Earth Day 2024: A Recap of MCE’s Green Events!
What an amazing Earth Day it was! MCE joined the fun across Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, and Solano counties, spreading eco-love and making a positive impact. Under the 2024 Earth Day theme "Planet vs Plastics," many events emphasized reducing plastic pollution through awareness and action. In 2024, MCE attended more than 10 Earth Day [...]
New Solar Project Powers Up in Tomales, California
MCE and partner Renewable America unveil 1 megawatt solar farm FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 16, 2024 Press Contact:Jenna Tenney, Manager of Communications and Community Engagement (925) 378-6747 | communications@mceCleanEnergy.org SAN RAFAEL and CONCORD, Calif. — MCE has partnered with Renewable America to bring online another 1 megawatt of [...]
MCE Unveils Enhanced Budget for Fiscal Year 2024/25: Elevating Energy Affordability and Community Initiatives Without Rate Increase
MCE is stepping into its new fiscal year on April 1, 2024 with a focus on keeping energy prices stable while providing community benefits. The rising cost of energy, driven largely by PG&E’s increases for transmission and distribution, are a major concern of MCE’s customers and Board of Directors. In response, MCE is standing strong, [...]
#BecauseOfYouth Spotlight: Liliana Karesh
The #BecauseOfYouth Spotlight series highlights young environmentalists in MCE’s service area who are leading the fight against climate change. Liliana Karesh (she/her) is a dedicated youth climate advocate and co-president of Napa Schools For Climate Action (NS4CA). Liliana plays a vital role in the group by coordinating projects within Napa County. Motivated by the [...]
#BecauseOfYouth Spotlight: Allison Bencsik
The #BecauseOfYouth Spotlight series highlights young environmentalists in MCE’s service area who are leading the fight against climate change. Allison Bencsik (she/her) is a Co-President of Napa Schools For Climate Action (NS4CA). Inspired by a presentation by Jim Wilson, Napa Climate NOW! leader, Allison joined the fight against climate change. Engaging at local, state, [...]
#BecauseOfYouth Spotlight: Paulina Viera Zambrano
The #BecauseOfYouth Spotlight series highlights young environmentalists in MCE’s service area who are leading the fight against climate change. Napa native Paulina Viera Zambrano (she/her) has always had a passion for the natural environment. Encouraged by her teacher, she became an active member of the Napa Sierra Club Group, participating in community events and [...]
#BecauseOfYouth Spotlight: Justin Vilaysouk
The #BecauseOfYouth Spotlight series highlights young environmentalists in MCE’s service area who are leading the fight against climate change. Justin Vilaysouk (he/him) is a youth climate leader for the City of Richmond, where he actively contributes to a cleaner future as part of Earth Team. Justin and his team enhance the city's environmental health [...]
Local Electricity Provider, MCE, Invests $44 Million in Diverse, Small, and Local Businesses in 2023
Investment supports small, micro, woman–, minority–, LGBTQ+–, and disabled–veteran–owned businesses FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 11, 2024 Press Contact:Jackie Nuñez, Bilingual Communications Manager (925) 695-2124 | communications@mceCleanEnergy.org SAN RAFAEL and CONCORD, Calif. — As MCE, California’s first community choice energy provider, makes progress on its mission to fight climate change, small, and diverse businesses [...]
Green on the Go: Top Tips for the Sustainable Traveler
Are you planning a spring break get-a-way? Check out MCE’s top tips for sustainable travel, from choosing cleaner transportation, to supporting local businesses. Take your green travel to the next level! Find Eco-Friendly Transportation Travel by train, bus, or even carpool with your friends in an EV. MCE's EV smart charging app, MCE [...]
Green Spring Cleaning: Reduce Your Carbon Footprint
If you’re looking for ways to start your spring cleaning, consider solutions to reduce your energy consumption and choose renewable energy! From easy upgrades to simple swaps, there are lots of little ways to tidy up your carbon footprint for a feel-good start to spring. Reduce Your Usage with Energy [...]