Portland General Electric
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About Portland General Electric
Portland General Electric Co is an equity in the USA market. The price is currently 42.08 USD with a change of -0.37 USD (-0.01%) from the previous close. The latest open price was 42.57 USD and the intraday volume is 865,254. The intraday high is 42.7 USD and the intraday low is 41.65 USD. The latest trade time is Friday, August 8, 23:15:00 UTC.
Portland General Electric (PGE) is a fully integrated, investor-owned utility headquartered in Portland, Oregon. Established in 1888, PGE has grown to serve approximately 950,000 customers across 51 cities in Oregon, making it the state's largest utility provider.
Generation Facilities
The company operates a diverse mix of generation facilities including:
- Hydroelectric power plants
- Wind power plants
- Natural gas power plants
- Coal power plants
- Solar power plants
These facilities have a combined generating capacity exceeding 3,500 megawatts. This extensive infrastructure enables PGE to meet the energy needs of customers while committing to sustainability and renewable energy sources.
Clean Energy Commitment
PGE is dedicated to advancing a clean energy future for Oregon. The company has set ambitious targets in line with the state's decarbonization goals, including an 80% reduction in emissions by 2030 and achieving 100% clean energy by 2040. As of 2025, approximately 45% of PGE's electricity comes from non-carbon emitting sources, although natural gas remains the largest source of generation.
Customer Service and Recognition
PGE is recognized for exceptional customer service. It was ranked the number two utility in the nation for customer experience in the Forrester Customer Experience Index (2021). Additionally, it is one of the most trusted energy companies in the nation according to the Escalent Brand Trust Survey (2021).
Leadership in Renewable Energy
The company leads in voluntary renewable energy programs, operating the nation's number one program of this kind. PGE was the first utility to commit to "The Climate Pledge" and is developing the nation's only utility-scale wind, solar, and battery energy generation site. This effort solidifies its role in advancing clean energy solutions.
Location and Service Territory
The company's headquarters are located in Portland, Oregon. Its service territory covers 51 cities, including major urban areas such as Portland, Salem, and Eugene. This extensive coverage ensures PGE plays a pivotal role in powering Oregon's communities and supporting the state's economic growth.
Locations:
- Hillsboro, OR, USA