC) outlines our plan to deliver customer bill stability while improving safety. We’re prioritizing building a more modern grid. It’s designed to meet projected energy demand growth and increase climate change resilience at the lowest cost to customers.
This proposal includes our smallest GRC percentage increase in a decade. It’s made possible, in part, by reducing costs and passing on savings to customers. Over the past three years, we have implemented new processes and technologies. These changes have helped lower operating and capital costs by about $2.5 billion.
The GRC proposal would fund investments to:
- Build a more modern grid to handle expected growth in electricity use from new homes, businesses, electric vehicles and AI data centers
- Improve wildfire safety through proven layers of wildfire protection
- Increase clean energy delivery and system resilience to extreme weather impacts
- Strengthen the gas system to keep customers and communities safe, and to improve air quality
Stabilizing bills through 2030
This proposal is based on current information. If it’s approved, we expect total residential combined gas and electric bills in 2027 to be flat compared to 2025 bills. If electric demand increases – as the California Energy Commission forecasts – bills could go down. That’s because more customers would be sharing the costs of operating the system.
No further electric rate increases are forecasted in 2025. We project that residential electric rates and average combined bills will be lower in 2026. That’s because cost recovery included in current rates will expire. Removing those costs from rates will help offset proposed increases including the 2027 GRC.
Bills for individual customers may vary. Factors include where they live, energy used, rate plan, discount programs and other individual circumstances.
Understanding a General Rate Case
PG&E and the state’s other investor-owned utilities are required to submit multi-year cost proposals every four years. The regulatory process is public and transparent. We encourage our customers and stakeholders to participate in the process. We don’t expect customer rates related to this proposal to change until January 2027, at the earliest.
PG&E 2027-2030 General Rate Case Filing
On May 15, 2025, PG&E submitted its 2027-2030 General Rate Case (GRC) filing to the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC). This proposal outlines our plan to deliver customer bill stability while improving safety.
Why is PG&E requesting this rate change?
PG&E and the state’s other investor-owned utilities set base rates through a forward-looking plan called the General Rate Case, or GRC. The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) requires this process every four years. The GRC proposes the funding PG&E needs to continue providing gas and electric service. This enables us to maintain safe and reliable energy for our customers.
How the GRC Process Works
The General Rate Case (GRC) process is a thorough public review led by the CPUC. The review process determines energy rates every four years. PG&E submits a proposal detailing the forecasted costs. The proposal outlines the costs to operate PGE’s electric and gas systems. It includes costs to maintain and enhance the safety and reliability of the systems. The CPUC carefully reviews the proposals through filings, hearings and public input. The CPUC receives input from customers, advocates and stakeholders. This process ensures rates reflect the actual costs of providing energy, while balancing safety, reliability and affordability.
What the GRC Does Not Cover
The GRC focuses on long-term system improvements but does not include:
- Electric transmission costs
- State-mandated Public Purpose Programs to support low-income customers and energy efficiency
- The actual cost to purchase gas and electricity that is supplied to customers
These costs are reviewed in separate rate cases through different regulatory processes.
PG&E offers tools and programs to help you save:
- Energy-saving tips: No cost and low-cost ways to reduce energy use.
- Rate Plan Comparison: Find the best rate plan for your needs.
- Bill Forecast Alerts: Get notified when your bill is projected to be higher than usual.
- Budget Billing: Spread energy costs evenly throughout the year.
Customers may qualify for bill assistance:
- California Alternate Rates for Energy (CARE): 20 percent or more discount on gas and electricity for income eligible customers.
- Family Electric Rate Assistance (FERA): 18 percent discount on electricity for households of three or more.
- Medical Baseline Program: Help for residential customers who depend on power for certain medical needs.
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