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OK, so 2021 is off to a bumpy start in a number of ways. But hiding under that not-so-silver lining are a number of exciting developments here at EBCE.
- EBCE's first renewable energy project is complete and is operating. The 192 megawatt Rosamond Central solar project in Kern County, California commenced operation on January 5, with 112 megawatts dedicated to serving EBCE. Watch a flyover video of the project here.
- EBCE's Board of Directors set a target of providing our nearly 1.7 million East Bay customers with 100% clean power by 2030 - a full 15 years before the state’s energy standard. Details here.
We hope that's some comforting news! More positive developments below, so read on!
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At their December 16 meeting, EBCE's Board of Directors approved another round of grants to local COVID-19 relief efforts. This brings EBCE's total funding of local COVID-19 relief efforts to over $2 million in 2019. Recipients include:
- Children's Hospital Oakland: $50,000
- Alameda County Health System: $50,000
- Meals on Wheels of Alameda County: $50,000
- Alameda County Community Food Bank: $50,000
- Washington Hospital (Fremont): $15,000
- St Rose's Hospital (Hayward): $15,000
- Axis Community Health (Livermore): $15,000
- TBD food bank in Tracy selected in consultation with city: $5,000
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JOB OPENING: Clerk of the Board
EBCE is seeking to hire a Clerk of the Board reporting to the Board of Directors and CEO. The Clerk of the Board provides administrative support for the EBCE Board of Directors, Committees, and agency constituents. Details here (PDF).
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Wouldn't it be cool if someone made a website with all the latest info about energy-efficient electric appliances, and how to get local rebates for them? The Switch is On is that.
EBCE has partnered with the Building Decarbonization Coalition, PG&E, and numerous local CCAs and local governments to create The Switch is On campaign. Appliances for heating/cooling, water heating, cooking, back-up power, and BBQing replace the natural gas combustion appliances in your home, improving your indoor air quality while maintaining comfort. They are efficient, modern, and best of all can be powered from the clean, renewable energy EBCE provides!
Shopping for a heat pump water heater? Homeowners may qualify for up to $2,000 in local incentives thanks to an EBCE/BayREN matching offer, as well as other state and federal rebates and credits. The Bay Area Regional Energy Network, a regional provider of energy efficiency solutions, is offering financial incentives if you switch your gas appliances to these high efficient electric alternatives.
Find out more about these clean power appliances, financial incentives to reduce the cost, and locate contractors to help you install them at the Switch is On website: switchison.org.
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Join EBCE's Community Advisory Committee
The 2021 application period is now open. EBCE is seeking to fill five vacant and 10 alternate service area seats. If you are interested in being a Community Advisory Committee (CAC) Member or Alternate, please complete this application: Community Advisory Committee Application before 5:00 pm on Monday, 2/15/2021. Details about the CAC are here.
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EBCE proudly sponsors another webinar in this series
On Wednesday, January 27th at 12pm PST, join OhmConnect Co-Founder & CRO Matt Duesterberg for a livestreamed recording of Watt it Takes, Powerhouse's monthly podcast featuring the founding stories of the most innovative companies in clean energy and mobility. The leader in residential demand response, OhmConnect pays users to save energy during peak hours on the grid. Reserve your spot here.
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Community Advisory Committee | 1/19 at 6 pm | Link
Board of Diretors | 1/20 at 5 pm | Link
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