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PSEG’s newsroom is your source for the latest news about PSEG’s vision to power a future where people use less energy, and it’s cleaner, safer and delivered more reliably than ever. From stories highlighting our ESG efforts to those highlighting our infrastructure improvements, you’ll find it all here.

LATEST NEWS

June 30, 2024 - Mark Bonamo of NJ Now speaks with Calvin Ledford, Jr., President of the PSEG Foundation, about the Foundation’s partnership with Sesame Workshop, the Little Neighbors initiative, and how to inspire young children to learn the importance of being engaged with their community by helping others and working together.

Inspiring Young Children

June 30, 2024

Mark Bonamo of NJ Now speaks with Calvin Ledford, Jr., President of the PSEG Foundation, about the Foundation’s partnership with Sesame Workshop, the Little Neighbors initiative, and how to inspire young children to learn the importance of being engaged with their community by helping others and working together.

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NJ Utility Company Proposes Lower Gas Bills For Customers

June 21, 2024

PSE&G officials filed a proposal with the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities that, if approved, will lower bills by 6.1 percent. The change would go into effect on Oct. 1.

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U.S. News Names 8 NJ Companies Among ‘Best’ For Employees

June 17, 2024

U.S. News & World Report released its second annual Best Companies to Work For list, which highlights publicly traded companies across the U.S. that “best meet employee needs.” PSEG was named one of the companies among the best in the Northeast.

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Last year, Matt Dortch Storekeeper, Oakland gas at PSE&G received a call that changed his life: his house was on fire and his 39-week pregnant wife had just escaped with only their dog and the clothes on her back. They lost everything and five days later, they welcomed a new son. With the help of the PSEG Employee Crisis Fund, the Dortch’s mortgage and living costs were taken care of while Matt focused on rebuilding his house – and life.

PSEG Celebrates NJ Family’s ‘Resiliency In Face Of Hardship’

June 11, 2024

Last year, Matt Dortch, Storekeeper, Oakland gas at PSE&G received a call that changed his life: his house was on fire and his 39-week pregnant wife had just escaped with only their dog and the clothes on her back. With the help of the PSEG Employee Crisis Fund, the Dortch’s mortgage and living costs were taken care of while Matt focused on rebuilding his house – and life.

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Energy Companies Are Paving the Way to a Greener Garden State

June 10, 2024

PSEG is one of the 10 largest electric companies in the US. Our vision is to power a future where people use less energy, where energy is cleaner, safer and delivered more reliably than ever before. To meet this mission, we have several key initiatives in place, including working on a $511M Infrastructure Advancement Program (IAP), supporting clean energy, and providing job training and opportunities in the clean energy workforce.

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[Photo Credit: Cynthia Cumming - TAPinto.net]  June 7,2024The Technology and Engineering Department at West Orange High School received a $10,000 Sustainable Jersey/PSEG grant on May 29 for a “SustainaTree” project in conjunction with Dive Designs, a 3D printing company.

West Orange High School Receives $10,000 Sustainable Jersey/PSE&G Grant

June 7, 2024

The Technology and Engineering Department at West Orange High School received a $10,000 Sustainable Jersey/PSEG grant on May 29 for a “SustainaTree” project in conjunction with Dive Designs, a 3D printing company.

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Press Releases

PSEG Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend for the Third Quarter of 2024

July 15, 2024

(July 15, 2024 – Newark, NJ) The Board of Directors of Public Service Enterprise Group (NYSE:PEG) today declared a $0.60 per share dividend on the outstanding common stock of the company for the third quarter of 2024.

PSE&G's Energy Efficiency Programs Are Now Projected to Save $484M and Avoid Approximately 1.6M Metric Tons of Carbon Emissions Annually

July 9, 2024

PSE&G’s latest report on its Clean Energy Future Energy Efficiency (CEF-EE) initiatives indicates a continuation of positive results from programs implementation through March 31, 2024. Over 380,000 customers have taken action to save energy and money through PSE&G’s suite of energy efficiency programs.

PSEG To Announce Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results On July 30

July 2, 2024

Public Service Enterprise Group Incorporated (PSEG) will host its second quarter 2024 earnings call at 11:00 a.m. ET on Tuesday, July 30, during which management will discuss second quarter financial results, financial guidance, capital investments, regulatory activities, and other important matters.

