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The news feed for STHN CAL GAS 6 A PR (SOCGP) focuses on developments at Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas), the gas distribution utility whose preferred stock series includes SOCGP. SoCalGas describes itself as the largest gas distribution utility in the United States, serving more than 21 million consumers across approximately 24,000 square miles of Central and Southern California, and is a subsidiary of Sempra.
Investors following SOCGP can use this page to track SoCalGas news that may be relevant to the utility’s operations, regulatory environment, and community activities. Recent press releases include recurring announcements of regular quarterly dividends on SoCalGas preferred stock and Preferred Stock, Series A, which encompass the preferred series associated with SOCGP. These dividend declarations provide direct information on cash distributions approved by the SoCalGas board of directors for its preferred stockholders.
Beyond dividends, SoCalGas news highlights energy-efficiency programs, renewable natural gas procurement under California’s SB 1440, and community initiatives such as wildfire recovery support, small business assistance, hunger relief efforts, and STEM education partnerships. These updates illustrate how the company is engaging with regulatory programs, responding to climate and energy policy in California, and working with local organizations.
Because SoCalGas operates in a regulated environment overseen by the California Public Utilities Commission, company news often intersects with regulatory decisions and policy developments that can influence its long-term outlook. By reviewing the SOCGP news stream, readers can monitor official SoCalGas communications that may inform their understanding of the utility’s risk profile, strategic initiatives, and ongoing ability to support preferred stock dividends.
Southern California Gas Company (NYSE:SRE) said its four regional underground storage fields helped SoCalGas and SDG&E customers avoid over $120 million in natural gas costs during Winter Storm Fern (Jan 23–31, 2026). The system withdrew more than 8 Bcf, supplied nearly 60% of peak demand, and Aliso Canyon provided about 30% at the peak.
SoCalGas substituted locally stored gas bought months earlier at about $3/decatherm versus market prices near $30/decatherm, reducing customer exposure to volatile spot markets.
Southern California Gas Company (SRE) declared regular quarterly preferred dividends of $0.375 per share for both Preferred Stock and Preferred Stock, Series A. Payable July 15, 2026 to holders of record on June 10, 2026.
This announces the dividend amount, payment date, and record date for preferred shareholders.
SoCalGas (NYSE:SRE) will provide safety, energy-affordability, and reliability resources at the World Ag Expo on Feb. 9, 2026, with staff answering customer questions and sharing bill-assistance and energy-efficiency information.
The company will highlight pipeline safety (call 811 before digging) and showcase onsite microgrid and combined heat and power (CHP) solutions developed with BSD Builders, including 10 active development projects designed for fuel-flexible continuous power for critical facilities. The SoCalGas booth is at the corner of H and Median Street; visit socalgas.com for details.
Southern California Gas (SRE) and two other utilities petitioned the California Public Utilities Commission on Feb 4, 2026 to remove the CPUC requirement that utilities complete a 5% hydrogen blending demonstration before recommending a systemwide blending standard.
The petition cites new global research and operational data showing low‑level blends up to 5% are safe, while the CPUC's 5%–20% demonstration requirement would remain in place. SoCalGas notes one of its proposed demonstrations (the 5% project) would not be completed if the petition is approved.
Southern California Gas Company (SRE) declared regular quarterly dividends for its preferred stock and Preferred Stock, Series A of $0.375 per share. The dividends are payable on April 15, 2026 to shareholders of record as of March 10, 2026.
SoCalGas (NYSE:SRE) responded to Southern California Edison filing cross-claims in the Eaton fire litigation on Jan 16, 2026, saying Edison named more than a dozen defendants including SoCalGas.
SoCalGas said it will vigorously defend its operating response to the emergency, review the cross-complaint, and pursue recovery from Edison for damage to SoCalGas infrastructure through all available causes of action. The company also said it has insurance, including wildfire insurance, and intends to seek coverage for damages and defense costs, including pending Palisades-related lawsuits by individual plaintiffs.
SoCalGas reiterated that employees worked to restore service to thousands of customers and that it coordinated with local and state officials on repairs and safe restoration.
Southern California Gas Company (NYSE:SRE) declared regular quarterly dividends for its preferred shares of $0.375 per share for both Preferred Stock and Preferred Stock, Series A.
The dividends are payable on January 15, 2026 to shareholders of record as of December 10, 2025.
Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas) has announced its regular quarterly dividend declaration. The company will pay $0.375 per share for both its Preferred Stock and Preferred Stock, Series A. The dividends will be distributed on October 15, 2025, to shareholders of record as of September 10, 2025.
SoCalGas (NYSE:SOCGP) reported significant achievements in its energy efficiency programs for 2024, helping customers save over $95 million on utility bills. The company's initiatives resulted in savings of 50 million net therms of energy, equivalent to the annual natural gas consumption of 125,000 California homes, while avoiding 260,000 metric tons of CO2 emissions.
Through its Marketplace and GoGreen programs, SoCalGas facilitated nearly $67 million in facility and appliance improvements. The company's water conservation efforts saved over 1 billion gallons of water in 2024, with an expected lifetime savings of 11 billion gallons. SoCalGas manages over 70 energy-efficiency programs and engaged with more than 2 million customers in 2024.
[ "Customer savings of over $95 million on utility bills in 2024", "Energy savings of 50 million net therms, equivalent to 125,000 homes' annual usage", "Facilitated $67 million in facility and appliance improvements", "Water conservation efforts saved over 1 billion gallons in 2024", "Engagement with more than 2 million customers through various programs", "Received ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Award and Climate Registry's Organizational Leadership Award" ]SoCalGas (NYSE:SOCGP) has donated $75,000 to the Pasadena Chamber of Commerce Foundation to support small businesses affected by the Eaton Fire in Altadena, California. The funds will help cover essential expenses including relocation, equipment replacement, and operational restart costs for eligible businesses in the 91001 ZIP code area.
This initiative follows SoCalGas's previous $400,000 contribution to the YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles in January for Eaton Fire response. The company has successfully restored natural gas service to nearly 16,000 customers in the Eaton and Palisades fire areas. Business owners can apply for grants through the Pasadena Chamber Foundation website, with awards being determined jointly by the Pasadena Chamber Foundation and Altadena Chamber based on need and proposed fund usage.