Ava Community Energy
@avaenergy.org
Powering Alameda County and the Valley – your local, not-for-profit electricity supplier. Green power, low rates, community involvement & local programs. AvaEnergy.org
CEO Howard Chang: @ceo.avaenergy.org
CEO Howard Chang: @ceo.avaenergy.org
Ava has helped 2,746 people get on e-bikes since last July. Apply for Ava Bike Electric for a chance to receive an instant rebate of $400 to $1,500 off a new e-bike. Drawings take place every month through September 2026.
Visit AvaEnergy.org/bike-electric or the link in our bio to apply!
Visit AvaEnergy.org/bike-electric or the link in our bio to apply!
January 12, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Ava has helped 2,746 people get on e-bikes since last July. Apply for Ava Bike Electric for a chance to receive an instant rebate of $400 to $1,500 off a new e-bike. Drawings take place every month through September 2026.
Visit AvaEnergy.org/bike-electric or the link in our bio to apply!
Visit AvaEnergy.org/bike-electric or the link in our bio to apply!
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Another 2,746 e-bikes are on East Bay streets, thanks to rebates from @avaenergy.org and @alamedacountyca.bsky.social.
You can sign up for the monthly rebate drawing at avaenergy.org.
oaklandside.org/2026/01/08/a...
You can sign up for the monthly rebate drawing at avaenergy.org.
oaklandside.org/2026/01/08/a...
Over 2,000 East Bay residents bought e-bikes with vouchers in the last 6 months
A $10 million fund from Ava Community Energy and Alameda County was used to reimburse e-bike buyers. Meanwhile, a new study shows laws haven’t kept up with e-bike collision risks.
oaklandside.org
January 9, 2026 at 4:57 PM
Another 2,746 e-bikes are on East Bay streets, thanks to rebates from @avaenergy.org and @alamedacountyca.bsky.social.
You can sign up for the monthly rebate drawing at avaenergy.org.
oaklandside.org/2026/01/08/a...
You can sign up for the monthly rebate drawing at avaenergy.org.
oaklandside.org/2026/01/08/a...
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2025 was an eventful year of advocacy in Sacramento. From affordability, to decarbonization, to local development, we take a look back in this article at key pieces of legislation Ava supported and preview opportunities that lie ahead for community choice.
Read more:
AvaEnergy.org/2025-leg-sess
Read more:
AvaEnergy.org/2025-leg-sess
December 29, 2025 at 5:01 PM
2025 was an eventful year of advocacy in Sacramento. From affordability, to decarbonization, to local development, we take a look back in this article at key pieces of legislation Ava supported and preview opportunities that lie ahead for community choice.
Read more:
AvaEnergy.org/2025-leg-sess
Read more:
AvaEnergy.org/2025-leg-sess
Our next Ava Bike Electric drawing is tomorrow! 🚲⚡️💸
Apply by 11:59 PM tonight to be in this month's drawing for a chance to receive an instant rebate of $400 to $1,500 off a new e-bike.
Drawings take place every month through 09/26. Visit AvaEnergy.org/bike-electric or the link in our bio to apply!
Apply by 11:59 PM tonight to be in this month's drawing for a chance to receive an instant rebate of $400 to $1,500 off a new e-bike.
Drawings take place every month through 09/26. Visit AvaEnergy.org/bike-electric or the link in our bio to apply!
December 22, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Our next Ava Bike Electric drawing is tomorrow! 🚲⚡️💸
Apply by 11:59 PM tonight to be in this month's drawing for a chance to receive an instant rebate of $400 to $1,500 off a new e-bike.
Drawings take place every month through 09/26. Visit AvaEnergy.org/bike-electric or the link in our bio to apply!
Apply by 11:59 PM tonight to be in this month's drawing for a chance to receive an instant rebate of $400 to $1,500 off a new e-bike.
Drawings take place every month through 09/26. Visit AvaEnergy.org/bike-electric or the link in our bio to apply!
Wishing everyone a happy, healthy, and relaxing holiday season (powered by efficient LED lights)✨
December 12, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Wishing everyone a happy, healthy, and relaxing holiday season (powered by efficient LED lights)✨
Our next Ava Bike Electric drawing is tomorrow! 🚲⚡️💸
Apply by 11:59 PM tonight to be in this month's drawing for a chance to receive an instant rebate of $400 to $1,500 off a new e-bike.
