Consolidated Statements Of Cash Flows (Parenthetical) - Pacific Gas And Electric Company [Member] - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Cash Flows from Financing Activities
Net issuances of commercial paper, discount	$ 3	$ 2	$ 2
Proceeds from issuance of long-term debt, net of premium, discount, and issuance costs	$ 27	$ 14	$ 18

The cash inflow from borrowings payable greater than 12 months, net of premium, discount and cash paid to third parties in connection with debt origination

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