SAN FRANCISCO
PG&E offers programs, tools and tips to benefit customers with students’ distance learning
The back-to-school routine has never looked more different this year with kids staying home on computers and tablets due to distance learning mandates.
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) reminds customers about programs and tips available to help save energy and money.
Back-to-School (at Home) Energy Saving Programs and Tools
- Energy Saving Programs: PG&E third-party programs offer a range of services to support energy efficiency needs and help customers save money. Some are offered at no-cost and there are programs available to owners and renters. To learn more visit https://www.pge.com/partnerprogram
- PG&E’s Marketplace: compare and shop for energy-efficient appliances and electronics to reduce electric costs and find the right model to meet specific household energy needs. To learn more visit www.marketplace.pge.com
- Smart thermostat rebates of up to $100 are available for qualifying products when replacing a current thermostat with a smart device. The new device can save up to $390 on cooling and heating costs as well as increase comfort. To learn more visit www.pge.com/smartthermostats
Back-to-School (at Home) Energy Saving Tips
- Plugging electronics into a power strip provides a convenient “turn-on/turn-off” point, so products are only on when in use. Unplug computers, appliances and equipment when not using them.
- Adjust the display on the television. Bright display modes are often unnecessary for homes and use a considerable amount of energy.
- If you turn your ceiling fan on when using the air conditioner, you can raise your thermostat about 4°F to save on cooling costs with no reduction in comfort. Turn off fans and lights when you leave the room. Fans cool you, not the room.
- Minimize the number of times the refrigerator is open and don’t leave the door open for prolonged periods of time. The average refrigerator is opened 33 times a day (and much more if you have teenagers at home).
PG&E offers a variety of financial assistance programs to low-income customers, including those who recently lost their jobs and are receiving unemployment benefits. Our assistance programs include California Alternative Rates for Energy (CARE), the Family Electric Rate Assistance (FERA) program, the Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) program and payment plans.
PG&E customers also have multiple rate plan options and can view a personalized rate plan comparison at pge.com to help determine if there is a more appropriate rate plan for their household.
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WASHINGTON D.C.
Thompson launches 2020 Congressional Student Leadership Council
Today Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-05) announced he is now accepting applications for his 2020 Student Leadership Council, open to high school students in California’s Fifth Congressional District. Launched in 2019, the Student Leadership Council is a chance for local students to learn more about their government and develop leadership skills.
“One of the most inspiring parts about representing our district is getting to know the incredible young people who live here and will be our next generation of leaders. It’s on all of us to work to support them and give them the tools they need to thrive and grow,” said Thompson.
Applications for Thompson’s 2020 Student Leadership Council are open until Friday, September 25. More information on the Council and how to apply can be found at https://mikethompson.house.gov/congressional-student-leadership-council.
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