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Need Support Paying Your Energy Bill? These Programs Can Help.

Energy bill relief programs can help you reduce your monthly bill or get help with late payments. Learn about program eligibility, offerings, and how to apply. With the onset of cooler winter weather, many people experience increases in their energy bills.  Cold weather and darker skies can cause your home energy usage to climb. Balancing [...]

By |December 5th, 2023|MCE News|

Job Training for Underserved Youth Builds a Better Bay Area

Local youth join new construction trades academy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 4, 2023 Press Contact:Jackie Nuñez, Bilingual Communications Manager (925) 695-2124 | communications@mceCleanEnergy.org SAN RAFAEL and CONCORD, Calif. —Job growth is strong in the green building sector and is expected to expand. A new academy [...]

3 Steps to Master Time-of-Use for Lower Winter Electric Bills

In this blog post, we'll guide you through three steps to navigate Time-of-Use rate plans and keep your winter electricity bills in check: ● Know your peak hours ● Shift high-energy activities to off-peak hours ● Monitor and adjust your energy use Using energy during certain times of day when power is cheaper is [...]

How Can We Prepare our Electric Grid for California’s Decarbonized Future?

California is at the forefront of tackling climate change, with groundbreaking policies such as achieving 100% zero-carbon and renewable energy by 2045 (SB 100, 2018), and transitioning to exclusively zero-emission new car sales by 2035 (Executive Order N-79-20). According to the California Air Resources Board, achieving these goals will require tripling the grid’s current clean [...]

‘Tis the Season for Going Green: Upcoming Events to Celebrate Community and Sustainability

Discover engaging events taking place across MCE communities this holiday season! These events offer opportunities to venture outdoors, connect with nature, and participate in activities that positively impact our environment. Join us in contributing to a more sustainable tomorrow this fall and winter! Party for the Planet - Save Mt. Diablo Saturday, [...]

Bay Area Communities Drive the Future of Clean Transportation with $1 Million Department of Energy Grant

MCE leads regional zero-emission transportation planning for underserved communities FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 6, 2023 Press Contact:Jackie Nuñez, Bilingual Communications Manager (925) 695-2124 | communications@mceCleanEnergy.org SAN RAFAEL and CONCORD, Calif. — Local electricity provider, MCE, has received a $1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to develop a strategy for transportation [...]

MCE Supercharges Climate Goals, Reaching 95% Greenhouse Gas-Free Goal Nearly Two Decades Early

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 30, 2023 Press Contact:Jackie Nuñez, Bilingual Communications Manager (925) 695-2124 | communications@mceCleanEnergy.org SAN RAFAEL and CONCORD, Calif. — Local clean electricity provider, MCE, is reaching an important milestone years ahead of state targets. As of 2022, MCE’s standard 60% renewable Light Green energy service is more than 95% greenhouse [...]

How EV Drivers Can Charge Smart With The Power of The Sun

MCE’s smart EV charging app, MCE Sync, allows you to charge smarter by using the power of the sun. Take advantage of clean energy and keep dollars in your pocket by: ● Scheduling charging outside of peak hours ● Charging midday with solar power Solar power is one of the most cost-effective renewable energy [...]

Higher Winter Energy Bills? Natural Gas Could Be The Culprit

Natural gas may be the reason for your rising winter energy bills. ● Home heating during colder months leads to increased natural gas consumption. ● Going electric can provide stability to your household budget. ● Support is available to help you reduce your monthly energy bill and get caught up on late payments. As the [...]

California Assemblymember Damon Connolly Receives MCE’s 2023 Climate Action Leadership Award

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 23, 2023 Press Contact:Jackie Nuñez, Bilingual Communications Manager (925) 695-2124 | communications@mceCleanEnergy.org SAN RAFAEL and CONCORD, Calif. — On October 19, 2023, local electricity provider, MCE, honored Assemblymember Damon Connolly, District 12, with its 2023 Climate Action Leadership Award recognizing his unwavering commitment to confronting climate change and the [...]