| Proposed Change to Fremont's Default Electric Service Plan | | | | In October 2023, the City adopted an updated Climate Action Plan, Climate Ready Fremont. The plan establishes a goal of reducing community-wide greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 30% below 2018 levels (or 55% below 2005 levels) by the year 2030. One of the highest priority actions identified in the plan is to adopt a policy establishing Ava Community Energy's Renewable 100 as the default electric service plan for Fremont. Ava Community Energy is Fremont's electricity provider, and their Renewable 100 plan includes 100 percent solar and wind energy from California. Fremont's transition to clean electricity is projected to reduce community-wide GHG emissions by an estimated 18% of the total 2030 reductions identified. Adopting Renewable 100 would help achieve that goal. Fremont would become the ninth city in Alameda County to change their default service plan to Renewable 100. Fremont customers would still have the same service plan options as they do now, but they would be enrolled in Renewable 100 unless they selected another plan. This Thursday, June 13, the City's Environmental Sustainability Commission will consider making a recommendation to the Fremont City Council to adopt a resolution establishing Renewable 100 as the default electric service plan for Fremont. To learn more, view the meeting agenda. The City Council is tentatively scheduled to consider the Commission's recommendation and the proposed change in default plan at their regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, June 18. The meeting will take place at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, located at 3300 Capitol Avenue. The meeting will also be held virtually via Zoom. The agenda will be available online at city.fremont.gov/agendacenter no later than Friday, June 14 at 5:00 p.m. It will include a link to a staff report for more information and instructions on how to participate and provide public comment. | | | Fremont's 2024 State of the City Address | | | | If you want to learn more about the issues and opportunities facing the City of Fremont, stay tuned! Fremont Mayor Lily Mei will be presenting the annual State of the City Address on Wednesday, June 26 at 10:00 a.m. at the Fremont Downtown Event Center, located at 3500 Capitol Ave. The event is free and open to the public (no ticket required). The Fremont Chamber of Commerce is hosting this event. In case you can't make it, the State of the City Address will be rebroadcasted on Fremont Cable TV Channel 27, as well as posted to the City website by the end of the following week. | | | Grant Funding for Electric Heat Pumps | | | | The Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD) has launched their Clean HEET Program to help Bay Area homeowners replace their existing, operational, freestanding wood stoves or wood-burning fireplace inserts with electric heat pumps. The goal is to reduce wintertime wood smoke pollution and improve air quality. Up to $2 million in grant funding is available. Individual awards range from $3,000 to $10,500 for one stove/insert, and $6,000 to $13,500 for two stoves/inserts. To learn more about electric heat pumps and how they work, visit this action on the Fremont Green Challenge. To learn more about the Clean HEET Program and to see if you qualify, visit the program webpage. The deadline for accepting applications is July 18. | | | Home Electrification Resources | | | | Did you know that home electrification helps address climate change as it reduces reliance on fossil fuels, significantly lowering greenhouse gas emissions? By switching to electric appliances and renewable energy sources, households can cut their carbon footprint and contribute to cleaner air and a healthier planet. Additionally, home electrification promotes energy efficiency and sustainability, paving the way for a climate ready future. If you are interested in electrifying your home, here are some resources that can help: - Switch Is On Campaign: This is your go-to resource for making the transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions for your home. Explore topics like electric appliances and their advantages, home and on-the-road charging options, tips for a fully electrified home, and more.
- Bay Area Regional Energy Network (BayREN): This is a collaborative effort to promote energy efficiency and sustainability across the Bay Area. It's another excellent resource for exploring rebates related to electrification. Whether you are a homeowner, renter, or business, BayREN offers a range of programs and resources to help you save energy and reduce costs.
- Ava Community Energy Incentive Finder: Fremont's electricity provider, Ava Community Energy, offers this tool that pulls incentives from federal, state, and local sources for items like heat pumps, appliances, windows, doors, solar panels, battery storage systems, and electric vehicles. Search parameters include zip code, renter/homeowner, household income, tax filing status, and household size.
| | | Provide Input on "South Bay Connect" Regional Transit Project | | | | The South Bay Connect (SBC) project aims to enhance the Capitol Corridor passenger rail service with a more direct connection between Oakland and San Jose by relocating trains to the Coast Subdivision (in Ardenwood) and away from Niles and Centerville. A new station would be provided at Fremont's existing Ardenwood Park-and-Ride lot and the existing Centerville Station would remain to support growing service by Altamont Commuter Express (ACE) trains. The Capitol Corridor Joint Powers Authority has prepared a draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the proposed SBC project. The public is encouraged to submit input about the project online and/or by attending upcoming virtual public meetings on June 12 and June 20. The deadline to submit feedback is July 15. To learn more about the project and submit feedback on the draft EIR, visit the South Bay Connect website. | | | Community Classes & Events | | | | Moon Gardening
Date: Wednesday, June 12
Time: 6:00pm-7:30pm
Location: Centerville Library
3801 Nicolet Ave.
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Garden by the light of the moon at the Centerville Library Learning Garden. Gloves, tools, and good vibes will be provided for this garden work party. All ages and experience levels welcome. Hosted by Centerville Library. | | | | Pollinator Week
Date: June 17 to June 23
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Pollinator Week 2024 is taking place from June 17 to June 23! This annual celebration, organized by Pollinator Partnership, is dedicated to promoting pollinator health and raising awareness about how we can protect these vital creatures. By understanding our impact on their habitats and adopting sustainable practices, we can pave the way for a flourishing future. To learn about all the different ways you can celebrate and promote Pollinator Week, visit the Pollinator Week webpage. | | | | Worms: The Hardest Working Pet You Will Ever Have
Date: Monday, June 17
Time: 1:00pm-2:30pm
Location: Fremont Main Library
2400 Stevenson Blvd.
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Do you have a lot of food scraps? Do you live in an apartment? Then worm composting is for you! This workshop will teach the benefits and uses of worm compost. This workshop is intended for elementary school-aged children, and seats are limited. Free tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis and will be handed out 15 minutes before the workshop starts. Hosted by Fremont Main Library. | | | | Save Money on an EV
Date: Monday, June 24
Time: 5:00pm-6:00pm
Location: Online
Learn More & Register Join electric vehicle (EV) experts to learn how you can save thousands on a new or used EV. EVs will be showcased, along with an overview of home and on-the-road charging options. Hosted by Ride and Drive Clean. | | | | Plastic Free July 2024
Date: Month of July
Learn More Next month, celebrate Plastic Free July! This global movement encourages people all around the world to reduce plastic waste and be part of the solution. By participating in the campaign and avoiding single-use plastics for the month of July and moving forward, you can help Fremont become a climate ready community! | | | | Plant and Cutting Swap
Date: Saturday, July 6
Time: 12:00pm-2:00pm
Location: Fremont Main Library
2400 Stevenson Blvd.
Learn More Bring house plant cuttings, extra plants, seed starts, succulents, bulbs, or tubers to share and swap with other gardeners. All types of plants are welcome. Please label each plant and be ready to share basic care information. Hosted by Fremont Main Library. | | | Copyright © 2024 City of Fremont, All rights reserved.
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