Time-of-use transition & bill protection
The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has directed the transition of residential customers from the E-1 (Tiered) Rate to a Time-Of-Use (TOU) rate. California is advancing toward a clean energy future by purchasing energy from renewable sources such as wind, solar, and hydroelectric. Implementing time-of-use rates is another important step to move the State more quickly to 100% carbon-free energy.
Time-of-use is important
Electricity demand peaks in the evening when solar generation tapers off and people start to cook/use household appliances. To provide for this dramatic increase in demand, typically fossil fuel power plants are used. With time-of-use rates, electricity is priced higher during this peak period, but lower during the rest of the day.
Benefits of time-of-use rate plans:
- Lower electricity rates during off-peak (19 hours each day)
- More control over your energy bill to reduce costs
- Greater use of renewable energy and a reduction in carbon emissions
- A path to a cleaner and healthier energy future
You have a choice
Every home is unique. When deciding which rate to choose, consider your lifestyle and when your household uses the most electricity. You have the option to:
- Do nothing and remain on the E-TOU-C, the time-of-use (peak pricing 4-9 p.m. every day) rate plan, risk-free*
- Choose a different TOU rate plan (visit pge.com/TOUchoice for a rate comparison)
- Consider moving to a rate that is not time of use by calling PG&E at 1-800-743-5000 or visiting pge.com/toubp.
E-TOU-C:
Peak pricing 4-9 p.m. every day
The E-TOU-C time-of-use rate plan has different prices for energy based on the time of day. Peak pricing is 4-9 p.m. every day, which is when electricity demand is highest. Prices are lower during off-peak times when overall electricity demand is lower. You will save more by shifting your energy use, such as running the dishwasher and doing laundry, to the off-peak period.
*Try it risk free
Try the E-TOU-C rate plan for the first 12 months with automatic bill protection. If you pay more on the generation portion of your electric bill than you would have on your current rate plan, Peninsula Clean Energy will credit you the difference at the end of the first 12 months. If you decide you are not satisfied on this rate plan, you can switch to another rate plan at any time, and you will still be eligible for bill protection for the months that you were on the TOU rate plan.