SCE provides residential customers with multiple resources to save each month on their energy bill. Whether it is specific EE products or programs that you can enroll in, SCE is sure to take care of their customers and provide options to help save.
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However, do not allow yourself to become desensitized to it but rather take a look at what is being done both in public sector leadership as well as private sector leadership to address this issue. We can use these as signals to think about what changes can be made on the smaller scale to support these efforts.
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How come after more than a year of opining our locked down way of life we struggle to move out of it?
Read MorePG&E’s financial assistance programs offer solutions for paying past-due energy bills now, and additional support programs that provide guidance on reducing household expenses in the future.
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EVITP.org training for state-certified electricians to be trained to install electric charging stations is available now!
Read MoreAs we wrap up wildfire safety week and are quickly approaching wildfire season, it is imperative to stay educated and prepared to maintain the safety of yourself and your community! See below on some resources, tips, and updates from SCE on how they are getting ready to tackle this wildfire season.
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Come one, come all! Welcome to SJVCEO’s newest blog series #GotGrants. This monthly blog series will highlight 3-5 grant opportunities that can range from funding your next venture at your wastewater treatment plant to a statewide tree planting program. Keep your eyes peeled for the latest update the first week of each month. Without further ado- please find our first round of grants below and check back next month for more #GotGrants!
Read MoreLocal understanding of the issues rural communities face is an important factor for the development of a Regional Energy Network and associated programs. The County is excited to be a part of this effort with the Rural Hard to Reach Working Group in bringing more access and savings to our community while meeting the State’s climate, energy, and sustainability goals in a valuable and meaningful way.
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We have talked about innovation in battery backup and the energy efficiency and resiliency benefits to having battery backup to compliment your solar PV system. However, we have not fully discussed the limits of battery backup.
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As SJVCEO’s workforce development efforts continue to progress forward, we decided that it was time to narrow the scope a bit. Since we cannot solve all the issues we have addressed over the last few months, we have separated our efforts into three main categories that we want to pursue. These three groups are not at all the only ones that need to be targeted for workforce development efforts, but we feel like these are most prevalent in our communities and what we as an organization can work towards progressing.
Read MoreOver the last month, we have been busy coordinating data requests and proposing project opportunities to our partners. Though these times have been busy, we are excited to see our partners still engaged in energy savings as we come out of a COVID-19 economy.
Read MoreIf you are able to manage your energy habits, Southern California Edison has an excellent option for YOU! Southern California Edison's (SCE) Time-Of-Use plans may be the best fit for your home. Rates on a TOU plan are based on the time of day and the season.
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Unless you are living under a rock, I am sure you are aware of the California statewide initiative to electrify all buildings, including residential. I am sure you are also aware that one of the most common objections people have to electrifying their homes is they do not want to give up their natural gas cooktops.
Read MoreGetting comfortable while saving energy and money is always a win-win. Realizing how easy it can be is even better! Use PG&E’s helpful tips, tools, and programs to manage your bill, explore ways to save, AND choose the best rate plan for you and your household!
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Just last week our partners at Southern California Edison and Edison International announced the implementation of a new scholarship program, the Lineworker Scholarship, “to help increase diversity in skilled trade.”
Read MoreEnergy needs vary depending on climate and the type of business you are in! Some of business customers choose to generate their own energy during peak demand when rates are higher. Renewable sources are available for environmentally conscious customers. Cogeneration, or combined heat and power – is another option to service needs for business customers with high thermal energy.
Read MoreA REN can deliver more than energy efficiency, it can be a trusted local resource that supports resilient and healthy communities.
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Have you ever picked up a carton of milk and wondered, what is the difference between homogenized milk, pasteurized milk, and ultra-pasteurized milk?
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This one is just for us, because why not?
Read MoreWith a Time-Of-Use (TOU) plan, you can take advantage of lower rates during certain times or days. That means if you can follow a few easy guidelines, you can reduce your expenses, save energy, and even help the environment. How do TOU plans work? In a TOU plan, electricity prices go up during the times that demand for energy is the highest! Check out ways to increase those savings below!
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