Electrify Your Life

Make the switch to energy-efficient solutions

National Drive Electric Month Sept. 11–Oct. 12

Thinking about making the switch to an electric vehicle? This National Drive Electric Month, CEC is helping Central Coast residents explore EVs, find available incentives, and get answers to their questions.

Get personalized EV help Fill out our EV assistance form and connect with CEC for guidance on making the switch.

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Meet us in the community
Find CEC at car shows and outreach events in San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties during National Drive Electric Month.

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Join an EV webinar
Learn about EVs, incentives, and charging from home at our English and Spanish webinars on Sept. 23 and Oct. 23.

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CEC offers free personalized support and resources to help you make the switch to green tech solutions like electric vehicles, electric vehicle charging, and solar.

Regardless of whether you own or rent - or plan to lease or buy - we can help you navigate tax credits and incentive programs that can be stacked to make going electric affordable. See below to get started.

Electrify Your Life has helped nearly 3,000 residents, businesses, and nonprofits affordably make the switch to energy efficient solutions.

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Find Incentives to Make Going Electric More Affordable

NEW: $3,500 Incentive for Your First EV

California's new MyFirstEV program offers:

$3,500 off a new zero-emission vehicle
$1,750 off a qualifying used zero-emission vehicle

The savings are applied directly at the dealership, with no application or waiting required. The program is currently available through select automakers, with more expected to join in the coming months.

You may be able to combine MyFirstEV with other available incentives for even more savings. CEC can help you find incentives you may qualify for and navigate the process.

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General Assistance

Fill out the form below and a CEC team member will be in touch within a few business days.

EV Assistance

CEC has partnered with Ecology Action’s EVs for Everyone Program to provide technical assistance to people looking to lease or purchase an electric vehicle. Fill out the form and a CEC team member will be in touch within a few business days.

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Success Stories

Blog

Gerrie Clemens Drives a Cleaner Future — While Saving Thousands

As Gerrie brought community members together and learned more about the far-reaching impacts of fossil fuels, she asked herself, “What does it look like to live in alignment with the future we’re fighting for?” The next step felt clear. It was time to say goodbye to her gas-powered car.

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Minimalism in Motion: How a Free E-Bike Helped Ben Live with More Intention

For Ben, the decision to switch from a car to an electric bike came from a deeper desire for balance — to reduce his carbon footprint, live with more intention, and reconnect with the simple joy of moving through the world at his own pace.

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Sachi Cuts Her Car Costs in Half (and Reduces Her Climate Impact)

When Sachi first considered switching to an electric vehicle, her motivation was simple: save money at the pump. But what began as a practical choice quickly became one of the most rewarding and impactful decisions she’s made.

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Charlene’s Shift to Sustainable Transportation

Charlene always loved biking. But after undergoing hip replacement surgery, she knew a traditional bike wouldn’t be as easy or enjoyable as it once was. That’s when an electric bike started to feel like the perfect way to stay active and support the environment, without the physical strain.

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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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The Beros Go All-In on EVs

When Ventura resident Shelley Bero started car shopping in early 2021, she never expected an electric vehicle to be the most affordable and practical choice. That changed after attending a webinar hosted by the Community Environmental Council (CEC), where she learned how EVs are extremely efficient and can deliver significant cost savings.

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