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# Ava Community Energy

## Sitemaps
[XML Sitemap](https://avaenergy.org/sitemap_index.xml): Includes all crawlable and indexable pages.

## Pages
- [Public Meetings Calendar](https://avaenergy.org/about-ava/meetings-events/public-meetings/calendar/)
- [Protected: newsletter signup test (28)](https://avaenergy.org/newsletter-signup-test-28/)
- [Ava Charge – Oakland City Center West Garage](https://avaenergy.org/go-electric/electric-vehicles/ava-charge/occwg/): Pay via the EV Connect app, credit/debit card, or mobile wallet (Google Pay, Apple Pay)
- [Technical Assistance for Resilience Hubs](https://avaenergy.org/community/resilience-hubs/technical-assistance/): Ava’s Technical Assistance (TA) supports community-serving sites that want to maintain critical services during power outages and are ready to begin planning for energy resilience. Through TA, Ava and our partners help clarify your resilience goals, understand your building’s energy needs during an outage, and explore how a solar and battery storage system can help maintain service continuity during an emergency.
- [Solar and Battery Storage Incentive for Resilience Hubs](https://avaenergy.org/community/resilience-hubs/incentive/): Incentive funding will be released in phases. Cohort 1 projects (currently receiving TA) will be eligible to apply for an initial allocation of approximately $1 million in incentives in Summer 2026. The Cohort 1 incentive application will close on December 1, 2026. This initial cohort of TA and incentives will help Ava refine program processes and learn from early project implementation.
- [Resilience Hubs Initiative](https://avaenergy.org/community/resilience-hubs/): Communities across Ava’s service area may experience power outages from events such as wildfires, extreme heat, earthquakes, and Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) events. During these outages, community-serving facilities play a critical role as local resilience hubs—maintaining continuity of essential services and operations, and providing residents with access to resources such as cooling, device charging, food or water distribution, and communication. 
- [Ava SmartHome Battery – Residential Customers](https://avaenergy.org/go-electric/residential-solar-storage/smarthome-battery/residents/): Whether you’re installing a new solar and battery system, adding a home battery to your existing solar system or already have a solar and battery system, SmartHome Battery can help you maximize your investment with installation rebates and participation payments. SmartHome Battery connects your home battery to Ava Community Energy’s virtual power plant (VPP) and taps into it during times when the grid is strained, which reduces emissions and helps keep electricity rates stable for the whole community.
- [Sports Sponsorships](https://avaenergy.org/community/grants-sponsorships/sports-sponsorships/): Sponsor since: 2019 (inaugural season)
- [Ava SmartHome Battery – Installers](https://avaenergy.org/go-electric/residential-solar-storage/smarthome-battery/installers/): SmartHome Battery is designed to reduce costs for customers living within Ava’s service territory to add solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery systems to their homes. This program can help increase sales by providing generous incentives for your customers. Customers who are eligible for SmartHome Battery can choose to have the installation rebate paid directly to qualified installers.
- [Compare Commercial Service Plans](https://avaenergy.org/for-businesses/business-plans-rates/compare-comm-service-plans/): KEY
- [Compare Agricultural Service Plans](https://avaenergy.org/for-businesses/business-plans-rates/compare-ag-service-plans/): KEY
- [San Joaquin County](https://avaenergy.org/community/who-we-serve/san-joaquin-county/): A representative from each of the communities we serve, and one representative (non-voting) from the Community Advisory Committee, make up Ava’s Board of Directors. San Joaquin County’s current appointments to Ava’s Board are:
- [Protected: form testing — old version](https://avaenergy.org/form-testing-old-version/)
- [Ava SmartHome Battery](https://avaenergy.org/go-electric/residential-solar-storage/smarthome-battery/): Whether you’re installing a new solar and battery system, adding a home battery to your existing solar system, or already own a solar and battery system, SmartHome Battery maximizes your investment with installation rebates and participation payments. The program connects your battery to Ava Community Energy’s virtual power plant (VPP) and taps into it during times when the grid is strained, which reduces emissions and helps keep electricity rates stable for the whole community. 
- [Zero-Emission Medium- and Heavy-Duty Goods Movement Blueprint](https://avaenergy.org/about-ava/key-documents/medium-heavy-duty-blueprint/): In 2021, Ava Community Energy received a grant from the California Energy Commission (CEC) to develop a Blueprint for zero-emission trucking that considers various gaps, barriers, and opportunities for the transition to electric vehicles. This Blueprint outlines five key areas: vehicles, infrastructure, financing, workforce development, and community benefit. It details actions to be taken by Ava and others to make our service area a first-mover market for zero-emission Class 2b-6 trucks and vans by 2030, and Class 7-8 trucks by 2040.
- [E-Bikes](https://avaenergy.org/go-electric/e-bikes/): E-bikes expand access to cycling for people of all ages, abilities, and fitness levels. Many riders who thought cycling wasn't for them have discovered newfound freedom and enjoyment through e-bikes. 
- [Electrification for Renters](https://avaenergy.org/go-electric/get-started/electrification-for-renters/): Jump to:
- [Electrification for Homeowners](https://avaenergy.org/go-electric/get-started/electrification-for-homeowners/): Jump to:
- [Electrification for Landlords](https://avaenergy.org/go-electric/get-started/electrification-for-landlords/): Jump to:
- [Get Started: Smart Energy Options for Every Home](https://avaenergy.org/go-electric/get-started/): Electrification isn’t an all-or-nothing choice. It's a spectrum of options that can fit your budget, living situation, and goals. No matter where you start on your electrification journey, every step matters. And as your community electricity provider, Ava is here to guide you through this process.
- [Ava Bike Electric Program Application](https://avaenergy.org/go-electric/e-bikes/bike-electric/bike-electric-application/)
- [Advice Letters](https://avaenergy.org/about-ava/key-documents/advice-letters/): Regulatory information is also available on:
- [Website Terms of Use](https://avaenergy.org/terms-website/): An Internet Protocol (“IP”) address is a number automatically assigned to your computer every time you browse the Internet. When you visit the Website, our servers log your current IP address. We may use your IP address to help diagnose problems with our servers and to administer the Website. Your IP address is not tied to your personal information and we do not use it to identify you when logging IP address data except to provide content to you. 
