Energy Conservation
Ready to convert to electric? See our Induction Cooktop Rental Program. Ready for Solar? See our partnership program with SunShares.
Our Climate Action Energy Goal
Reduce energy emissions 55% below 2005 levels by 2030.
Our Progress
As of 2021 we have reduced our energy emissions by 43% from 2005 levels, to reach our Climate Action Goal, we need to reduce our energy emissions by an additional 12% by 2030.
Our Plan
- Improve energy efficiency and increase electrification of existing and new buildings
- Promote renewable energy opportunities and programs
- Increase energy efficiencies and proportion of electricity from renewable sources in municipal buildings
- Conserve water to reduce energy use
Electrify your home and help us reach our goal
Electrification is replacing gas appliances with electric appliances.
Environmental Impact
Generating electricity produces fewer greenhouse gases compared to fossil fuels. By switching to electric appliances, you are helping Millbrae take climate action.
Cost Savings
Electric appliances are often more efficient than gas appliances saving money on your gas and electric bill. The cost of electricity is also more stable compared to gas prices.
Health Benefits
Switching from gas to electric appliances have great health impacts. Gas appliances especially when used inside can worsen air quality significantly and impact respiratory health.
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| Homeowner |
See if you qualify for any rebates using the Switch is On Incentive Lookup Tool (LINK) | |||||||||||
| Renter | Get a professional home energy audit to learn about your home Ask your Property Manager to switch fossil fuel using appliances to electric, bring up home energy audit results Borrow our Loaner Induction Cooktop for 1 week Conserve energy by switching to LED light bulbs or using smart power strips | |||||||||||
| Property Owner/ Business | Get a professional energy audit to learn about your building Switch out old gas-powered appliances and replace them with electric or energy efficient ones Install heat pumps for heating and cooling and electric water heaters for hot water Install electric induction stoves or conventional electric ranges Install solar panels to generate your own energy Improve insulation and windows Upgrade your electrical systems to make sure your panel can handle the increased load from conversions to electric |
City of Millbrae Electrification Rebates/ Incentives:
Our Partners Electrification Rebates:
- There are many electrification rebates available through our partners Peninsula Clean Energy and Bay Area Regional Energy Network. Please visit both sites to see if any apply to you.
- Energy Audit: HOMEintel is a program through PG&E that offers a free Smart Audit account and a personal energy coach at no cost HOMEintel Website (LINK).
Incentive Search Engine: Use the Switch in On Incentive Lookup Tool (LINK) to see all possible rebates available in your area code.