Welcoming the new year.

The holidays may be over, but the new year always brings the magic of new possibilities. Whatever your resolutions are, we're here to cheer you on in 2024.

Start the year strong by revisiting some of the tools and tips in this newsletter to help you understand your energy bill and take control of your costs.

• Winter energy tips
• How to read your energy bill
• What are time-of-use rates?

Winter energy tips.

The chilly temperatures and early evenings of winter can increase the need for heating and lighting, causing energy bills to spike. To keep your electricity costs down, consider these helpful tips.

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Understanding your energy bill.

Still confused about the relationship between SCP and PG&E? You're not alone! This short video explains why you see charges from SCP and PG&E on your monthly bill if you are an SCP customer.
 
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Is a time-of-use rate for you?

By now, you have probably heard of time-of-use rates. So why are electricity providers and the state encouraging customers to switch? 

We'll explain how time-of-use rates reduce our dependence on fossil fuels and help you save money on your bill without necessarily using less energy.

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A happy holiday recap.

SCP dedicated the holiday season to fighting food insecurity and spreading cheer in our communities.

We made monetary donations to food banks in Mendocino and Sonoma counties, volunteered in person with Redwood Empire Food Bank and Food For Thought, adopted hearts through the Secret Santa program, sponsored the lighting of the Sonoma Plaza, and more.

SCP highlights from 2023.

Thank you for a fantastic year! Here are some of SCP's biggest wins.

Engagement

• 2,484 people visited our Energy Center.
• 532 students took field trips to our Energy Center.
• Over 7,000 customers signed up for GridSavvy Rewards alerts.
• We launched a telenovela-style series called Por El Mañana.
• We hosted 120 events at our Energy Center to educate customers about electrification, climate change, and energy savings.
• SCP conducted residential, transportation, and agricultural Community Needs Assessments.

Community

• SCP participated in a total of 185 community events.
• We made new connections with 41 community organizations.
• SCP staff volunteered over 450 hours and packed 3,437 lbs of produce.
• The City of Point Arena and the Town of Windsor upgraded to EverGreen, our 100% renewable and locally generated electricity service.

Awards

• Our Energy Center won first place in the Decarbonization category at the CalCCA Community Impact Awards.
• Our Powering Everyday Moments campaign won three Gold Davey Awards and two Gold Muse Creative Awards.
• The League of American Bicyclists recognized SCP as a Bicycle Friendly Business at the Gold level.
• SCP was recognized as one of the North Bay Business Journal's Best Places to Work for the 5th year in a row.

As Sonoma Clean Power nears a decade of service, we look forward to celebrating our impact, community, and customers this coming year. Keep an eye out for our 2023 Annual Report which will be available next month.

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