Community Impact
As a public agency, we do not have shareholders, so we use any excess revenue to reduce rates and run local programs. We’re committed to greener power, lower rates, and community investment.
763200
total accounts on Ava service
93
service area-wide participation rate
160600
CARE/FERA accounts
112900
solar accounts
Customer Savings
$140.8
in savings for Bright Choice customers
$21.4
in bill credits to all customers
$23.2
in bill credits to CARE and FERA customers
Energy services data as of 10/05/2026. Community investment data is updated semi-annually. These numbers are estimates.
Community Reinvestment
$103.3
invested in customer programs
$11.5
additional reinvestment in community initiatives
Energy services data as of 10/05/2026. Community investment data is updated semi-annually. These numbers are estimates.
Impact Report
Ava was founded so our local communities could have a choice over where their electricity comes from and where their money goes. Ava’s Impact Report provides an overview of what we do, how we operate, and key achievements since we started service in 2018.
Community Investment In Action
Habitat for Humanity
Ava is a proud sponsor of Habitat for Humanity East Bay/Silicon Valley and Sequoia Grove: a fully electric and affordable neighborhood in Hayward.
Community Sponsorships
To encourage and support local community engagement, Ava awards local organizations with community sponsorships.
Community Investment Grants
Ava offers large, multi-year grants to organizations in our service area through a competitive solicitation process.