Drawings take place every month through 09/26. Visit AvaEnergy.org/bike-electric or the link in our bio to apply!
Apply by 11:59 PM tonight to be in this month's drawing for a chance to receive an instant rebate of $400 to $1,500 off a new e-bike.
Drawings take place every month through 09/26. Visit AvaEnergy.org/bike-electric or the link in our bio to apply!
November 24, 2025 at 10:45 PM
Our next Ava Bike Electric drawing is tomorrow! 🚲⚡️💸
Apply by 11:59 PM tonight to be in this month's drawing for a chance to receive an instant rebate of $400 to $1,500 off a new e-bike.
Drawings take place every month through 09/26. Visit AvaEnergy.org/bike-electric or the link in our bio to apply!
Apply by 11:59 PM tonight to be in this month's drawing for a chance to receive an instant rebate of $400 to $1,500 off a new e-bike.
Drawings take place every month through 09/26. Visit AvaEnergy.org/bike-electric or the link in our bio to apply!
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Electrified to cheer on our neighbors in #oakland at a ribbon cutting for the largest EV charging project of its kind in Northern California, made possible by @avaenergy.org! The success of this effort bodes well for #berkeley in the future! 🔌 ⚡️
November 19, 2025 at 9:56 PM
Electrified to cheer on our neighbors in #oakland at a ribbon cutting for the largest EV charging project of its kind in Northern California, made possible by @avaenergy.org! The success of this effort bodes well for #berkeley in the future! 🔌 ⚡️
⚡ Where does Ava's power actually come from?
Meet SunZia, coming online in Q3 of 2026. We have a 15-year contract for 250 MW of clean, carbon-free electricity from SunZia.
Meet SunZia, coming online in Q3 of 2026. We have a 15-year contract for 250 MW of clean, carbon-free electricity from SunZia.
November 21, 2025 at 8:00 PM
⚡ Where does Ava's power actually come from?
Meet SunZia, coming online in Q3 of 2026. We have a 15-year contract for 250 MW of clean, carbon-free electricity from SunZia.
Meet SunZia, coming online in Q3 of 2026. We have a 15-year contract for 250 MW of clean, carbon-free electricity from SunZia.
Ava is considering changing our rates in relation to PG&E’s rates for 2026.
We invite you to share your thoughts on Ava’s 2026 electric generation rates and our value proposition.
Register for a webinar, submit public comment by email, or provide comments at a public meeting: AvaEnergy.org/rates
We invite you to share your thoughts on Ava’s 2026 electric generation rates and our value proposition.
Register for a webinar, submit public comment by email, or provide comments at a public meeting: AvaEnergy.org/rates
November 20, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Ava is considering changing our rates in relation to PG&E’s rates for 2026.
We invite you to share your thoughts on Ava’s 2026 electric generation rates and our value proposition.
Register for a webinar, submit public comment by email, or provide comments at a public meeting: AvaEnergy.org/rates
We invite you to share your thoughts on Ava’s 2026 electric generation rates and our value proposition.
Register for a webinar, submit public comment by email, or provide comments at a public meeting: AvaEnergy.org/rates
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Our latest newsletter is out:
➡️ How Ava is responding to changing federal priorities
➡️ Early insights from our e-bike rebate program
➡️ Fremont chooses 100% renewable energy
➡️ Board Chair Betsy Andersen's vision for accessible, affordable decarbonization
Read more: https://lnks.gd/2/35LZ-MM
➡️ How Ava is responding to changing federal priorities
➡️ Early insights from our e-bike rebate program
➡️ Fremont chooses 100% renewable energy
➡️ Board Chair Betsy Andersen's vision for accessible, affordable decarbonization
Read more: https://lnks.gd/2/35LZ-MM
November 17, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Our latest newsletter is out:
➡️ How Ava is responding to changing federal priorities
➡️ Early insights from our e-bike rebate program
➡️ Fremont chooses 100% renewable energy
➡️ Board Chair Betsy Andersen's vision for accessible, affordable decarbonization
Read more: https://lnks.gd/2/35LZ-MM
➡️ How Ava is responding to changing federal priorities
➡️ Early insights from our e-bike rebate program
➡️ Fremont chooses 100% renewable energy
➡️ Board Chair Betsy Andersen's vision for accessible, affordable decarbonization
Read more: https://lnks.gd/2/35LZ-MM
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🚨 The newest CalCCA Monthly Aggregator is here! In this issue:
📜 @svcleanenergy.bsky.social closes $845 million prepay deal
🔌 @sonomacleanpower.bsky.social secures $5 million grant for energy access
💵 @avaenergy.org saves millions of dollars
📰 Read it now: mailchi.mp/cal-cca.org/...
