Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PCG-PH) is a utility provider responsible for the generation, transmission, distribution, and sale of electricity and natural gas to a diverse clientele across northern and central California in the United States. The company sources its electricity from a varied portfolio, including nuclear, hydroelectric, fossil fuel, and solar (photovoltaic) installations. Additionally, PG&E is actively developing a personal microgrid backup power transfer meter device for its customers, designed for full integration with its existing SmartMeter infrastructure.