February 2020 Update

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What is emitting the most greenhouse gas in our community?

If the breakdown shown below was not what you expected, you are not alone. Many people are surprised when they find out what sources are responsible for the largest carbon emissions.

* http://www.vitalsigns.mtc.ca.gov/greenhouse-gas-emissions

Understanding this information is important. It can help us work together as a community to take the actions that will be most effective toward reducing emissions and fighting global climate change. But there is misunderstanding about the sources of GHG. In particular, many people underestimate... continue reading

$10 Million to increase energy resiliency

In January, the Peninsula Clean Energy Board of Directors approved a three-year, $10 million energy resiliency strategy aimed at addressing problems created by Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) events and natural disasters.  PSPS events occur when PG&E decides it is necessary to turn off electricity in certain areas due to dry conditions, gusty winds, and a heightened fire risk. Power outages can put lives at risk, cause significant economic impacts, and generally disrupt operations. They can also increase greenhouse gas emissions and worsen local air quality when diesel generators are used for backup power.  Our energy resiliency programs will help our customers withstand and recover from these electric service disruptions. Our strategy focuses on three areas:  1. Backup generation for medically fragile residential customers 2. Community-scale emergency response centers outfitted with energy resiliency 3. Critical facilities including fire, police, and hospitals

Programs will begin rolling out later this year. For more information visit:

Energy resiliency

Support San Mateo County’s transition to renewable energy Help San Mateo County transition to 100% renewable energy by upgrading your electricity to ECO100. For only about $4-5 more per month, the average home can have 100% renewable energy from solar and wind. This is one of the most cost-effective ways to support the growth of clean energy in our community. Upgrade to ECO100 or call 866-966-0110 Get $35 for your old fridge or freezer Have an old refrigerator or freezer hogging energy in your home? By properly recycling your fridge or freezer, you’ll save money on your energy bill and help prevent potent greenhouse gases from escaping into the atmosphere and contaminants from getting into the landfill. Here’s how: 1.  Schedule your FREE pick up online or call 888-646-2196 2.  Your working fridge or freezer will be picked up from your home 3.  You’ll receive a $35 check! Visit our Refrigerator Recycling Program for more information. Schedule your pickup

Volunteer to help the environment this Earth Month

Teach fellow residents about Peninsula Clean Energy at outreach events, and how they can do more to make an impact. We are hosting a training session where we will coach you on basic messages about Peninsula Clean Energy, our new initiatives, and learn a hands-on craft for kids. From there, you can schedule which events you would like to attend throughout April. Dinner will be provided. Please help us spread the word to interested community members!

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*Volunteers should be 18 or older, have good verbal communication skills, enjoy working with kids, be responsible and professional in their demeanor, and have their own means of transportation to events.

New employee spotlight

Michael Arnaldo Digital Marketing Specialist Michael is responsible for the operations side of our digital marketing communications. He produces the website, newsletter, emails, social media, and is responsible for marketing database operations. Michael has over 10 years of digital marketing experience. Prior to Peninsula Clean Energy, he was a Digital Consultant for iHeartRadio & Entercom Communications supporting 6 radio stations in the Bay Area.

Join our team Do you want to do more to fight climate change? Peninsula Clean Energy is hiring: Regulatory Analyst Manager, Distributed Energy Resource Strategy To learn more about this position, visit Join our team.

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