host Jared Asch speaks with Jenna Tenney and J.B. Ackman from [MCE](https://www.mcecleanenergy.org/), California's first community choice energy provider. The discussion covers MCE's role in providing cost-competitive renewable energy to residents across Marin, Solano, Napa, and Contra Costa Counties, and how it replaces PG&E’s electric generation service. They delve into the benefits of being a local government agency, including tailored services and clean energy programs. The conversation also touches on the importance of electrification, community outreach, energy efficiency, and innovative solutions like [virtual power plants](https://www.mcecleanenergy.org/vpp). The episode underscores California's ongoing efforts and challenges in transitioning to a cleaner energy future, including addressing peak demand, wildfire mitigation, and preparing for the state's goal of 100% renewable energy by 2045. #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy #Electrification #CommunityChoice #VirtualPowerPlant #CaliforniaEnergy #MCE

00:00 Introduction to the Capstone Conversation

00:11 Meet the MCE Power Organization

00:38 Understanding MCE's Role and Services

02:36 Billing and Customer Service Explained

05:45 Electrification and Renewable Energy Initiatives

08:25 Rebates and Incentives for Clean Energy

12:19 Economic Development and Power Challenges

15:37 Virtual Power Plants and Future Technologies

19:29 Flex Alerts and Managing Peak Demand

34:14 Wildfire Mitigation and Biomass Energy

36:47 Progress Towards Renewable Energy Goals

38:22 Conclusion and Final Thoughts