Permitting Barriers in Residential Electrification

Permitting Barriers in Residential Electrification
Learn, discuss, and help shape customer-friendly permitting processes.

Friday, June 26, 2026
12–1:15 p.m.

Join MCE and Cadmus for an interactive session on permitting barriers in residential electrification. We’ll share findings from our recent study, highlighting key insights from contractors and permitting staff on common challenges, costs, and opportunities to streamline heat pump permitting.

Attendees will join breakout discussions to share perspectives, identify practical solutions, and help shape more efficient, customer-friendly permitting processes.

Who should attend? Contractors, installers, and trade professionals working on heat pump projects
Building department staff, permit technicians, and local permitting authorities
Community Choice Aggregators (CCAs) and program administrators
Policymakers, advocates, and stakeholders advancing residential electrification

Who is MCE? MCE provides energy for nearly 600,000 homes and businesses across Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, and Solano Counties, offering more renewable energy and reinvesting in local communities through energy programs, projects, and workforce opportunities.