Learning Bundle 29 | November 2021

Before we dive into the festivities of Thanksgiving week, we wanted to provide you all with some key resources to wrap up November. From a program that educates students on the benefits of EE to virtual event opportunities for public agencies, we have got you covered! Take a look below to learn more.

Join SoCalGas in Achieving CA’s Net Zero Climate Goal
California’s goal is to reach 100% carbon neutrality by 2045 and SoCalGas will be instrumental in helping our state get there. SoCalGas released The Role of Clean Fuels and Gas Infrastructure in Achieving California's Net-Zero Climate Goal – a study showing the essential role clean fuels like RNG and hydrogen can play in our energy future. Read the full report here and a summary here!

SoCalREN | EE Program Opportunity for Schools!
The SoCalREN Kits for Kids Program introduces third and fourth-grade students from participating schools to energy efficiency. Students perform an interactive scavenger hunt and receive energy-efficient items at no cost that can help their families save money and improve their comfort and safety at home. Participation includes each household installing the energy-efficient items from the kit in their home. Each enrolled classroom is eligible to receive a $1,000 grant, if 65% of students install the energy-efficient items and provide proof of installation. Enroll today!

Fund-It Fast Chat
Our monthly Fast Chat for November covered the Small Community Drought Relief Program! If you missed it, click here to access the full webisode!

California State Water Board: Relief Funding
The Dec. 6 deadline is nearing for community water systems to apply for $$ relief to cover drinking water debt from the Covid relief period. Need help w/ your application? Click here to visit CA State Water Board’s website or request assistance at: http://bit.ly/WaterDebtTA

Virtual Electric Program Investment Charge (EPIC) Symposium
Register now for the EPIC Symposium on December 14-15 to learn how California is leading the decarbonized energy transformation. The need for rapid, deeper decarbonization and enhanced reliability is clear – California is already experiencing the impacts of a changed climate. At the two-day event, industry experts, researchers, and policymakers will share their insight and perspectives on emerging technologies and novel approaches! Learn more here!

Ready-to-Go: State and Local Efforts Advancing Energy Efficiency
This toolkit provides a resource for local and state governments and their partner organizations as they prepare to deploy current and future federal funding opportunities. It presents noteworthy energy efficiency programs from various cities and states that might serve as models, alongside guiding principles for effective and equitable program development. Click here to read the full report and access the toolkit!

PG&E’s Energy Resiliency for Non-Residential Facilities
This prerecorded webinar provides an overview of energy resiliency, the importance of resiliency, technological solutions that work together to provide energy resiliency, and how to plan for resiliency in their buildings. Case studies will dive into the factors considered to develop an effective resiliency plan, while policy and utility program overviews will provide resources that can be leveraged when implementing energy resiliency solutions. Click here to access the webinar!

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