Building electrification is definitely a popular buzz word these days. However, as with most buzz words, people use them without fully understanding the meaning. In this case, people sometimes use the term “building electrification” without fully understanding its impacts. Let us start with the definition of building electrification.
Read MoreIt’s one thing to find success as an organization but another entirely to be a part of a winning team. This month we’re not just talking about Team SJVCEO, but project teams—groups representing varying interests and constituents to create something bigger, something better, something like…Voltron.
Read MoreWhile we have shared a few home emergency resources to you all from our Investor Owned Utility partners, please see the latest “Ultimate Home Emergency Preparedness Guide” for you to reference during a power outage, weather emergency, or another event. See below for a few highlights and click here for the full article!
Read MoreAs California continues to experience a year-round fire season, SCE wants to make sure communities are informed and prepared as they implement their Wildlife Mitigation Plan. To support residents, SCE hosted a variety of virtual events to provide communities with information about Public Safety Power Shutoff protocol, how to best prepare for emergencies, and receive an overview of SCE customer programs and services. See a few of the meetings below according to the community you live in!
Read MoreAs many of you may know, last year the SJVCEO partnered with PG&E to develop a virtual “Vlog Series” to enhance customer awareness on rate options, utility resources, and the time of use transition. Before addressing TOU, we were able to sit down with PG&E and discuss resources and rate options that customers have to best suite their household.
Read MoreThe best explanation of how a heat pump water heater works, that I have seen, I found on energy.gov, “To move the heat, heat pumps work like a refrigerator in reverse.” This is a great visual but what exactly does it mean?
Read MoreSCE provides year-round care coordination in partnership with 211. Care coordination helps customers with Access and Functional Needs (AFN) develop a resiliency plan and enroll in eligible assistance programs.
Read MoreCheck out the latest updates from SCE regarding saving on your monthly energy bill with the Time of Use rate transition. Additionally, please find some tips with financial resources and debt relief programs.
Read MoreHowever, with the seemingly never-ending safeguards and security protocols that we deal with on a daily basis, it seems that the most fundamental aspect of our security rarely gets the attention it deserves. I am referring to our energy security.
Read MoreOur March 2022 Edition of Got Grants is here!
Read MoreI am excited for another opportunity to celebrate this month and to share experiences with you all. Over the years, in the spirit of Black History month, we have celebrated African American individuals that have greatly impacted our communities and also talked about the importance of celebrating Black History Month. Last year’s article talked about why representation matters and why it is important for us to tell our own story. This year, I would like to expand upon one of the ideas initially touched upon in last year’s article and explore its impact on all of our futures.
Read MoreThe Annual California Climate & Energy Forum is officially on the calendar for this year! The forum (previously known as SEEC) is taking place on September 21 - 22, 2022 in person in San Diego!
Read MoreLet’s talk about renewable energy! It seems as though everywhere we look there are solar arrays popping up. While that is encouraging. One thing that is more encouraging than this is the price for renewable energy.
Read More“SCE will celebrate the organizations and companies who advance the efforts and contributions of the African American communities. Join community and civic leaders, business owners, cultural icons, and SCE leadership for an event that includes community organization exhibitors, entertainment, energy education, and celebration of the Edison Scholars program. In addition, SCE will present awards to organizations in the categories of Community Partnership, Diversity, and Clean Energy Champion.”
Read MoreEven though SCE’s COVID-19 emergency response measures have ended, they continue to provide financial support to customers. Need help finding the right assistance program? Take a look below at the options available now!
Read MoreA comprehensive and up-to-date listing of eligible energy efficiency and renewable incentives at the state level? Yeah, us too.
Read MoreFor many of our Valley communities (Fresno, Kern, Kings, Madera, Merced, and Tulare) February is THE month that we have been waiting for! Many of these counties are currently going through the PG&E Residential Time of Use transition. If you have not checked it out yet, visit SJVCEO’s YouTube channel for a full detailed overview on the transition.
Read MoreIn the realm of energy efficiency, we talk about lighting… A LOT! It seems to be the EE measure that just won’t go away. I believe lighting will always be a pertinent part of the overall EE conversation and will continue to see advances in both the technology itself as well as how we utilize it.
Read MoreOur latest edition of #GotGrants has arrived. From Cal Fire to clean water, see below for February’s opportunities to capture some funding options for your communities!
Read MoreThe new year is well underway, and we started out this year with a discussion about smart buildings. As I have said before, we have covered just about everything “smart,” and I would like to wrap up that topic with one more concept: smart manufacturing.
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