- [Ava Bike Electric](https://avaenergy.org/go-electric/e-bikes/bike-electric/): To be eligible for the Ava Bike Electric program, applicants must be: 
- [Important Information for Solar Customers in San Joaquin County](https://avaenergy.org/welcome-solar/): Currently, solar customers get one monthly bill from PG&E that shows:
- [Ava Charge: EV Charging Stations](https://avaenergy.org/go-electric/electric-vehicles/ava-charge/): For questions or troubleshooting at any Ava Charge station, please contact our partner EV Connect at 866-816-7584.
- [Ava SmartHome Charging](https://avaenergy.org/go-electric/electric-vehicles/smarthome-charging/): Ava SmartHome Charging is our new EV and PHEV managed charging program, launched in partnership with Optiwatt, a trusted leader in managed charging technology. This program automatically shifts your charging to times when renewable energy is cheaper and more available.
- [Lathrop](https://avaenergy.org/community/who-we-serve/lathrop/): An elected official from each of the participating jurisdictions and one representative (non-voting) from the Community Advisory Committee make up the Ava Board of Directors. Lathrop’s current appointments to Ava’s Board are:
- [Stockton](https://avaenergy.org/community/who-we-serve/stockton/): An elected official from each of the participating jurisdictions and one representative (non-voting) from the Community Advisory Committee make up the Ava Board of Directors. Stockton’s current appointments to Ava’s Board are:
- [Hourly Flex Pricing](https://avaenergy.org/your-energy-options/plans-and-rates/rates/hourly-flex-pricing/): Under HFP, electricity prices vary by hour based on market conditions. Price forecasts are published seven days in advance, and final prices are set one day in advance. By checking prices in advance, you can save money by shifting energy use to times when it’s more plentiful and cheaper. Automation technology can streamline your operations to help you save even more.
- [Local Development Business Plan](https://avaenergy.org/about-ava/key-documents/ldbp/): The Local Development Business Plan (LDBP) is intended to develop a comprehensive framework for accelerating the development of clean energy assets within Alameda County. The Local Development Business Plan includes a description of how Ava can contribute to fostering local economic benefits, such as job creation and community energy programs.
- [Supplier Diversity](https://avaenergy.org/about-ava/key-documents/supplier-diversity/): Each year California utilities (electric, gas, water, telecom) cumulatively spend billions of dollars on goods and services. Through the statewide Supplier Diversity Program - established through General Order 156 and facilitated by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) - the state aims to connect an increasing portion of these utility expenditures with certified women, minority, disabled veteran, LGBT, and/or persons with disabilities business enterprises.
- [Integrated Resource Plan](https://avaenergy.org/about-ava/key-documents/integrated-resource-plan/): General resources and background information on the CPUC’s Integrated Resource Planning and Long-Term Procurement Planning can be found on the CPUC website, as well as the current and past IRP cycle documents.
- [Filed 802 Forms](https://avaenergy.org/about-ava/key-documents/filed-802-forms/): 2023
- [Rates](https://avaenergy.org/your-energy-options/plans-and-rates/rates/): Ava makes choosing locally controlled energy easy for your household or business by keeping rates competitive and stable while providing clean and renewable power. As our customer, your rates are calculated based on:
- [Electric Vehicles](https://avaenergy.org/go-electric/electric-vehicles/): The transportation sector stubbornly remains the single largest contributor of health-impacting air pollutants in Alameda County and the San Joaquin Valley. Electric vehicles (EVs) fueled with clean electricity are one simple way to reduce the environmental and human health impacts of driving.
- [News and Insights](https://avaenergy.org/about-ava/news-and-insights/)
- [Plans and Rates](https://avaenergy.org/your-energy-options/plans-and-rates/): You can change your service plan any time with Ava service, or choose PG&E.
- [Habitat for Humanity](https://avaenergy.org/community/grants-sponsorships/habitat-for-humanity/): At Ava, we empower our community by sourcing clean energy at affordable rates. We believe that sustainability and affordability can go hand-in-hand. That's why we're expanding our multi-year partnership with Habitat for Humanity to bring this vision to life. We're helping to underwrite the Sequoia Grove project to fund energy-efficient upgrades and cutting-edge electric appliances. Sequoia Grove represents a new era in sustainable homeownership that's accessible to all.
- [Alameda County](https://avaenergy.org/community/who-we-serve/alameda-county/): An elected official from each of the participating jurisdictions and one representative (non-voting) from the Community Advisory Committee make up the Ava Board of Directors. Unincorporated Alameda County's current appointments to Ava’s Board are:
- [Union City](https://avaenergy.org/community/who-we-serve/union-city/): An elected official from each of the participating jurisdictions and one representative (non-voting) from the Community Advisory Committee make up the Ava Board of Directors. Union City's current appointments to Ava’s Board are:
- [Tracy](https://avaenergy.org/community/who-we-serve/tracy/): An elected official from each of the participating jurisdictions and one representative (non-voting) from the Community Advisory Committee make up the Ava Board of Directors. Tracy's current appointments to Ava’s Board are:
- [San Leandro](https://avaenergy.org/community/who-we-serve/san-leandro/): An elected official from each of the participating jurisdictions and one representative (non-voting) from the Community Advisory Committee make up the Ava Board of Directors. San Leandro's current appointments to Ava’s Board are:
- [Pleasanton](https://avaenergy.org/community/who-we-serve/pleasanton/): An elected official from each of the participating jurisdictions and one representative (non-voting) from the Community Advisory Committee make up the Ava Board of Directors. Pleasanton's current appointments to Ava’s Board are:
- [Piedmont](https://avaenergy.org/community/who-we-serve/piedmont/): An elected official from each of the participating jurisdictions and one representative (non-voting) from the Community Advisory Committee make up the Ava Board of Directors. Piedmont's current appointments to Ava’s Board are:

## Events
- [Morada MAC Presentation](https://avaenergy.org/event/morada-mac-presentation/)
- [Lockeford MAC Presentation](https://avaenergy.org/event/lockeford-mac-presentation/)
- [Thornton MAC Presentation](https://avaenergy.org/event/thornton-mac-presentation/)
- [Woodbridge MAC Presentation](https://avaenergy.org/event/woodbridge-mac-presentation/)

## Insights
- [Resource:  Electric Load Forecasting Across California Regulatory Agencies and CAISO ](https://avaenergy.org/insight/resource-electric-load-forecasting-across-ca-regulatory-agencies-and-caiso/): The California Energy Commission (CEC), California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), and California Independent System Operator (CAISO) work together to forecast the state’s energy demand and capacity needs through interrelated regulatory processes, including:
- [PSPS Events: What They Are and How To Prepare](https://avaenergy.org/insight/psps-events-what-they-are-and-how-to-prepare/): PSPS stands for Public Safety Power Shutoff. 
