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Business Context and Reporting Period

This Form 10-Q covers the quarterly period ended June 30, 2008, for PG&E Corporation (the holding company) and its primary subsidiary, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (the Utility). The Utility operates as a regulated public utility in northern and central California, providing electricity and natural gas distribution, generation, procurement, and transmission. The Utility serves approximately 5.1 million electricity customers and 4.3 million natural gas customers. Operations are primarily regulated by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).

Key Financial Metrics (Six Months Ended June 30, 2008)

Note: PG&E Corporation's consolidated figures include the Utility. The Utility's figures are stand-alone.

Material Changes vs. Prior Period

• Revenue Growth: Total operating revenues increased 12% year-over-year (Q2) and 12% for the six-month period. This was driven primarily by higher electricity and natural gas procurement costs passed through to customers, increased volumes of purchased power following the termination of a DWR contract, and higher base revenue requirements.
• Net Income: For the six months ended June 30, 2008, consolidated net income decreased slightly by 2% ($8 million) compared to the prior year. This was due to higher storm-related costs (January 2008 winter storm), increased refueling expenses at Diablo Canyon, and higher natural gas system maintenance costs, partially offset by a higher return on equity from increased capital investments.
• Cost of Electricity: Increased 32% year-over-year for the six-month period, primarily due to a 32% increase in purchased power volume and higher market prices.
• Operating Cash Flow: Increased significantly by approximately $1.0 billion compared to the prior year, driven by changes in collateral payable related to price risk management and higher billings to customers.

Guidance, Outlook, Risks, and Contingencies

Management Commentary and Outlook

• Capital Expenditures: The Utility expects total capital expenditures of approximately $3.7 billion for 2008. Significant projects include the SmartMeter advanced metering project, the Diablo Canyon steam generator replacement, and the Colusa Project (new generation facility).
• Financing Needs: The Utility expects to incur additional long-term debt ranging from $4.5 billion to $5.1 billion between late 2008 and 2011 to finance capital expenditures and replace maturing debt.
• Dividends: PG&E Corporation increased its quarterly dividend to $0.39 per share in February 2008.

Key Risks and Contingencies

• Disputed Claims: The Utility has a liability of approximately $1.7 billion for remaining Chapter 11 disputed claims from electricity suppliers. Approximately $1.2 billion is held in escrow. The final resolution and interest accruals remain uncertain.
• Environmental Remediation: The Utility has an accrued environmental remediation liability of $538 million. Future costs could increase to $895 million if other responsible parties cannot contribute or if contamination is more extensive than anticipated.
• Diablo Canyon Operations: Uncertainty exists regarding the installation of cooling towers required by potential new regulations. If installation is not feasible, the Utility may be forced to cease operations at Diablo Canyon, incurring a material charge.
• Regulatory Proceedings: Pending CPUC decisions include the recovery of costs for the SmartMeter upgrade, the electric distribution reliability improvement program ($2.3 billion request), and the Tesla Generating Station project ($850 million request).
• California Labor Code: The Utility has accrued $5.1 million for probable future payments related to missed meal periods, with an additional $24 million already paid. The ultimate loss is not estimable.

Investor Verification Checklist

• Disputed Claims Resolution: Verify the status of the $1.7 billion liability for Chapter 11 disputed claims and the timing of FERC/judicial proceedings.
• Regulatory Approvals: Monitor CPUC decisions on the $2.3 billion reliability improvement program and the $572 million SmartMeter upgrade request, as denial could impact cost recovery.
• Diablo Canyon Compliance: Track the outcome of the Supreme Court review regarding Clean Water Act Section 316(b) regulations and the potential requirement for cooling towers.
• Environmental Liabilities: Review updates on the $538 million environmental remediation liability, particularly regarding the Hinkley and Topock sites.
• Capital Expenditure Execution: Confirm the Utility's ability to execute its $3.7 billion 2008 capital plan within authorized revenue requirements.