Posts Tagged ‘Marin Clean Energy’
Sun raining jobs on Oakland, Richmond
Jobs data for Alameda and Contra Costa solar industry looks sunny, but challenges lie ahead.
Read MoreMayor highlights business, environment and council meeting improvements in his first 100 days
On April 23, new Richmond Mayor Tom Butt concluded his first 100 days in office. Butt, a longtime councilmember and Point Richmond architect, won the November election to replace termed-out former mayor Gayle McLaughlin, and took office in January. In politics, the first 100 days is considered an important period in which a new legislator…
Read MoreSolar power rises in Richmond, fuels job growth
Despite its reputation as an oil town, solar power in Richmond is growing. And it looks like it’s here to stay.
Read MorePG&E could market against MCE power in the future
Utility company Pacific Gas & Electric filed a letter with state officials this week retaining its right to “express its views” on alternative energy programs like MCE, Richmond’s new green energy provider.
Read More‘Green’ electricity program coming to Richmond
As the non-profit Marin Energy Authority prepares to take over as Richmond’s main electricity provider, residents face an important choice: whether to get their energy from the more eco-friendly MCE or opt to stick with their current provider, PG&E. Starting in July, PG&E customers in Richmond will be automatically switched over to MCE (formerly known…
Read MoreCouncil hears plans from Marin Clean Energy, foreclosure solutions firm; runs short on time
The Marin Energy Authority presented to the city council Tuesday night a plan to educate Richmond residents about their choices in switching to a new renewable electricity source. The nonprofit energy corporation plans to hold a series of meetings at neighborhood council meetings and houses of worship.
Read MoreMarin Clean Energy program to launch in Richmond
This past June, Richmond’s City Council voted to join the Marin Energy Authority, a nonprofit energy provider that derives its electricity from a minimum of 50% renewable sources.
This means that in July 2013, all Richmond residents will be automatically enrolled in the Marin Clean Energy Community Choice Aggregation program’s Light Green package.
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