📜 @svcleanenergy.bsky.social closes $845 million prepay deal
🔌 @sonomacleanpower.bsky.social secures $5 million grant for energy access
💵 @avaenergy.org saves millions of dollars
📰 Read it now: mailchi.mp/cal-cca.org/...
November 12, 2025 at 6:22 PM
🚨 The newest CalCCA Monthly Aggregator is here! In this issue:
📜 @svcleanenergy.bsky.social closes $845 million prepay deal
🔌 @sonomacleanpower.bsky.social secures $5 million grant for energy access
💵 @avaenergy.org saves millions of dollars
📰 Read it now: mailchi.mp/cal-cca.org/...
📜 @svcleanenergy.bsky.social closes $845 million prepay deal
🔌 @sonomacleanpower.bsky.social secures $5 million grant for energy access
💵 @avaenergy.org saves millions of dollars
📰 Read it now: mailchi.mp/cal-cca.org/...
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@avaenergy.org staff gave a fabulous presentation at the Berkeley Disaster Preparedness Neighborhood Network - BDPNN monthly meeting in #district4. Thanks for having us!
October 31, 2025 at 5:33 PM
@avaenergy.org staff gave a fabulous presentation at the Berkeley Disaster Preparedness Neighborhood Network - BDPNN monthly meeting in #district4. Thanks for having us!
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I ❤️ this ebike rebate program but note that it's for everyone in Alameda County so not only Berkeleyans can apply!
avaenergy.org/go-electric/...
An Contra Costa County ebike rebate program that's been available for even longer is here too:
511contracosta.org/biking/elect...
avaenergy.org/go-electric/...
An Contra Costa County ebike rebate program that's been available for even longer is here too:
511contracosta.org/biking/elect...
October 31, 2025 at 5:18 AM
I ❤️ this ebike rebate program but note that it's for everyone in Alameda County so not only Berkeleyans can apply!
avaenergy.org/go-electric/...
An Contra Costa County ebike rebate program that's been available for even longer is here too:
511contracosta.org/biking/elect...
avaenergy.org/go-electric/...
An Contra Costa County ebike rebate program that's been available for even longer is here too:
511contracosta.org/biking/elect...
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🌱 Five of WalletHub’s Top 10 Greenest Cities in the U.S. are powered by community choice energy ⚡️
🏆 #1 San José — San José Clean Energy
🏙️ #3 Oakland — Ava Community Energy
🌴 #4 Irvine — OCPA
🌉 #5 San Francisco — CleanPowerSF
🌊 #7 San Diego — SDCP
Full list ⬇️
wallethub.com/edu/most-lea...
🏆 #1 San José — San José Clean Energy
🏙️ #3 Oakland — Ava Community Energy
🌴 #4 Irvine — OCPA
🌉 #5 San Francisco — CleanPowerSF
🌊 #7 San Diego — SDCP
Full list ⬇️
wallethub.com/edu/most-lea...
October 30, 2025 at 4:22 PM
🌱 Five of WalletHub’s Top 10 Greenest Cities in the U.S. are powered by community choice energy ⚡️
🏆 #1 San José — San José Clean Energy
🏙️ #3 Oakland — Ava Community Energy
🌴 #4 Irvine — OCPA
🌉 #5 San Francisco — CleanPowerSF
🌊 #7 San Diego — SDCP
Full list ⬇️
wallethub.com/edu/most-lea...
🏆 #1 San José — San José Clean Energy
🏙️ #3 Oakland — Ava Community Energy
🌴 #4 Irvine — OCPA
🌉 #5 San Francisco — CleanPowerSF
🌊 #7 San Diego — SDCP
Full list ⬇️
wallethub.com/edu/most-lea...
Our next Ava Bike Electric random drawing is tomorrow! 🚲⚡️💸
Apply by 11:59 PM tonight for this month's drawing for a chance to receive an instant rebate of $400 to $1,500 off a new e-bike.
