Did Y'all Know? | September 2025
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Ever wonder if your building is making the grade? Our recent "What's That Fast Chat" episodes tackle energy benchmarking and California's AB 802 statewide energy reporting mandate. First, we break down energy benchmarking as your building's report card, showing how this tool uncovers hidden costs, guides smart upgrades, and verifies project savings. Our follow-up episode addresses AB 802 in a simple way, covering who needs to report, how the process works, and common pitfalls to avoid! Both episodes transform complex requirements into actionable insights, helping you see your buildings in a whole new light while providing practical resources to elevate your energy management game.
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Energy efficiency serves as a cornerstone for California's public sector, delivering dual benefits of cost reduction and enhanced public services. When government buildings, schools, and public facilities optimize their energy use, they significantly reduce waste and lower utility bills, ultimately freeing up valuable funds for essential community programs while supporting California's climate goals. Our comprehensive guide in this month’s “Efficiency in Focus” showcases the extensive landscape of available programs across the Investor Owned Utilities (IOUs) and Regional Energy Networks (RENs).
Whether you're managing a single facility or overseeing an entire district, these programs transform energy efficiency from a compliance requirement into a strategic opportunity for long-term savings and community leadership.
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When public agencies embrace energy efficiency, they don’t just cut their utility bills—they spark a revolution. Every dollar saved on electricity and gas is a dollar that can flow back into community programs, better services, and economic development that transforms lives. The public sector has a unique power that other customer segments simply can’t match: the ability to turn energy savings into direct community benefit. When a city reduces its energy costs, those savings become funding for parks, libraries, and public safety. When a school district upgrades its lighting and HVAC systems, the money saved goes straight back to education. This is the revolutionary potential we see every day working with public agencies across California—from our partnerships with SoCalREN helping over 700 agencies complete 550+ projects, to our work with cities like Lindsay turning efficiency savings into community investments. This month’s playlist celebrates that revolutionary spirit with anthems of change, transformation, and the power to overturn the status quo.
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It seems that in recent years, all anyone can talk about is water heating. These conversations have centered on heat pump technology, tankless water heating options, and determining which technology is best suited to different applications. The concern I frequently hear from partners is that there is limited information available about these technologies, particularly regarding their performance in various applications. However, this assessment is simply untrue. As our partners are debating the differences and benefits of each technology, we would like to provide some insight and resources to help along the way.
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SoCalREN and SoCalGas offer powerful programs designed specifically for California's public sector—and there's likely a perfect fit for your organization! Whether you're managing a school district, leading a city government, or operating any public agency, these programs provide accessible pathways to energy efficiency and cost savings. The options span from convenient direct install programs that handle upgrades from start to finish, to comprehensive energy management solutions that deliver long-term, sustained results. No matter your agency's size, budget, or energy goals, there's a tool ready to help you succeed. Explore some of the standout programs below and discover how easy it is to start saving energy and money today!
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Are you a CCEW-enrolled local government partner looking to boost your team’s skills in energy-efficient building operations? Don’t miss the final Building Operator Certification (BOC) Fundamentals course of 2025! This 100% virtual training helps participants improve building system performance—often leading to measurable energy savings.
Upcoming Start Date:
📅 November 5, 2025
Cost Breakdown:
💲 Standard: $1,450
💲 PG&E Discounted Rate: $795 (for eligible local governments)
🎓 CCEW Scholarship: Covers the remaining $795 — making the course FREE for the first 7 confirmed CCEW partner registrants!