Utility Asks FERC to Skip Part of Annual Fuel Report
Published Date: 5/29/2026
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Summary
Pacific Gas and Electric Company asked FERC to skip part of the 2026 fuel and energy purchase questions on Form 580. This affects companies that report energy buying practices and could change how they share info with FERC. If you want to speak up or join the discussion, you’ve got until the comment deadline to jump in!
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PG&E Seeks Partial Form 580 Waiver
On May 21, 2026, Pacific Gas and Electric Company asked FERC for a partial waiver to skip part of the 2026 FERC Form 580 interrogatory about fuel and energy purchase practices. If you are a company that files Form 580, this request could change how you must share information with FERC and may reduce reporting for the filer. Interested parties must file protests or motions to intervene by 5:00 p.m. Eastern on June 11, 2026 to participate.
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