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More than 361,000 customers were at least one month behind on their energy bills as of January 2024, which represents 26% of their residential customer base.

San Diego Gas & Electric is joining Californias other utilities in proposing a “flat rate” pricing structure for electricity, but it’s so far getting a thumbs down from Republican legislators.

SDG&E VP estimates that the company is charging 100,000 electric vehicles in San Diego County which he says is the highest concentration in California.

Advocates and a lawmaker challenge profits, prices and rates. SDG&E and Sempra say they give back to the community in many ways.

Transportation problems, cold weather and low storage have all contributed to higher gas bills.

Newsom wants the feds to investigate California's high natural gas prices. The price spike prompts protests in front of SDG&E, while others call for City Council to hold hearings.

From the local level to the federal level, Californians are demanding answers as to what is driving dramatic price hikes for natural gas.

San Diego homeowners found postcards in their mailboxes Monday; a notification that water and sewer rates are about to increase.

The hydrogen hope: SDG&E proposes blending hydrogen into natural gas system to reduce emissions. The $15.1 million project includes a partnership with UC San Diego.

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