Climate Action

Help El Cerrito Respond to Climate Change

The City of El Cerrito is committed to taking action to reduce the pollution that causes global warming and to help El Cerrito respond to the effects of climate change. The El Cerrito Climate Action Plan (CAP) provides the policy framework for pursuing reductions in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, while also promoting a more livable and safe community. For more information on El Cerrito’s Climate Action Plan....

Energy

Community Choice Aggregation (CCA)

In 2014, the City joined MCE Clean Energy, a local government Joint Powers Authority (JPA) that provides low-carbon electricity at competitive rates for residents and businesses in member cities. This arrangement is known as Community Choice Aggregation (CCA). Currently, MCE provides electricity and related solar and efficiency programs in Marin County, Napa County, Contra Costa County, and Benicia. For more information on CCA...

Energy Efficiency Programs Come to El Cerrito

Energy efficiency and conservation is a great way to save money and combat climate change. For these reasons, El Cerrito has partnered with various groups to help make energy efficiency improvements in both our own facilities and in the community. Find more information on energy efficiency programs and rebates for:
Residents
Businesses
Deep Green Renewable Electricity

Find more information on how the City is saving money through energy efficiency.

Join the Community Conversation

We want your input on Climate Action in El Cerrito and on strategies that the City and the community can use to help reduce GHG emissions. Please send us your thoughts, ideas, comments and concerns by contacting staff in the Community Development Department.