- [Battery Options for Your Home Solar System](https://avaenergy.org/insight/battery-options-for-your-home-solar-system/): For Bay Area and Central Valley homeowners, going solar used to be a no-brainer. Sunshine is California’s most abundant energy resource. However, recent changes to California’s net metering mean utilities don’t pay nearly as much for excess solar sent back to the grid, and there are fewer incentives available. That leaves the question of whether or not to get solar up in the air.
- [8 Energy Efficiency Home Improvement Ideas](https://avaenergy.org/insight/8-energy-efficiency-home-improvement-ideas/): Our homes use energy all day, every day. Energy efficiency upgrades change how that work gets done, so you stay comfortable while using less electricity and spending less. 
- [Ava and PG&E’s Annual Rate Comparison Mailer](https://avaenergy.org/insight/ava-and-pges-annual-rate-comparison-mailer/): Every eligible customer in Alameda and San Joaquin Counties can choose from three electricity generation options. This communication is sent annually to help you compare them side by side. Here's how to interpret the rate comparisons and choose the right service plan for your household or business.
- [The California Climate Credit: What It Is and When To Expect It in 2026](https://avaenergy.org/insight/the-california-climate-credit/): Each year, California returns money to millions of residents and small businesses through the California Climate Credit, a program designed to help offset energy costs and support the state’s transition to cleaner energy.
- [How Adaptive E-Bikes Are Expanding Mobility and Independence](https://avaenergy.org/insight/how-adaptive-e-bikes-are-expanding-mobility-and-independence/): Her story reflects a growing movement. Adaptive e-bikes are changing the way people with disabilities get around, expanding what's possible when it comes to independence, community connection, and quality of life.
- [Induction vs. Standard Electric Cooktops: What’s the Difference?](https://avaenergy.org/insight/induction-vs-standard-electric-cooktops-whats-the-difference/): Choosing the right cooktop for your home kitchen is more than just aesthetics. It plays a role in safety, cookware requirements, how quickly meals come together, and how much energy your home uses over time. If you're considering electric resistance or induction, you're already on the right track. Both induction and electric resistance cooktops eliminate the indoor air quality concerns that come with gas cooking, and reduce your carbon footprint. Induction cooktops have the added benefit of extremely efficient energy use. 
- [Public Charging Etiquette: 5 Tips for EV Drivers](https://avaenergy.org/insight/public-charging-etiquette-5-tips-ev-drivers/): If you drive a gas car, you know it’s easy to find a gas station by looking for a big colorful sign in the sky. Once there, you know exactly where to join the line, how to fill up, and follow other unspoken etiquette rules so everyone can quickly fill up and get on with their day. For electric vehicle (EV) drivers, the unspoken rules for using public charging stations are a little different.
- [A Guide to Spotting Energy Scams in Alameda and San Joaquin County](https://avaenergy.org/insight/a-guide-to-spotting-energy-scams-in-alameda-and-san-joaquin-county/): Energy scams can happen door-to-door, over the phone, or via email. Whether the scammer is trying to steal your information or pressure you into signing a bad contract, it’s important to know what to look for so you can protect yourself.
- [Report: Evaluating the Drivers of PG&E Electricity Rate Growth](https://avaenergy.org/insight/report-evaluating-the-drivers-of-pge-electricity-rate-growth/)
- [How PG&E Rate Changes Impact Ava Customers](https://avaenergy.org/insight/pge-rate-changes-explained/): Last updated: January 2026
- [How Ava Sets Electricity Generation Rates](https://avaenergy.org/insight/how-ava-sets-electricity-generation-rates/): Electricity bills can be hard to decipher. Between generation, delivery, and various fees, it’s not always clear who’s charging you for what—and why. We’re here to help clear it up.
- [A Local Guide to E-Biking in Alameda and San Joaquin Counties](https://avaenergy.org/insight/a-local-guide-to-e-biking-in-alameda-and-san-joaquin-counties/): E-biking is more fun with friends. Whether you're looking for weekend adventure partners and commute buddies or just want to support bike-friendly policies in your city, there's a community waiting for you.
- [How to Choose the Best E-Bike for You](https://avaenergy.org/insight/how-to-choose-the-best-e-bike-for-you/): As the popularity of electric bikes (e-bikes) continues to soar, more and more people are considering making the switch from traditional bikes or cars to these innovative and eco-friendly transportation options. However, with the wide variety of e-bike models, motors, and features available, it can be overwhelming to determine which e-bike is the best fit for your unique needs and lifestyle. In this comprehensive guide, we'll walk you through the key factors to consider when choosing the best e-bike for all your adventures.
- [How to Navigate Home Solar Installation: A 5-Step Expert Guide](https://avaenergy.org/insight/how-to-navigate-home-solar-installation-a-5-step-expert-guide/): Considering solar panels for your home? You're not alone. Rooftop solar adoption continues to grow across Alameda and San Joaquin Counties. To help you navigate the process with confidence, we sat down with our friend Dan Lieberman, former Director of Marketing at Ava and a true solar pioneer.
