Deter

In an attempt to deter other utilities in the state, Californiaregulators Nov. 5 slapped a $1.68 million fine on Pacific Gas andElectric Co. for allowing an unregulated energy services affiliateto violate newly created state rules earlier this year governingthe use of the parent company name and logo. The PG&ampE utilitycompany expressed disappointment and vowed to appeal the decision,which requires the penalty be paid out of shareholder funds.