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Utilities See Benefits in Energy Storage, Even Without Mandates
Sep 14, 2017
The following article was first published in Utility Dive on Sept. 12, 2017. Energy storage is moving into prime time for utilities concerned about the ability of their grids to handle intermittent resources.The... Read more
In Remembrance: 9/11 Attacks
Sep 11, 2017
Today, on the 16th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, we remember those who were senselessly killed, recognize all who survived and honor the sacrifices of first responders and recovery workers.
Microgrids: Small But Mighty
Sep 5, 2017
Editor’s Note: Over the past decade, SDG&E has been continually perfecting one of the first large, utility-scale microgrids in the United States—the Borrego Springs Microgrid—located in a... Read more
Heat Wave Prompts Energy Conservation Efforts Statewide
Sep 1, 2017
CAISO issues Flex AlertAs the heat wave is forecast to continue through Labor Day weekend, the California Independent System Operator (ISO) has issued a statewide Flex Alert today, Sept. 1, calling for voluntary... Read more
#10WeeksOfSummer: Managing a Power Grid
Aug 31, 2017
Every single day, the California Independent System Operator (ISO) works hard to manage the high-voltage transmission system that provides power to 30 million customers. In fact, the ISO grid is one of the largest in... Read more
SDG&E Activates Reduce Your Use REWARDS Program Tomorrow,...
Aug 30, 2017
Customers are encouraged to save energy to earn a bill creditSDG&E has called a Reduce Your Use Rewards event for tomorrow, Thursday, Aug. 31, due to continued hot weather throughout the region causing a rise in... Read more
California ISO Issues Statewide Flex Alert Due to Heat Wave
Aug 29, 2017
The following news release was issued by the California Independent System Operator today:Today, the California Independent System Operator (ISO) issued a statewide Flex Alert, calling for voluntary electricity... Read more
SDG&E Shares Tips on How to Beat the Heat
Aug 28, 2017
Enough electric resources have been secured to meet increased demandSAN DIEGO, Aug. 28, 2017 – As triple-digit temperatures approach San Diego over the next several days, San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E)... Read more
Construction Update: Sycamore to Peñasquitos Transmission Project
Aug 23, 2017
At SDG&E, enhancing the power grid is just one way we are working to becoming the cleanest, safest, most reliable energy company in America. With that in mind, we are currently making improvements to infrastructure... Read more
SDG&E Prepared for the "Great American Eclipse"
Aug 17, 2017
Company secures enough energy to power San Diego when solar generation expected to significantly dropSAN DIEGO, Aug. 17, 2017 – On August 21, during the mid-morning hours in San Diego, the moon will pass in front... Read more
Reliability: Point Loma Substation is Getting a New Look
Aug 1, 2017
Our mission is providing you with clean, safe and reliable energy. To do this we make improvements to our system throughout the year which includes upgrading existing substations to help meet the increasing demand for... Read more
#10WeeksofSummer: Behind the Forecast, SDG&E’s Weather Team
Jul 11, 2017
From wildfire threats to fierce winds and heavy rainstorms, weather can have the greatest impact on energy operations. At SDG&E, our goal is to deliver the cleanest, safest and most reliable energy to our customers... Read more
SDG&E Prepared to Meet Customers' Energy Needs this...
Jul 7, 2017
System conditions could lead to events that may require conservation from customersSAN DIEGO, July 7, 2017 – Today, San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) announced that sufficient electricity supplies have... Read more
Natural Gas Helping to Achieve Climate Goals
Jun 22, 2017
Natural gas is an essential part of everyday life in San Diego, fueling hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses with safe, reliable and clean energy. But did you know this important energy source is also critical... Read more
Energy Conservation Efforts Continue on Second Day of Flex Alert
Jun 21, 2017
As a result of rising temperatures, the California Independent System Operator’s (ISO) statewide Flex Alert continues today calling for voluntary electricity conservation from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m.Every year at SDG... Read more