- [Framing the Future: Ava Volunteer Day at Habitat for Humanity’s Sequoia Grove Development](https://avaenergy.org/insight/framing-the-future-at-sequoia-grove/): On a sunny day in March, Ava Community Energy staff, board members, and elected officials rolled up their sleeves for a day of meaningful action at Habitat for Humanity East Bay/Silicon Valley’s Sequoia Grove development in Hayward. This all-electric affordable housing community represents what's possible when organizations join forces to address both climate and housing challenges.
- [Your Local Representatives: Introducing the 2025 Ava Board of Directors](https://avaenergy.org/insight/introducing-the-2025-ava-board-of-directors/): Thanks to the leadership of cities like Dublin, who were among the first to take us up on the opportunity to provide 100% wind and solar power for their constituents. Director Morada is “honored and excited to be representing the City of Dublin on the Ava Board of Directors. Dublin was one of the first cities to make Renewable 100 service the default for everyone, and we remain committed to building a more sustainable energy future with Ava as our partner.”
- [Understanding Bill Credits: How Ava Returns Money Directly to Customers](https://avaenergy.org/insight/understanding-bill-credits-how-ava-returns-money-directly-to-customers/): To kick off 2025, Ava issued $22 million in bill credits to our customers across Alameda County and Tracy—but what exactly are these credits, and how do they reflect our broader mission as your community power provider?
- [Analysis: Income Graduated Fixed Charge Bill Impact](https://avaenergy.org/insight/igfc-analysis/)
- [Ava Nuclear Allocation Explained](https://avaenergy.org/insight/nuclear-allocation-explained/): In 2022, the State Legislature and Governor’s office voted to extend operations of PG&E’s Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant until 2029/2030. All PG&E customers, including Ava customers, pay mandatory fees that support the operation of this power plant. In return for those mandatory fees, Ava is offered a free allocation of nuclear attributes. The Ava Board of Directors voted to accept that allocation of greenhouse gas-free (GHG-free) power attributes at the September 18, 2024 board meeting. The Board further directed Ava to use the nuclear allocation to reduce the amount of purchased unspecified power from 19% to 9%, lowering Ava’s overall carbon intensity in 2025.
- [Cook Like a Pro: Induction Cooking Recipes from Bay Area Chefs](https://avaenergy.org/insight/induction-cooking-recipes/): Learn more about Ava's induction cooking programs, or use our incentive finder to see if you qualify for any savings or rebates.

## From the CEO's Desk
- [Ava Supports Training Programs To Fill Clean Energy Jobs](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/ava-supports-training-programs-to-fill-clean-energy-jobs/): As clean energy deployment grows, more jobs are needed. Ava is supporting training programs to create “green ladder” job opportunities.
- [Data Corner: Does It Still Make Sense To Go Solar?](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/data-corner-does-it-still-make-sense-to-go-solar/): Rapid policy changes have put residential solar power on the “solar coaster.” We look at what’s changing, how customers and marketers are responding to it, and ask, does it still make sense to go solar?
- [Ava Opens New Electric Vehicle Charging Station](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/ava-opens-new-electric-vehicle-charging-station/): Ava is rolling out a network of DC fast charging stations that will make it easier to drive an EV in the Bay Area.
- [Ava’s Rates are Falling in 2026](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/avas-rates-are-falling-in-2026/): Unpacking the shifting market trends, regulatory decisions, and other variables impacting the prices Ava customers pay for electricity service.
- [Faces of Ava: San Leandro Mayor Juan González](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/faces-of-ava-san-leandro-mayor-juan-gonzalez/): Juan González has spent his career investigating how institutions serve—or fail—the people who depend on them. Now, as San Leandro's mayor and vice chair of Ava's Board of Directors, he's continuing to ask hard questions about energy affordability and accountability.
- [Legislative Year In Review: How Ava’s Priorities Fared in the 2025 California Legislative Session](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/legislative-year-in-review-how-avas-priorities-fared-in-the-2025-california-legislative-session/): Key bills related to energy affordability, local decarbonization, and battery storage safety were signed into law, while other policy opportunities remain for the year ahead.
- [Fremont Chooses 100% Renewable Energy](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/fremont-chooses-100-renewable-energy/): Fremont is the latest Ava member city to set 100% renewable energy as the default option for residential customers. Thanks to a robust awareness campaign, about one in six households chose to stay with Bright Choice—a sign that the City and Ava succeeded in helping residents make informed choices about their electricity service.
- [Faces of Ava: Piedmont Mayor Betsy Andersen](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/faces-of-ava-piedmont-mayor-betsy-andersen/): Betsy Andersen didn't set out to become a climate leader. After earning her J.D. from UCLA and practicing trust and estate law for nearly two decades, she found herself drawn to the civic life of Piedmont, the small East Bay city where she grew up.
- [Early Learnings from Ava’s E-Bike Rebate Program](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/early-learnings-from-avas-e-bike-rebate-program/): Four months into Ava Bike Electric, the results confirm what we already suspected: our communities are ready to embrace electric bicycles as practical, affordable, fun, and climate-friendly transportation.
- [How Ava is Responding to an Evolving Federal Policy Environment](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/how-ava-is-responding-to-an-evolving-federal-policy-environment/): Over the past ten months, the clean energy industry has experienced a whiplash of changes stemming from policy decisions coming out of Washington. In contrast to federal policies put in place over the previous decade, recent actions by Congress and the Administration have created new obstacles for renewable energy deployment, electrification, and the future of the electric power industry, leaving many feeling unsettled about the future.
- [Battery Fires Prompt New Push for Safety](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/battery-fires-prompt-new-push-for-safety/): A major fire at a battery station at Monterey Bay has raised safety concerns, just as energy storage takes off in California. Power suppliers, regulators, and safety officials are revisiting rules and protocols to ensure battery storage remains a viable path to a cleaner energy system.
- [Ava Board of Directors Weighs In on Slate of California State Bills, Makes Updates to Legislative Program](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/ava-board-of-directors-weighs-in-on-slate-of-california-state-bills-makes-updates-to-legislative-program/): Ava supports a new group of bills that protect community choice, make energy bills more affordable, accelerate decarbonization, promote local development, and increase transparency.
