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 about the utility’s proposed rate increases for 2027 through 2030. The forums will be held both virtually and in person, providing customers an opportunity to comment on PG&E’s General Rate Case (GRC) application.
PG&E submitted its GRC on May 15, 2025, requesting CPUC approval for a revenue increase of $1.24 billion, or 8 percent, over 2026 levels, resulting in a total of $16.6 billion in revenues. If the proposal is approved as filed, the typical residential customer’s combined natural gas and electric bill would rise by about 3.6 percent in 2027 compared to 2025.
The CPUC will review PG&E’s proposal to determine if the requested increases are justified and in the public interest. The process is part of a regular four-year review that examines the utility’s costs, investments, and service levels for its electric and natural gas systems. Costs related to wildfire mitigation, fuel purchases, and the operation of the Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant are not included in this proceeding and are addressed separately.
The public forums are scheduled for October 22 and 23, 2025 (virtual), and November 7, 2025 (in person, in Fresno, California). Customers can participate remotely via webcast or phone, or attend the in-person session at the Hugh Burns State Building in Fresno. Those joining by phone will be able to make verbal comments, while webcast viewers will have access to audio and video but cannot speak.
The CPUC encourages customers to attend and provide input on how the proposed rate changes could affect their utility bills, service quality, and local communities. Specialized accommodations, such as interpretation services, are available with advance notice.
“No official action will be taken on this matter at the Public Forums,” the CPUC stated.
Written comments can also be submitted online at any time, and all forums will be recorded and archived for future viewing.
The CPUC regulates services and utilities in California, with a mission to protect consumers, safeguard the environment, and ensure access to safe and reliable utility infrastructure and services. More information is available at www.cpuc.ca.gov.
