Cooler days and longer nights are here, bringing fresh opportunities to save energy and stay connected to your community. From easy fall energy tips to local events and inspiring stories that light the way toward a cleaner future, we've got plenty to share this season.

Here's what you can expect to find in this newsletter:

• Fall energy saving tips
• Electrification in action: E-bike Commuter Grant
• SCP news and advocacy updates
• Upcoming SCP events
• Holiday light adventures

Fall energy tips.

As the weather cools, small changes can make a big difference in your home's comfort and energy use. Set your thermostat to 68°F when you're home, open curtains during sunny days to let in warmth, and seal any drafts around windows and doors. 

Click below to read more energy tips.

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Pedaling toward a cleaner commute.

SCP's E-bike Commuter Grant is helping local workplaces make sustainable transportation easier than ever. Businesses like Greenacre Homes & School, Open Door Insurance, and Brooktrails Township Community Services District are empowering employees to ride electric bikes for their daily commutes, reducing emissions and promoting healthier lifestyles. Read more at the link below.

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SCP news and updates.

Advocacy in action
We're proud to launch our new Advocacy webpage, showcasing SCP's efforts to champion clean energy and equity-focused policies at the local and state levels. Learn how we're using our voice to shape a more sustainable energy future for everyone. 

Coming Spring 2026: The SCP Impact Fund
We're developing a new way to invest in local projects that advance clean energy, resilience, and community well-being. Stay tuned for more details about how the SCP Impact Fund will empower our communities to lead the way in sustainability.

Join us for these SCP events.

Art@SCP Reception
Join us on Saturday, October 25 from 1-4 PM at our Santa Rosa business office for the closing reception of Ghosts of Electricity, the latest Art@SCP exhibit featuring local artists exploring the intersection of art, energy, and community. RSVP through the link below.

Workshop Wednesday: Watt's the Charge?
On the 2nd Wednesday of every month, allow us to help demystify your energy bill. Held at SCP's Customer Center from 1:00 - 2:00 PM, bring your most recent bill (or check in early to have one printed for you), and we'll walk you through each line item, plus share info on payment assistance, energy-saving programs, and rebates. The next workshop will be held on Wednesday, November 12.

Plan your holiday light adventures early.

Sonoma Botanical Garden: Gardens Aglow 
Experience the magic of the season at the first annual Gardens Aglow, December 5-21, where thousands of twinkling LED lights illuminate the night. Stroll through dazzling light displays, sip hot chocolate by the fire, and enjoy festive music under the stars. Tickets go on sale October 15. Click "Gardens Aglow" in the link below.

Mendocino Botanical Gardens: Festival of Lights
Celebrate the holidays by the sea at Festival of Lights, returning for its 15th year of whimsical displays. Wander through glowing garden pathways, enjoy hot drinks and sweet treats from November 28 - December 21. Learn more by clicking "Festival of Lights" below.

Luther Burbank Center for the Arts: Northern Lights
Brighten your winter evenings with Northern Lights: A Winter Lights Art Walk, a free, family-friendly outdoor experience featuring illuminated art installations by local creators. Open nightly from dusk to 9:30 PM, November 20 - January 19. See more details by clicking "Northern Lights" below.

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