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 [...]
Clear Skies Ahead! Join the Clean Transportation Revolution
Tackle air pollution and pave the way for a sustainable transportation future with: ● Green transportation options such as biking, public transit, carpooling, and electric vehicles. ● Local resources to support your sustainable transportation journey. California is home to 7 of the top 10 U.S. cities with the worst air pollution, but collectively, we have [...]
How New Tech and Infrastructure are Making EVs Better than Gas
Learn what to expect when purchasing an electric vehicle (EV) including: ● An average range of 234 miles, ● Annual fuel and maintenance savings, and ● Charging stations at grocery stores, parking garages, workplaces, and hotels along your route. EVs and their infrastructure have come a long way in providing a reliable alternative to fossil [...]
8 Electrifying E-Bike Rides Around the Bay Area
In this blog post, we’ll unveil e-bike rides that will take you on electrifying adventures around the Bay Area. The Bay Area is a cyclist’s paradise with breathtaking landscapes and scenic coastlines. By exploring the region with an e-bike, you can cover more ground and see amazing sights with ease. [...]
Why You Should Consider an E-Bike
This post offers a one-stop-shop for your e-bike needs: ● Benefits of choosing an e-bike ● Ways to lower the cost of an e-bike ● Where to purchase an e-bike It’s estimated that over half of all trips taken in the U.S. are less than three miles long. Before you hop in your car [...]
How to Charge Your EV for Less
This blog covers the following strategies to lower the cost of EV charging: ● Charging during off-peak hours ● Finding free or low-cost charging stations ● Choosing an energy efficient EV ● Using the MCE Sync app Saving money on fuel is one of the many benefits of driving an EV. With the right charging [...]
Bay Area Drivers Receive Over $1 Million in EV Rebates from MCE
Local electricity provider supports low-income drivers FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 6, 2023 MCE Press Contact:Jenna Tenney, Manager of Brand Communications(925) 378-6747 | communications@mceCleanEnergy.org SAN RAFAEL and CONCORD, Calif. — Local clean energy provider, MCE, has distributed over $1 million in income-qualified electric vehicle rebates since December 2019. These rebates help Bay Area drivers take [...]
Electrify Your Fleet With These Offerings
In this article we’ll explore electrification programs and incentives to help fleet managers: ● Swap out old vehicles for electric models● Install charging infrastructure Buses and light-duty fleet vehicles make up around 21% of vehicles on the road and more than a quarter of transport-related emissions. Transportation authorities and local governments across California [...]
EV Charging for Your Marin County Property
To support the development of additional EV charging stations at affordable housing properties in Marin, MCE is offering: ● 100% free EV chargers for qualified properties● Full project management, technical assistance and installation support● EV training and education for staff members and tenants MCE is working to create equitable communities by building a clean [...]
How to Travel Sustainably this Holiday Season
Over 47% of Americans plan to travel this holiday season, and 91% of long-distance holiday travel is by car. Cut your holiday travel emissions by: ● using MCE's income-qualified rebates to upgrade to an EV before you travel; ● planning your charging route before you go with EV road trip resources; or ● renting an [...]