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Marilee Krause Secures Her Dream EV
Jaden Gill Jaden Gill

Marilee Krause Secures Her Dream EV

Marilee Krause wanted to transition from her hybrid Prius to an all-electric vehicle, but thought she couldn’t afford to. Then a close friend reached out to see if she was interested in purchasing their 2017 Chevy Bolt. Marilee had heard about financial incentive programs for electric vehicles but wasn’t sure which she qualified for. At her friend’s suggestion, she reached out to the Community Environmental Council.

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Resilience Takes Root in Cuyama
Climate Resilience Jaden Gill Climate Resilience Jaden Gill

Resilience Takes Root in Cuyama

In the remote Cuyama Valley, where emergency services are limited and disasters are increasingly common, Blue Sky Center (BSC) has emerged as a vital Community Resilience Hub. With only a handful of firefighters and police officers serving the area, this rural North Santa Barbara County community, which sits roughly 60 miles from Santa Maria to the west and Bakersfield to the east, depends on local resources to meet urgent needs in an emergency.

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Navigating EV Roadblocks - Webinar Resources Toolkit

Navigating EV Roadblocks - Webinar Resources Toolkit

This webinar is for individuals who understand the basics of driving electric, but need more information before taking the leap. CEC’s Electrify Your Life team and community members who drive an EV answer your questions and help clarify your outstanding concerns so you can start saving money and join the movement to reduce carbon emissions. 

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Make Your Voice Heard: Tell Goleta to Adopt an Electric Vehicle Reach Code

Make Your Voice Heard: Tell Goleta to Adopt an Electric Vehicle Reach Code

On Tuesday, September 3, 2024, the City of Goleta will vote to adopt an EV reach code. EV reach codes are one of the most powerful ways to expand charging access at multifamily properties and workplaces so that renters and those without access to charging at home can more easily and affordably use electric vehicles. We ask for your help to ensure Goleta constructs EV-ready residential and commercial buildings.

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At-Home EV Charging
Alex Hill Alex Hill

At-Home EV Charging

Setting up an electric vehicle (EV) charging station at home can make owning or leasing an EV much more convenient. With all of the current rebates and incentives available, adding an at-home charging station can be quite affordable, and in some cases, free.

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