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SoCalREN Multifamily Program Mashup: How It Works

Now that we have covered the opportunities with the SoCalREN Multifamily Program, the Whole Building Pathway, and the Comprehensive Common Area Approach, how does the program work? How do you actively participate and receive services from the SoCalREN team?

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SCE Post Time of Use Transition: What's Next?

Today, most eligible SCE customers have transitioned to either Time of Use rate (TOU-D 4-9pm or 5-8pm) and we are back with a follow-up video to help customers adjust to their new structure and give some quick tips to help save!

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PG&E | Continuing through Time of Use

At this point in time, most eligible residential customers have automatically transitioned to the Time-of-Use rate plan unless they selected another rate plan. As a side note some residential customers were not included in the automatic transition, though they can still select their preferred rate plan.

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Got Grants | May Edition

Got Grants has arrived for May! Check out the 3 opportunities that we have highlighted for this month below

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SoCalREN Multifamily Program Mashup: Whole Building Program Pathway

During this week’s mashup, we are diving into Part 2 which will cover the first program pathway that a property can utilize upon enrollment, the Whole Building Program pathway. Click the clip below to see if this approach is best for your property!

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Technology Tuesdays: Using Technology to Save Money This Summer

This is the first summer season where new peak rates have been implemented across all sectors and all California utilities, meaning, peak time is from 4pm to 9pm as opposed to the old timeframe which was noon to 7pm. It is never too late to take a look at your buildings to be sure you are ready for those hot summer months and to be sure they don’t break the bank!

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April 2022 Spotify Industry Series: MONEY

Wu-Tang had it right when they noted that Cash Rules Everything Around Me because the ability to move a project forward almost always comes down to the money. Whether the project is grant funded, self funded, financed, or free money makes the EE world turn.

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SCE: Can You Dig It?

If your spring and summer projects involve planting new shrubs or installing new fencing, call 811 first! SCE's experts will mark underground lines on your property, so you can dig safely and confidently. Call 811 to schedule your free appointment!

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Technology Tuesdays: Where Are All the Electric Trucks?

Earth Day is coming up on Friday and it is such a special time of the year. It is special because we have the opportunity, to take a moment to appreciate the Earth and all of the wonderful things it offers us each day. We also have the opportunity to educate people on the things we can do to help preserve our resources.

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PG&E and SJVCEO | Vlog Series Finale!

You can now access the finale of our vlog series with PG&E to learn ways you can utilize bill protection, save on the TOU rate, or see other rate plans that can work for you!

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Got Grants | April Edition

This month we have four different grant funding opportunities that are all centered around promoting an equitable workforce and opportunities for underrepresented communities, see more below!

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Technology Tuesdays: Building Electrification

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.

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March Spotify Industry Series | PROJECT TEAMS

It’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.

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A Home Resource for You!

While 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!

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SCE | Community Safety during Wildfire Season

As 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!

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PG&E | TOU plus Y-O-U!

As 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.

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Technology Tuesdays: Heat Pump Water Heaters

The 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?

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