Tag: sustainable energy
Monterey Bay Community Power – Why wasn’t I given the choice?
For those who were not aware that Monterey Bay Community Power was finally becoming operational in July and August for most PG&E residential customers, a new charge of about $30 for “Monterey Bay Community Power Electric Generation Charges” on the monthly PG&E bill was met with surprise, skepticism and some questions. These questions range from “What is Monterey Bay Community Power and why am I getting charged for it?” to “Why wasn’t I given a choice to participate with this new utility company before I started getting billed for it?”
Monterey Bay Community Power begins residential service in July
The vision of Monterey Bay communities buying their electricity from a local, publically-owned utility that sells only carbon-free energy from renewable sources will become a reality this July. Monterey Bay Community Power (MBCP) will begin selling 100 percent “green” energy to residential customers on July 1st, and the bill from this new utility company will be incorporated into the regular bill from PG&E.
Details of local power start-up promise cheaper rates, more control
There has been much debate on how to get greener, cheaper power and not pay the profits of an investor-owned utility. However, soon, for most residential customers this will actually become a reality when the Monterey Bay Community Power gets switched on in July.
San Lorenzo Valley High School senior wins Congressional Art Competition
When it comes to her artistic talents, Claire Hamilton is a winner. Her recent piece of art, “Hearts at Rest,” won multiple awards at...
