Thank you for helping during the heatwave!

Manager of Customer Operations Zae Perrin from MCE · 16 Sep 22

As climate change increases extreme weather events, we turn to electricity to help us stay comfortable. The above average temperatures from our recent heatwave meant above average air conditioning needs which peak between the hours of 4 and 9 pm. As solar stops producing in the early evening, we turn to fossil fuel-based generation to help meet these increasing demands. But when temperatures spike high enough, even these additional generation sources may not be enough to keep the lights on. Thank you for your efforts to conserve power and help California keep the lights on!

Continued Energy Conservation Needed

Manager of Customer Operations Zae Perrin from MCE · 9 Sep 22

JOIN YOUR NEIGHBORS AND CONTINUE TO CONSERVE ENERGY FROM 4-8 P.M.

California’s record-breaking heatwave continues to strain our energy grid. We’ve risen to the challenge and our collective energy conservation efforts have prevented the need for brownouts. However, today poses extra challenges with reduced power generation due to smoke and cloud cover. For our medically vulnerable neighbors, losing power has the potential to be incredibly unsafe and even life threatening in a matter of hours. The elderly can be less heat tolerant and may require refrigerated medication. Some of us also rely on electrically powered medical equipment like ventilators and electric mobility devices.

WHAT TO DO FROM 4-8 p.m.
-If health permits, turn your thermostat up to 78º or higher or opt for fans instead of a/c.
-Wait to do your laundry and dishes
-Unplug your electronic devices and wait to charge your EV if you have one
-Sign up for the Power Saver Rewards Program
to get rewarded for your energy conservation efforts (https://powersaver.pge.com/#eligible.)

Let’s continue to show the nation how Californians come together and prevent power outages to keep everyone safe.

For more tips, visit https://www.mcecleanenergy.org/4-9/
In the event that brownouts are needed, visit PG&E’s webpage
to see if your location will be affected. (https://www.pge.com/en_US/residential/ou...)

While we’ve been able to avoid brownouts to date, unfortunately, some have experienced power outages due to heat-related equipment failure.
View PG&E’s outage map to see if your location is affected. (https://pgealerts.alerts.pge.com/outagec...)

Questions? MCE is here for you. Reach out to us at
[email protected] or 1 (888) 632-3674 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Local Job Opening with MCE

Manager of Customer Operations Zae Perrin from MCE · 29 Jun 22

MCE is in search of its next Director of Public Affairs! Here are the details surrounding the position:

Director of Public Affairs- MCE

Community Development and Marketing & Communications

MCE supports a work-life balance. so, our positions have the option of being remote (based on business need), hybrid schedule (flex schedule), or entirely in the office. Office locations include Concord or San Rafael, California.
You Will be a Great Fit For this Position if:
You are an empathetic leader, tech-savvy, nimble, and are filled with genuine enthusiasm for tackling the climate crisis and building equitable communities.
You are a people person who builds deep, trusting relationships with your colleagues regardless of organizational hierarchy. You truly care about how your team is feeling and keep morale high because you prioritize employee happiness and wellbeing.
You’re an amazing communicator. You can hold an engaging conversation with anyone, from elected officials to business owners to neighborhood residents, explaining simple and complex topics, and can put yourself in others’ shoes to empathize with a variety of perspectives.
Your writing is absolutely top-notch. You’re a stickler for grammar, a creative, engaging storyteller, and your editing skills are sharp.
You are a creative problem solver – not one to shy away from complex challenges that require new thinking and a willingness to take chances. You contribute innovative ideas that build on data and analytics in order to meet business goals.
Who We Are
MCE provides renewable, locally controlled electricity service and cutting-edge energy programs to more than one million residents and businesses in 37 Bay Area communities across four counties: Marin, Napa, Contra Costa, and Solano. MCE offers more renewable energy compared to PG&E at stable and competitive rates, significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions and reinvesting millions of dollars in local energy programs. We are helping to solve the climate crisis and creating equitable, environmental, and economic community benefits. We are proud to be the first program of our kind in California and have been operational since 2010.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
MCE is a place where everyone can grow. We strive to build cohesive inclusive teams. So however, you identify and whatever background you bring with you, whatever your culture please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come to work every day.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive compensation package offered, based on candidate experience. Director of Public Affairs starting salary range: $157,711 – $211,941 along with generous benefits and perks, including fully paid premiums for health insurance, parental leave, dependent care subsidies, student loan repayment, employee wellness program.
To Apply:
To be considered for this position, please submit your resume. As candidates move through the recruitment process interviews will be conducted with multiple panels. Additional skills assessments may be required throughout the interview process. To Learn More
Interested applicants should submit their resume through LinkedIn Easy Apply. For questions reach out to Carol at [email protected]