- [Automation Makes it Easier to Permit Efficient Electric Water Heaters](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/automation-makes-it-easier-to-permit-efficient-electric-water-heaters/): Need a permit for a new water heater? There’s an app for that! Ava is working to add electric heat pump water heaters to an app that streamlines solar permit processes.
- [Faces of Ava: Russell Mills, Ava’s New CFO](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/faces-of-ava-russell-mills-avas-new-cfo/): Ava’s new Chief Financial Officer Russell Mills has had a long career in California energy, from trading on the California Power Exchange to managing risk for municipal utilities. He brings a clear mission: using finance innovations to make energy more affordable for Ava customers.
- [Prepay Bond Financing Saves Ava $22 Million](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/prepay-bond-financing-saves-ava-22-million/): Ava has saved customers $22 million so far by using “prepayment bonds,” a form of municipal financing, to buy renewable energy for up to 30 years into the future. Ava has used the technique to finance three prepay transactions since 2021 and is planning to execute another transaction later this year.
- [Ava Returns Funds Through Bill Credits and Programs](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/ava-returns-funds-to-customers/): A solid financial picture for the agency results in a new round of bill credits to customers, as well as a new solar and storage program, and stronger operating reserves.
- [Faces of Ava: Jack Balch, the Bottom Line Mayor of Pleasanton](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/faces-of-ava-jack-balch-the-bottom-line-mayor-of-pleasanton/): Jack Balch is the Chair of Ava’s Board of Directors and the new mayor of Pleasanton. He draws from his day job in finance and building management to apply a bottom-line view to Ava.
- [Community Choice Is a National Phenomenon](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/community-choice-is-a-national-phenomenon/): Community choice aggregation (CCA) is not just a California phenomenon. Ava staff got together with CCAs from seven other states at the first national conference, to see how CCAs work in other states.
- [Data Corner: Getting to Know Stockton and Lathrop, in an Energy Way](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/data-corner-stockton-lathrop-energy/): Ava will begin service in Stockton and Lathrop this year. To get to know our newest cities, we did a brief data analysis of how energy demand, solar adoption, and electric vehicle use varies in the Valley.
- [An Interview with Howard Chang, Ava’s New CEO](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/an-interview-with-howard-chang-avas-new-ceo/): Howard Chang moves over from COO to CEO, taking charge at Ava Community Energy.  In this interview he shares his vision for the future.
- [Batteries Help California Deal with Summer Heat](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/batteries-help-california-deal-with-summer-heat/): Ava is pitching in with new batteries to help California get through hot days this summer.
- [Ava’s Evolving Value Proposition](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/avas-evolving-value-proposition/): Ava has to deal with shifting conditions as PG&E rates rise, market prices jump up and down, and demand for new clean generation and storage heats up. This makes forecasting revenues and budgets tricky.
- [Making the Most of the Existing Grid](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/making-the-most-of-the-existing-grid/): We need more grid to facilitate the move to a zero-carbon power supply.  But new power lines are expensive and slow to build. There is a growing interest in new technologies that make it possible to get the most out of the existing grid.
- [Virtual Power Plants Create Real Benefits](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/virtual-power-plants-create-real-benefits/): Millions of distributed smart energy devices are being linked into “virtual power plants,” providing the same services that conventional power plants provide, but at lower cost and lower pollution.  Ava has learned from pilot programs and is now expanding efforts to tap electric vehicle charging and home energy systems to provide grid services.
- [Faces of Ava: The Curious Mind of Diego Ponce de Leon Barido](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/faces-of-ava-the-curious-mind-of-diego-ponce-de-leon-barido/): Our Head of Technology and Analytics, Diego Ponce de Leon Barido, is an innovator in energy, sustainability science, and data, bringing a breadth of international experience to Ava. Now he is applying his curious mind to help make Ava a clean energy innovator.
- [Data Corner: Comparing the Cost of Electric and Gasoline Cars](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/data-corner-comparing-the-cost-of-electric-and-gasoline-cars/): Rising electricity costs increase the cost of driving an electric vehicle, but they are still cheaper to operate than gasoline cars. Use an interactive tool to compare.
- [Nick Chaset Bids Farewell to Ava](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/nick-chaset-bids-farewell-to-ava/): Ava’s founding CEO Nick Chaset will be stepping down this summer. He oversaw Ava’s launch and growth to a leading national energy provider.
- [Faces of Ava: Stockton Councilmember Dan Wright](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/faces-of-ava-stockton-councilmember-dan-wright/): Councilmember Dan Wright pushed for a long time to get Stockton to join a community choice energy supplier. While Stockton will be joining with Ava next year, Wright’s time in politics is coming to a close. He reflects on his career in education and local government.
- [New Programs Boost Resilience for Ava Solar Customers](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/new-programs-boost-resilience-for-ava-solar-customers/): A recent ruling has dramatically changed the economics of customer-owned solar power. New Ava programs will help retain some of that value, and encourage solar customers to get batteries.
- [Understanding Rates](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/understanding-rates/): The rising threat of wildfires has pushed PG&E to invest billions in their grid, driving up electricity rates to unprecedented levels. We go deep to understand how rates are set, how Ava rates relate to PG&E decisions, and what the future may hold.
- [Data corner: Electric Vehicles Take Off in the East Bay and Valley](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/data-corner-electric-vehicles-take-off-in-the-east-bay-and-valley-2/): Electric cars are booming in California, making up 25% of new sales. We’ve compiled sales data by city and Zip code in our area. Find out who the EV leaders are in the Data Corner.
- [Home Electrification Leads to Better Health and Safety](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/home-electrification-leads-to-better-health-and-safety/): Electricity is a matter of life and death for many. Ava is providing backup batteries and clean cooking to improve public health and safety.
- [RA RA RA! Understanding Resource Adequacy](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/ra-ra-ra-understanding-resource-adequacy/): To keep the lights on, Ava buys lots of RA, “resource adequacy” -- the ability to supply energy when needed. The rules about this critical aspect of utility operations are changing, with RA needs more closely focused on specific times and new technologies.
- [Faces of Ava: Marie Fontenot](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/faces-of-ava-marie-fontenot/): Our VP of Power Resources Marie Fontenot buys $750 million of electricity each year. We look at what she does to keep things affordable, reliable, and clean.
