CalREN Blog
The latest news and updates from RENs across California.
Upgrading Affordable Housing for Seniors: Saint Mary's Gardens Apartments
In 2023, Saint Mary’s completed a three-year upgrade project in collaboration with BayREN and Solar on Multifamily Affordable Housing (SOMAH). Gideon Anders, the Treasurer of the Saint Mary’s Elderly Housing Corporation, initially reached out to SOMAH for assistance with solar upgrades. Through SOMAH, they received technical support, guidance on complex financial structures, and assistance with contractor bidding.
Business Upgrades: Oak Hill Market
Meet Sami Hatter, the manager of Oak Hill Market. Nestled in the heart of San Francisco's Lower Haight neighborhood, Oak Hill Market has been proudly family-owned and operated for more than two decades.
Pinole’s PEER Program: A Local Model to Improve Energy Efficiency Program Uptake
California residents are increasingly finding opportunities to upgrade their homes for energy efficiency and electrification through regional, statewide, and federal rebate programs. However, high upfront costs continue to be one of the biggest barriers to home improvements. Small-scale pilot programs, such as the Pinole Energy Enhancement Rebate (PEER) program, offer an opportunity to address local needs with innovative solutions.
Public Utilities Commission Approves San Diego Regional Energy Network
A San Diego Community Power and County of San Diego effort to bring $124.3 million to make San Diego homes and businesses energy efficient has been approved! San Diegans will now be able to take part in programs that have benefitted millions of Californians.
California's Expanding Regional Energy Networks: a Federal Grant Success Story
With State and federal policies and budgets making record investments in climate and energy action, the California Climate and Energy Collaborative (CCEC) wanted to take a moment to reflect on the story of Regional Energy Networks (RENs), which demonstrates why taking the time to pursue grants can pay off in big ways.