MCE’s 2020 Energy Efficiency Report
In support of MCE’s mission to reduce electricity-related greenhouse gas emissions, we offer a variety of energy efficiency programs to help our customers reduce their electricity bills, improve the comfort of their homes, and decrease their carbon footprint. In 2020, MCE worked with a wide range of customers, from multifamily property owners and their tenants, [...]
How to Save Energy If You Work from Home
Many of us have been working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic. Staying home might save you money on transportation, but it can also mean a higher home electricity bill. Here are some tips to help you take control of your energy consumption and minimize your electric bill during these trying times. 1. Choose your [...]
Energy-Saving Tips for Renters
Saving money and decreasing your carbon footprint are two of the many reasons to conserve energy at home. There are many ways that you can practice energy conservation as a renter that don’t involve making large energy efficiency modifications to your property. Here are some simple energy-saving suggestions for any renter. Report Leaky Faucets and [...]
Fuel Switching to Lower Your Carbon Footprint
Looking to reduce your carbon footprint and save energy? Consider fuel switching. Saying goodbye to gas appliances is one of the best ways to help the environment and increase the energy efficiency of your home. Electric appliances have come a long way and their performance now often exceeds gas models. Here are some of the [...]
7 Tips to Reduce Your Winter Energy Bill
When the colder months approach each year, you may notice an uptick in your electric bill. Heaters, holiday decorations, and family gatherings can add to your energy use. Use the following tips to save energy and take control of your electric bill this winter. 1. Reverse your ceiling fans. Reverse the direction of your ceiling [...]
MCE’s Strategic Energy Management Program
MCE’s Strategic Energy Management (SEM) Program helps participants reduce annual energy usage by up to 15% through the implementation of no-cost and low-cost savings opportunities. Geared toward large facilities, SEM is a long‐term approach to energy efficiency that focuses on identifying opportunities for energy savings and setting goals to track progress and report results.SEM provides [...]
Five Easy Ways to Save Energy
Is your energy bill getting higher? It’s common to see a rise in your bill during the colder and darker months as we start heating our homes more frequently, keeping the lights on for longer, and preparing big holiday meals. You can still do all of those things while saving energy and cutting your [...]
MCE Partners with the Greater Richmond Interfaith Program
MCE’s Workforce Education and Training (WE&T) team is proud to announce the completion of our first in-field mentorship session. The team met with contractors installing a state-of-the-art heat pump water heating system at the Greater Richmond Interfaith Program (GRIP) shelter in Richmond. GRIP seeks to help stabilize low-to-moderate income residents in the West Contra [...]
Community Partnerships Bring Additional Resources to Vulnerable Communities
The Marin Community Foundation (MCF) is committed to supporting local efforts that help low-income Marin residents easily access the information, incentives, and services that are necessary for comprehensive, integrated home improvements, that can positively impact health and well-being, and that can result in energy savings. MCF has recognized MCE's efforts in this area with a $164,000 [...]
This Halloween, Beware of Energy Vampires
As Halloween approaches, are energy vampires attacking your home? Appliances that drain energy even when they’re not in use, like computers, televisions, microwaves, and space heaters, can use almost 10% of your energy consumption. You can save a couple hundred dollars a year by slaying these energy vampires this spooky season. Identify Your Vampires [...]