- [Hello Ava!](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/hello-ava/): East Bay Community Energy has a new name and logo! Ava Community Energy reflects our expansion in San Joaquin County - from Alameda to the Valley.
- [EBCE on ICE: Saving Money Through the Intercontinental Exchange](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/ebce-on-ice-saving-money-through-the-intercontinental-exchange/): EBCE is trying out a new market mechanism for power procurement, to manage risks and potentially save money.
- [New Bill Discount Program Offers Big Savings](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/new-bill-discount-program-offers-big-savings/): EBCE has enrolled over 700 very-low-income customers to get a flat-rate utility bill, a new approach to reducing arrearages and improving comfort.
- [Generators and Buildings Face Big Delays in Connecting to the Grid](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/generators-and-buildings-face-big-delays-in-connecting-to-the-grid/): The rapid transition to a low carbon economy is running into a mundane road block -- the ability to connect new homes and new power plants to the grid.
- [New Clean Air Standards Push Out Gas Appliances](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/new-clean-air-standards-push-out-gas-appliances/): Bay Area regulators have tightened pollution standards for gas appliances, accelerating the transition to all-electric homes and businesses
- [Faces of EBCE:  Elisa Márquez](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/faces-of-ebce-elisa-marquez/): Elisa Márquez brings deep East Bay roots to the EBCE board, and her new position on the Alameda County Board.
- [Winter Rains and Snows Bring California Hydropower Back to Life](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/winter-rains-and-snows-bring-california-hydropower-back-to-life/): Heavy rain and snow has replenished California rivers and reservoirs, pointing to a good year for hydroelectric power generation. Hydro has a complicated role in California’s energy supply, economy, and ecology.
- [We’re Helping Put Electric Trucks On the Road](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/were-helping-put-electric-trucks-on-the-road/): Freight trucks are critical for the economy but represent a major source of California pollution. Many programs, from the federal to local level, are available to help pay for the transition to zero-emission vehicles.
- [Faces of EBCE: Jen Cavenaugh, Mayor of Piedmont and Former Board Member](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/faces-of-ebce-jen-cavenaugh-mayor-of-piedmont-and-former-board-member/): Piedmont mayor Jen Cavenaugh brings a high-powered corporate background to public office, and to the EBCE board.
- [Energy Resilient Municipal Critical Facilities](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/energy-resilient-municipal-critical-facilities/):  By installing solar and battery storage on 30 critical facilities, EBCE is using clean energy to improve public safety.
- [E-bikes Are On a Roll!](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/e-bikes-are-on-a-roll/): Electric bikes are booming, with help from state and local governments. EBCE is launching a three-year, $10 million Ride Electric program to put them on local streets.
- [Congress Lays Out a Clean Energy Buffet for EBCE and Its Customers](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/congress-lays-out-a-clean-energy-buffet-for-ebce-and-its-customers/): Building decarbonization. The IRA creates new programs and funds existing programs to cut carbon emissions from energy use in buildings. A $4.3 billion grant program to states will support whole-house energy savings retrofits for single-family and multi-family homes. Rebate rates are double for low-income housing, covering up to 80% of the total project cost.
- [It’s Time to Empower Californians to be Part of our State’s Clean and Reliable Electricity Solutions](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/its-time-to-empower-californians-to-be-part-of-our-states-clean-and-reliable-electricity-solutions/): By Nick Chaset, CEO
- [Stockton Votes to Join EBCE](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/stockton-votes-to-join-ebce/): The City of Stockton has signed on to become an EBCE member, bringing low-cost clean power to California’s 11th largest city, and boosting EBCE’s size and reach.
- [EBCE Will Soon Offer Energy Efficiency Programs](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/ebce-will-soon-offer-energy-efficiency-programs/): EBCE is launching a new program to help businesses be more energy efficient. The program will pay for delivered efficiency gains that benefit the business and all of EBCE
- [Faces of EBCE:  Lily Mei, Fremont’s Tech Mayor](https://avaenergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/faces-of-ebce-lily-mei-fremonts-tech-mayor/):  Lily Mei brings a background in high tech to Fremont and the EBCE board

## News
- [REV Renewables and Northern California Community Choice Aggregators Launch First-Ever Eight-Hour Energy Storage Project in California](https://avaenergy.org/news/rev-renewables-and-northern-california-community-choice-aggregators-launch-first-ever-eight-hour-energy-storage-project-in-california/): Media Contact: Stephanie Martin, Public Affairs Manager, smartin@revrenewables.com
- [Ava Community Energy and Prologis Partner to Expand Access to Renewable Energy and Bill Savings in Local Communities](https://avaenergy.org/news/ava-community-energy-and-prologis-partner-to-expand-access-to-renewable-energy-and-bill-savings-in-local-communities/): Rooftop solar projects across Oakland, Hayward, San Leandro and Tracy will help deliver renewable energy and electricity bill discounts to eligible households in the East Bay and San Joaquin Valley
- [In Northern California, Ava Community Energy Debuts SmartHome Battery, a Residential Solar + Storage Program](https://avaenergy.org/news/in-northern-california-ava-community-energy-debuts-smarthome-battery-a-residential-solar-storage-program/): The $11+ million program offers residents two incentives to install a home battery that will connect with Ava’s VPP as a collective grid resource
- [Ava Community Energy Brings Energy Choice to Unincorporated San Joaquin County](https://avaenergy.org/news/ava-community-energy-brings-energy-choice-to-unincorporated-san-joaquin-county/): Approximately 60,000 customer accounts will be automatically enrolled in May 2026
- [NLR Names Ava Community Energy One of the Top Green Power Providers in the U.S.](https://avaenergy.org/news/nlr-names-ava-community-energy-one-of-the-top-green-power-providers-in-the-u-s/): Ava Community Energy recognized as a top green power provider, ranking third in green pricing sales and second in green power customer count among Community Choice Aggregators nationwide
- [Ava Community Energy Launches Electric Vehicle Fast Charging Station Network Aimed at Bringing Accessibility to Current and Future EV Users](https://avaenergy.org/news/ava-community-energy-launches-electric-vehicle-fast-charging-station-network-aimed-at-bringing-accessibility-to-current-and-future-ev-users/): Ava’s First Station is the Largest Non-Tesla Fast Charging Station in Northern California
- [Ava Community Energy Saves Stockton and Lathrop Customers More Than $4.4M in First Six Months of Service](https://avaenergy.org/news/ava-community-energy-saves-stockton-and-lathrop-customers-more-than-4-4m-in-first-six-months-of-service/): Local not-for-profit electricity provider delivers on promise of clean energy at lower rates.
