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PG&E Corporation Announces Layoffs to Address Energy Demand and Cost Challenges

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
500
SHARE OF WORKFORCE
~1.8%
EFFECTIVE DATE
Oct 1, 2023
500 OF 28,010 EMPLOYEES

What we know

Location: California, USA.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

PG&E Corporation has announced layoffs affecting 500 employees as part of its strategy to manage increasing energy demands and rising costs. The layoffs are set to take effect on October 1, 2023, as the company seeks to streamline operations amid financial pressures. This decision reflects the ongoing challenges faced by the utility in balancing service reliability with economic sustainability. PG&E's workforce reduction is a significant step in its efforts to adapt to the evolving energy landscape in California.

PG&E Corporation cut 500 jobs as of October 1, 2023.

That is roughly 1.8% of the 28,010 people PG&E Corporation employs.

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LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff21 hours ago

PG&E Corporation cut 500 jobs on October 1, 2023. Were you affected, or do you know people who were? How was it handled — severance, notice, which teams? You can post anonymously below.

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Utilities · 28,010 employees
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EVENTS TRACKED
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AFFECTED SINCE 2023
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