Sadly, traffic-related air pollution causes an estimated 2,500 deaths and 5,200 new asthma cases every year in the Bay Area. Cars, light-duty trucks, and other vehicles are the largest source of air pollution, making up 75% of emissions. Emissions from fossil fuel-based transportation worsen climate change and contribute to air pollution that causes numerous adverse health effects, particularly for communities by busy roads. Poor air quality can lead to cardiovascular and respiratory illnesses and can also increase the likelihood of heart attacks, strokes, diabetes, and dementia.
Public transportation, biking, and walking are alternative modes of transportation that can help combat emissions. When it comes to private transportation, EVs are a powerful tool to reduce emissions. Widespread EV adoption has the potential to dramatically reduce air pollution and improve the health of our communities and our environment. EVs are more energy efficient than gas-powered cars, meaning they require less energy to perform the same functions. Because of their efficiency, EVs are a cleaner option than gas-powered vehicles in bawat rehiyon of the United States, regardless of how much renewable energy is on the grid. In MCE’s service area, EV drivers can offset virtually all emissions when they charge with Deep Green 100% nababagong enerhiya.
MCE is dedicated to increasing EV adoption and the availability of charging stations in our communities. We offer EV rebates, EV charging programs and incentives, and accessible and affordable renewable energy service options.
Electric Vehicle Rebates
Ang MCE ay nag-aalok ng mga residenteng kuwalipikado sa kita a $3,500 na rebate for purchasing or leasing a new EV. You can receive free assistance to take advantage of all available rebates and incentives. Ang pagsasama-sama ng pederal, estado, at lokal na mga insentibo ay maaaring makabuluhang bawasan ang halaga ng pagbili ng bago o ginamit na EV. Depende sa iyong pagiging karapat-dapat, maaari kang makatanggap ng hanggang $13,750 sa mga rebate ng EV, o higit pa kung magpalit ka ng 2005 o mas lumang sasakyang pinapagana ng gas.
Mga Rebate sa Istasyon ng EV Charging para sa Mga Lugar ng Trabaho at Multifamily Property
ng MCE EV charging rebate program covers both large and small charging projects (2−20+ ports). The program allows market rate and low-income multifamily properties and workplaces to save up to $3,000 per port. If the property opts up to Deep Green 100% nababagong enerhiya, they can get an additional $500 per charging port. MCE provides technical assistance in the application and installation process.
Mga Rate ng EV Charging ng MCE
ng MCE residential EV rate ay isang cost-effective na paraan upang singilin ang iyong EV sa bahay na may mas mababang mga rate para sa pagsingil pagkatapos ng 9 pm o bago ang 4 pm Sinusuportahan ng rate na ito ang power grid sa pamamagitan ng paghikayat sa pagsingil at paggamit ng enerhiya sa mga oras na marami ang renewable energy generation at mas mababa ang demand.
Businesses in MCE’s service area with separately metered EV charging stations are eligible for BEV1 and BEV2 charging rates. Both rate plans combine a customizable monthly subscription charge with a Time-of-Use rate for significant savings.
MCE Sync
Ang MCE Sync app provides eligible EV drivers with a hassle-free way to charge with low-cost, low-carbon electricity. The app automates home EV charging by using solar forecasting feeds to help customers take advantage of the least expensive and cleanest energy available. Switching to an EV and charging during off-peak hours with the MCE Sync app can save drivers over $1,000 per year compared to gasoline. EV drivers are awarded a one-time $30 bonus for enrolling and using the MCE Sync app to charge at least once. Drivers can earn up to $10 per month in additional cash back by charging during “low-carbon events” when the cleanest energy is available. Low-carbon events are designed to shift EV charging toward daytime hours when renewable energy is abundant on the grid. MCE Sync users receive a push notification on their smartphones to authorize charging during a low-carbon window.
Renewable Energy
When you charge your EV at home, MCE’s standard Light Green ang serbisyo ay ginagarantiyahan na hindi bababa sa 60% renewable. Bilang isang customer ng MCE, maaari ka ring mag-opt up sa Deep Green service, so that your EV (and all your home’s electricity) is powered with 100% renewable energy.