- [Ava Community Energy Debuts One of the Nation’s Largest E-Bike Rebate Programs with a Pledge of $10 Million to Help Drive the Purchase of over 9,000 E-bikes](https://avaenergy.org/news/ava-community-energy-debuts-one-of-the-nations-largest-e-bike-rebate-programs-with-a-pledge-of-10-million-to-help-drive-the-purchase-of-over-9000-e-bikes/): Program seeks to expand affordable access to e-bikes to support fun, sustainable trips
- [Ava Community Energy Launches Ava SmartHome Charging to Reward Drivers for Charging Vehicles with Clean Energy](https://avaenergy.org/news/ava-launches-ava-smarthome-charging/): Oakland, CA - May 8, 2025 – Ava Community Energy (Ava) today announced the launch of Ava SmartHome Charging, a new program to reward electric vehicle (EV) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) drivers for charging their vehicles on clean energy. In partnership with Optiwatt, a trusted provider of managed charging technology, Ava drivers can earn up to $100 in incentives in the first year while potentially lowering their monthly energy bill by an average of $140 per year. 
- [Ava Community Energy Announces Ambitious Virtual Power Plant Initiative to Help its 2M Customers Optimize Their Energy Investments While Relieving Stress on the Grid](https://avaenergy.org/news/ava-announces-virtual-power-plant-initiative/): Oakland, CA April 24, 2025 – Ava Community Energy (Ava) today announced the launch of its comprehensive Virtual Power Plant (VPP) strategy. VPPs are systems that aggregate distributed energy resources (DERS), such as electric vehicles and home batteries, so they can be controlled remotely to enhance grid reliability and lower costs. 
- [Ava Community Energy Earns Great Place To Work Certification™ Second Year Running](https://avaenergy.org/news/ava-community-energy-earns-great-place-to-work-certification-second-year-running/): Oakland, CA (March 18, 2025) - Ava Community Energy (Ava), is proud to be Certified® by the Great Place To Work® for the second year in a row. The prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Ava. This year, 92% of employees said it’s a great place to work – 35 points higher than the average U.S. company.
- [Oakland Roots and Soul SC Announces Partnership Renewal with Ava Community Energy](https://avaenergy.org/news/oakland-roots-and-soul-sc-announces-partnership-renewal-with-ava-community-energy/): Oakland, CA - February 26, 2025 – Oakland Roots and Soul Sports Club renewed its partnership with founding partner, Ava Community Energy (Ava), formerly known as East Bay Community Energy (EBCE), ahead of the 2025 season. Ava, the club’s official clean energy partner, has been a sponsor of Oakland Roots and Oakland Soul since each team’s inception. Ava is a public agency based in Oakland providing clean energy throughout Alameda County and parts of the San Joaquin Valley. 
- [Electricity provider Ava Community Energy brings savings to Stockton and Lathrop](https://avaenergy.org/news/electricity-provider-ava-community-energy-brings-savings-to-stockton-and-lathrop/): All residents and businesses will be automatically enrolled in April 
- [Press Release: Ava Community Energy Kicks Off the New Year by Issuing $22MM in Bill Credits to its Customers](https://avaenergy.org/news/press-release-ava-community-energy-kicks-off-the-new-year-by-issuing-22mm-in-bill-credits-to-its-customers/): Oakland, Calif. (January 16, 2025) – Ava Community Energy (Ava), today announced that they have begun issuing $22 million in credits back to its customers through the agency’s bill credits. One of the nation’s top green power providers, Ava’s reinvestment in its ratepayers reflects the agency’s ongoing commitment to expanding access to reliable and affordable energy across Alameda and San Joaquin Counties.
- [New energy provider can help Stockton, Lathrop residents save money starting in April 2025](https://avaenergy.org/news/new-energy-provider-can-help-stockton-lathrop-residents-save-money-starting-in-april-2025/): By Hannah Workman in The Stockton Record
- [In Northern California, a New Pilot Program from Ava Community Energy Seeks to Better Understand the Impact of Gas Stoves on Indoor Air Quality](https://avaenergy.org/news/in-northern-california-a-new-pilot-program-from-ava-community-energy-seeks-to-better-understand-the-impact-of-gas-stoves-on-indoor-air-quality/):  The pilot program provides participants with free induction stove replacements for their existing gas stoves 
- [EDP Renewables Cuts Ribbon on Scarlet I Solar Energy Park in Fresno County, CA](https://avaenergy.org/news/edp-renewables-cuts-ribbon-on-scarlet-i-solar-energy-park-in-fresno-county-ca/): 240 megawatt solar and energy storage project marks expansion into the Central Valley and greater California.
- [Ava Community Energy partners with Prologis to develop five local community solar projects](https://avaenergy.org/news/ava-community-energy-partners-with-prologis-to-develop-five-local-community-solar-projects/): Ava has selected Prologis for the development of five solar projects, in accordance with California’s Disadvantaged Communities Green Tariff (DAC-GT) program.