PSE&G is Prepared for Heavy Rain and Strong Winds

June 26, 2024

PSE&G is prepared for possible thunderstorms that could bring gusty winds and rain throughout its service area Wednesday into Thursday. The weather system could bring hazardous wind gusts (40 to 50 MPH) across the service area — enough to potentially topple trees, bring down branches on wires and cause outages. We encourage customers to take the time now to prepare - know how to stay safe before, during and after a storm and know how to report an outage before it happens.

Public Engagement Process Commences for Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project

June 17, 2024

PSEG today announced the public engagement process, including the launch of a website and public information sessions, for the Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project (MPRP), a 500,000-volt (500 kV) transmission line designed to respond to growing electric needs in Maryland and the surrounding region.

PSE&G Proposes Lowering Gas Bills by 6.1%, Effective Oct. 1

May 31, 2024

PSE&G today filed proposals with the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU) that will lower gas bills for its residential customers by 6.1%, effective Oct. 1, 2024.

“This is an opportunity to lower our gas supply rate, providing our customers with a little bill relief and helping to maintain affordability,” said Dave Johnson, vice president Customer Care & Chief Customer Officer. “We’re pleased that we will continue to have one of the lowest gas rates in the state.”

PSE&G, Harrison First Responders Conduct Gas Emergency Response Exercise

May 21, 2024

PSE&G is committed to maintaining a safe gas distribution system. As part of our commitment, the utility today partnered with first responders from Harrison in a safety exercise that simulated a gas emergency.

PSEG Foundation Accepting Applications for 10th Annual Neighborhood Partners Program with New $1.2 Million Grant Milestone

May 15, 2024

In a continued effort to sustain community partnerships and encourage local ingenuity, the PSEG Foundation is opening applications for the 10th year of its annual Neighborhood Partners Program (NPP). The Foundation is proud to announce a total of $1.2 million in grant funds available for eligible 501(c)(3) organizations, marking a 20% increase from last year's $1 million. Eligible nonprofit organizations must submit applications by June 30, 2024. Grants ranging from approximately $500 to $15,000 will be awarded.

PSE&G, Montclair First Responders Conduct Gas Emergency Response Exercise

May 6, 2024

PSE&G is committed to maintaining a safe gas distribution system. As part of our commitment, the utility today partnered with first responders from Montclair in a safety exercise that simulated a gas emergency.

PSE&G Shares Tips for Customers and Communities to Become Earth Heroes

April 22, 2024

Public Service Electric & Gas Co. (PSE&G), the largest utility in New Jersey, today announced four steps customers and communities can take to be “Earth Heroes” in observance of Earth Day on April 22. This initiative builds on PSEG’s “Earth Heroes Work Here” campaign, emphasizing the role we all play in preserving the environment.

PSEG To Announce First Quarter 2024 Financial Results On April 30

April 9, 2024

Public Service Enterprise Group Incorporated (PSEG) will host its first quarter 2024 earnings call at 11:00 a.m. ET on Tuesday, Apr. 30, during which management will discuss first quarter financial results, financial guidance, capital investments, regulatory activities, and other important matters.

PSE&G's Energy Efficiency Programs Projected to Save $445M and Avoid Approximately 1.5M Metric Tons of Carbon Emissions Annually

April 4, 2024

PSE&G’s latest report on its Clean Energy Future Energy Efficiency (CEF-EE) initiatives indicates a continuation of significant accomplishments from programs through December 31, 2023.

PSEG Notifies NRC of Intention to Seek 20-Year License Renewals for South Jersey Nuclear Plants

April 3, 2024

PSEG subsidiary PSEG Nuclear, LLC, has notified the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) of its intent to seek subsequent license renewal (SLR) for the Salem Generating Station (Salem), Units 1 and 2, and Hope Creek Generating Station (Hope Creek), which collectively produce nearly half of New Jersey’s electricity and 85% of the state’s carbon-free generation. The three generating stations are co-located on one site on the Artificial Island in Lower Alloways Creek Township, Salem County. 

PSE&G Wins 2024 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year Award for Sustained Excellence

March 26, 2024

Today, Public Service Electric and Gas Company (PSE&G), New Jersey’s largest utility with 2.4 million electric customers and 1.9 million gas customers, has received the ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Award for Sustained Excellence in the Energy Efficiency Program Delivery category from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy. This award is granted to states, utilities, regional energy efficiency nonprofit organizations, associations and other organizations for sponsoring energy efficiency programs to improve the efficiency of products, homes and buildings within their community or territory.