Learning Bundle 28 | October 2021
As we conclude energy awareness month and quickly approach the end of yet another interesting year, we want to highlight the opportunities that are still present for you all! From planning grants to webinars to community led clean energy strategies, take a look below to see what can be beneficial for you and your community.
SoCal Gas Planning Grants to Support Climate Adaptation and Resiliency
In 2021, SoCalGas will award three grants of $50,000 through a competitive process. An advisory panel of planning and sustainability experts will select the winning applications from across Southern and Central California. Local governments that are participating in vulnerability assessments, climate adaptation and resiliency plans, or updating their local hazard mitigation plans to address climate adaptation through their General Plan process are eligible to apply.
PG&E Public Agencies and GK12
Another bonus fast chat in the books! SJVCEO hosted another Fund-It Fast Chat for all our PG&E public agency partners. We were joined by Lou Jacobson (of course) who led the conservation on Willdan’s GK12 program and what comprehensive projects can be done. Click here to access the full fast chat and the associated resources.
For PG&E Residents- Vlog Series Part 2 is HERE!
We just wrapped up the latest PG&E Vlog this week! Part 2 has arrived and for this edition, we are covering PG&E Residential Rate options. We know that every household is on a different schedule and has different needs, so we want to share the available options for you all! Click on the link here to check it out! Additionally, if you missed Part 1- click here!
SoCalREN Multifamily Program Opportunity!
The SJVCEO and the SoCalREN Multifamily Program have exciting opportunities for our partners in the Valley and the High Desert. The goal of this partnership is to help multifamily communities reduce energy use and provide a more comfortable, safer living environment for tenants through property improvements and upgrades. From assisting property owners, to contractors, to tenants occupying the buildings, we are to help you all save energy! Click here to learn more!
PG&E’s EV Charge for Schools
Prioritizing clean energy transportation solutions and Under Assembly bills 1082 and 1083 and California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) Decision 19-11-017, PG&E is administering this program in conjunction with SCE, SDG&E and Liberty Utilities The purpose of the program is to provide charging infrastructure at school facilities and educational institutions in support of California’s electrification goals. Click here to access a breakdown of the program!
Financing Energy Efficient Buildings: What to Know Before you Sign
EPA’s Energy Star has an upcoming webinar opportunity for public sector stakeholders! Attendees will learn the ins and outs of how to finance energy efficiency projects at public sector, commercial and industrial buildings. The webinar will review key considerations managers should make while comparing financing options, tax strategies, and energy goals. Register here!
SoCalREN’s Metered Savings Program
Here in the San Joaquin Valley, the City of Lindsay is moving forward with utilizing SoCalREN’s Metered Savings Program on a project at their Wellness Center! This comprehensive approach reduces the complexity of multi-measure projects, allowing for deeper savings with speedier project completion. Click here to learn more about the program to see how you can save through this SoCalREN program.
Fostering Equity Through Community-Led Clean Energy Strategies
Decision makers within local governments- as well as states and utilities- have the potential to take more equity-centered, community-engaged approaches to clean energy decision making processes, implementation, and accountability. Read the latest report from ACEEE here!