- [Ava Community Energy Names Howard Chang as New CEO](https://avaenergy.org/news/ava-community-energy-names-howard-chang-as-new-ceo/): Formerly COO at Ava Community Energy, Chang holds more than 20 years of renewable energy, business development and finance experience

## Solicitations
- [Print and Mailing Services Request for Proposals](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/print-and-mailing-services-request-for-proposals/)
- [Ava Community Energy / San José Clean Energy 2026 RFO for Long Term Energy Resources](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/2026rfo/)
- [2026 Disadvantaged Community Green Tariff Request for Offers (DAC-GT RFO)](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/2026-dac-rfo/)
- [Marketing and Communications Services Request for Proposals](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/marketing-and-communications-services-including-public-relations-campaign-support-media-planning-event-support-and-digital-accessibility-support/)
- [Request for Proposals (RFP) for Customer Programs Roadmap](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/customer-programs-roadmap-rfp/)
- [2026-2030 Resource Adequacy Request for Offers](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/2026-2030-resource-adequacy-request-for-offers/)
- [RFP for Credit Facility](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/rfp-for-credit-facility/)
- [RFP for Legal Services](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/rfp-for-legal-services/)
- [Request for Qualification (RFQ) for Energy Resilient Municipal Critical Facilities PV & BESS Infrastructure Project](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/request-for-qualification-rfq-for-energy-resilient-municipal-critical-facilities-pv-bess-infrastructure-project/)
- [2025 Resource Adequacy Request for Bids](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/2025-resource-adequacy-request-for-bids/)
- [Ava Community Energy / San José Clean Energy  2024 Long-Term Resource Request for Offers](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/2024rfo/)
- [Request for Proposals – Printing and Mailing Services](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/request-for-proposals-printing-and-mailing-services/)
- [Final RFP and Addendum #1 &#2 from EBCE, PCE, SVCE, & SVP for Distributed Resource Adequacy Capacity](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/final-rfp-and-addendum-1-2-from-ebce-pce-svce-svp-for-distributed-resource-adequacy-capacity/)
- [Kitchen Electrification Grant](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/kitchen-electrification-grant/)
- [RFP for Accounts Receivable Recovery Agent](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/rfp-for-accounts-receivable-recovery-agent/)
- [Request for Qualifications – Special Counsel](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/request-for-qualifications-special-counsel/)
- [Request for Proposals – Technical Energy Services](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/request-for-proposals-technical-energy-services/)
- [Request for Offers – Oakland Clean Energy Initiative](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/request-for-offers-oakland-clean-energy-initiative/)
- [Request for Proposals – 2018 California Renewable Energy](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/request-for-proposals-2018-california-renewable-energy/)
- [Request for Proposals for Graphic and Web Design Services](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/request-for-proposals-for-graphic-and-web-design-services/)
- [Request For Proposals for Financial Audit Services for Fiscal Year 2019](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/request-for-proposals-for-financial-audit-services-for-fiscal-year-2019/)
- [Request for Proposals for Accounting of Green House Gas Emissions from Retail Electric Service](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/request-for-proposals-for-accounting-of-green-house-gas-emissions-from-retail-electric-service/)
- [Request for Applications – Community Outreach Grant Pilot Program](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/request-for-applications-community-outreach-grant-pilot-program/)
- [Request for Information – New Resource Adequacy and/or Peak Energy](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/request-for-information-new-resource-adequacy-and-or-peak-energy/)
- [Request for Proposals – Municipal Fleet Electrification Study](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/request-for-proposals-municipal-fleet-electrification-study/)
- [Request for Proposals for Joint CCA Integrated Resource Plan Consulting Services](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/request-for-proposals-for-joint-cca-integrated-resource-plan-consulting-services/)
- [Request for Proposals from EBCE and SVCE for Energy Prepayment Program](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/request-for-proposals-from-ebce-and-svce-for-energy-prepayment-program/)
- [Human Resource Generalist/Brokerage Services and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Consulting services](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/human-resource-generalist-brokerage-services-and-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-consulting-services/)
- [Call for Earth Day Art 2020](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/call-for-earth-day-art-2020/)
- [Request for Qualifications: Salesforce Implementation](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/request-for-qualifications-salesforce-implementation/)
- [Residential Pay-for-Performance Standard Offer 2020 Request for Qualifications](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/residential-pay-for-performance-standard-offer-2020-request-for-qualifications/)
- [2020 Renewable Energy & Storage Request for Offers](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/2020-renewable-energy-storage-request-for-offers/)
- [RFP for Contract Management and Deal Capture Tool](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/rfp-for-contract-management-and-deal-capture-tool/)
- [RFP for Call Center and Data Management Services](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/rfp-for-call-center-and-data-management-services/)
- [RFP for Engineering and Project Development Services](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/rfp-for-engineering-and-project-development-services/)
- [RFP for Energy Storage Optimization and Bidding Software](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/rfp-for-energy-storage-optimization-and-bidding-software/)
- [Request for quotes to purchase a commercial real estate property](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/request-for-quotes-to-purchase-a-commercial-real-estate-property/)
- [RFP for Scheduling Coordinator](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/rfp-for-scheduling-coordinator/)
- [RFP for Induction Cooking Lending and Education Services](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/rfp-for-induction-cooking-lending-and-education-services/)
- [2021 Disadvantaged Community & Community Solar Green Tariff Request for Offers](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/2021-disadvantaged-community-community-solar-green-tariff-request-for-offers/)
- [Request for Proposal (RFP) for Integrated Resource Planning Consulting Services](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/request-for-proposal-rfp-for-integrated-resource-planning-consulting-services/)
- [Request for Proposal (RFP) for East Bay Community Energy Financial Accounting Services](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/request-for-proposal-rfp-for-east-bay-community-energy-financial-accounting-services/)
- [Request for Qualifications for East Bay Community Energy Authority Property Management Services and Construction Management Services](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/request-for-qualifications-for-east-bay-community-energy-authority-property-management-services-and-construction-management-services/)
- [2022 Resource Adequacy Request for Offers](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/2022-resource-adequacy-request-for-offers/)
- [Joint CCA Request for Proposal for Joint CCA Resource Adequacy Portfolio Management Services](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/joint-cca-request-for-proposal-for-joint-cca-resource-adequacy-portfolio-management-services/)
- [Request for Proposal for East Bay Community Energy Authority Revolving Credit Agreement Services](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/request-for-proposal-for-east-bay-community-energy-authority-revolving-credit-agreement-services/)
- [Energy Storage Optimization and Bidding Cloud Software or Scheduling Coordinator Services](https://avaenergy.org/solicitation/energy-storage-optimization-and-bidding-cloud-software-or-scheduling-coordinator-services/)