If you miss this round, don’t stress…drawings take place monthly through Sept 2026: AvaEnergy.org/bike-electric
Apply by 11:59 PM tonight for this month's drawing for a chance to receive an instant rebate of $400 to $1,500 off a new e-bike.
If you miss this round, don’t stress…drawings take place monthly through Sept 2026: AvaEnergy.org/bike-electric
October 27, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Our next Ava Bike Electric random drawing is tomorrow! 🚲⚡️💸
Apply by 11:59 PM tonight for this month's drawing for a chance to receive an instant rebate of $400 to $1,500 off a new e-bike.
If you miss this round, don’t stress…drawings take place monthly through Sept 2026: AvaEnergy.org/bike-electric
Apply by 11:59 PM tonight for this month's drawing for a chance to receive an instant rebate of $400 to $1,500 off a new e-bike.
If you miss this round, don’t stress…drawings take place monthly through Sept 2026: AvaEnergy.org/bike-electric
Happy Heat Pump Water Heater (HPWH) Day! 💧 HPWH are...
💧 Energy-efficient: using up to 70% less electricity than traditional water heaters
💧 Eligible for rebates & incentives
💧 Smart tech ready
💧 Able to work efficiently for 10–15 years
Image courtesy of Hot Water Solutions. #HPWHday #AWHI
💧 Energy-efficient: using up to 70% less electricity than traditional water heaters
💧 Eligible for rebates & incentives
💧 Smart tech ready
💧 Able to work efficiently for 10–15 years
Image courtesy of Hot Water Solutions. #HPWHday #AWHI
October 23, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Join us on Saturday, 11/8, from 11am-3pm at Coliseum BART for a free E-Bike Test & Ride event hosted by Ava and Bike East Bay 🚲⚡
Test ride e-bikes on a closed course, meet local bike shops, and learn how Ava Bike Electric rebates work. Family-friendly and free to attend.
RSVP: bit.ly/ebike-ride
Test ride e-bikes on a closed course, meet local bike shops, and learn how Ava Bike Electric rebates work. Family-friendly and free to attend.
RSVP: bit.ly/ebike-ride
October 21, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Join us on Saturday, 11/8, from 11am-3pm at Coliseum BART for a free E-Bike Test & Ride event hosted by Ava and Bike East Bay 🚲⚡
Test ride e-bikes on a closed course, meet local bike shops, and learn how Ava Bike Electric rebates work. Family-friendly and free to attend.
RSVP: bit.ly/ebike-ride
Test ride e-bikes on a closed course, meet local bike shops, and learn how Ava Bike Electric rebates work. Family-friendly and free to attend.
RSVP: bit.ly/ebike-ride
👏🚲👏 Apply for an Ava Bike Electric instant rebate if you live in Alameda County OR are an Ava customer in Tracy, Stockton, or Lathrop!
I just picked up my new ebike thanks to a generous instant rebate from @avaenergy.org. Apply for your own rebate if you live in Alameda County at avaenergy.org/go-electric/... #fursuit
October 14, 2025 at 5:15 PM
👏🚲👏 Apply for an Ava Bike Electric instant rebate if you live in Alameda County OR are an Ava customer in Tracy, Stockton, or Lathrop!
Electricity rates just decreased, but we're all still feeling the effects of the last few years of increases. We’ve gathered information to help understand PG&E rate changes, how they affect Ava customers, and options to manage your energy costs: AvaEnergy.org/insight/pge-rate-increases-explained
October 14, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Electricity rates just decreased, but we're all still feeling the effects of the last few years of increases. We’ve gathered information to help understand PG&E rate changes, how they affect Ava customers, and options to manage your energy costs: AvaEnergy.org/insight/pge-rate-increases-explained
Fall is bringing lower energy bills!
In September, electricity rates decreased by 2.1% for all Ava and PG&E customers. For an average household in our service area, that means monthly bills will decrease by $3-$5. Higher summer rates also ended on 9/30.
Thank you for being an Ava customer ⚡🤗
In September, electricity rates decreased by 2.1% for all Ava and PG&E customers. For an average household in our service area, that means monthly bills will decrease by $3-$5. Higher summer rates also ended on 9/30.
Thank you for being an Ava customer ⚡🤗
October 9, 2025 at 6:36 PM
Fall is bringing lower energy bills!
In September, electricity rates decreased by 2.1% for all Ava and PG&E customers. For an average household in our service area, that means monthly bills will decrease by $3-$5. Higher summer rates also ended on 9/30.
Thank you for being an Ava customer ⚡🤗
In September, electricity rates decreased by 2.1% for all Ava and PG&E customers. For an average household in our service area, that means monthly bills will decrease by $3-$5. Higher summer rates also ended on 9/30.
Thank you for being an Ava customer ⚡🤗
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Have you heard about @avaenergy.org’s Bike Electric Rebate Program? You can apply online for a monthly lottery to get $400 to $1,500 off the purchase of a new electric bicycle – with larger amounts helping lower income residents! 🚲
More Info: berkeleyca.gov/community-re...
More Info: berkeleyca.gov/community-re...
October 8, 2025 at 11:20 PM
Have you heard about @avaenergy.org’s Bike Electric Rebate Program? You can apply online for a monthly lottery to get $400 to $1,500 off the purchase of a new electric bicycle – with larger amounts helping lower income residents! 🚲
More Info: berkeleyca.gov/community-re...
More Info: berkeleyca.gov/community-re...
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Looking for a new ride?
Ava Community Energy is holding a monthly lottery until next fall to give rebates ranging between $400 and $1500 to help you buy an e-bike from a local store.
Learn how you can apply and join the growing community of e-bike users in Berkeley:
Ava Community Energy is holding a monthly lottery until next fall to give rebates ranging between $400 and $1500 to help you buy an e-bike from a local store.
Learn how you can apply and join the growing community of e-bike users in Berkeley:
Apply for subsidy to buy an electric bicycle | City of Berkeley
Berkeley residents can enter monthly lottery to win rebate of up to $1,500 to buy an e-bike, making it even easier to bike around Berkeley. Berkeleyans can apply online for a monthly lottery to get $400 to $1,500 off the purchase of a new electric bicycle – with larger amounts helping lower income residents.The rebate will cover part of the cost of your new e-bike. Those selected will receive a personalized rebate code via email to buy an e-bike within 60 days from one of more than two dozen shops countywide – including five in Berkeley.This program is being offered by Ava Community Energy, the local electricity provider for virtually all residential and commercial accounts in Berkeley.
berkeleyca.gov
October 5, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Looking for a new ride?
Ava Community Energy is holding a monthly lottery until next fall to give rebates ranging between $400 and $1500 to help you buy an e-bike from a local store.
Learn how you can apply and join the growing community of e-bike users in Berkeley:
Ava Community Energy is holding a monthly lottery until next fall to give rebates ranging between $400 and $1500 to help you buy an e-bike from a local store.
Learn how you can apply and join the growing community of e-bike users in Berkeley:
Ava Charge is here! ⚡ Charge your electric vehicle using renewable energy at our first charging station, featuring 31 fast charging connectors.
Visit the Oakland City Center West Garage at 1231 Jefferson Street. Bonus: parking fees are waived while you charge.
Visit the Oakland City Center West Garage at 1231 Jefferson Street. Bonus: parking fees are waived while you charge.
September 30, 2025 at 5:52 PM
Ava Charge is here! ⚡ Charge your electric vehicle using renewable energy at our first charging station, featuring 31 fast charging connectors.
Visit the Oakland City Center West Garage at 1231 Jefferson Street. Bonus: parking fees are waived while you charge.
Visit the Oakland City Center West Garage at 1231 Jefferson Street. Bonus: parking fees are waived while you charge.
Our 3rd Ava Bike Electric random drawing is tomorrow! 🚲⚡️💸
Submit your application by 11:59pm tonight to be included in this month's drawing for a chance to receive an instant rebate of $400 to $1,500 off a new e-bike.
Learn more and apply: AvaEnergy.org/bike-electric
Submit your application by 11:59pm tonight to be included in this month's drawing for a chance to receive an instant rebate of $400 to $1,500 off a new e-bike.
Learn more and apply: AvaEnergy.org/bike-electric
September 22, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Our 3rd Ava Bike Electric random drawing is tomorrow! 🚲⚡️💸
Submit your application by 11:59pm tonight to be included in this month's drawing for a chance to receive an instant rebate of $400 to $1,500 off a new e-bike.
Learn more and apply: AvaEnergy.org/bike-electric
Submit your application by 11:59pm tonight to be included in this month's drawing for a chance to receive an instant rebate of $400 to $1,500 off a new e-bike.
Learn more and apply: AvaEnergy.org/bike-electric