Energy Upgrade California
Energy Upgrade California Community Outreach Ambassador Grant
The SBCCOG was awarded an Energy Upgrade California Community Outreach Ambassador grant to support 2016 community outreach activities. Energy Upgrade California is a state initiative to help Californians take action to save energy and conserve natural resources, help reduce demand on the electricity grid, and make informed energy management choices at home and at work. It is supported by an alliance of the California Public Utilities Commission, the California Energy Commission, utilities, regional energy networks, local governments, businesses, and nonprofits to help communities meet state and local energy and climate action goals. Funding comes from investor-owned utility customers under the auspices of the California Public Utilities Commission. Look for us at events throughout the South Bay; be sure to visit our exhibit for a chance to spin the wheel for a prize! |
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Southern California Gas Company
Seminar Schedule
Choose from a list of seminars covering sustainability, HVAC and industrial subject matter.
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Southern California Edison
SCE Customer Bills to Decrease in January
Following a 2-percent decrease in November, an average Southern California Edison customer's bill will go down another 6 percent in January.
On December 17, 2015, the California Public Utilities Commission approved SCE's 2016 costs for energy sources the utility needs to supply electricity, which is the main factor in January's rate decrease. These costs are approved annually. SCE generates about 20 percent of its own power and buys the rest through contracts and short-term markets.
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Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County
Los Angeles County's Pharmaceutical Take-Back Website is Live
Many residents are unsure of safe disposal methods for unused prescription drugs, needles, syringes, lancets, and other medical products. Currently, proper disposal services are limited, representing a significant public health problem. The Board of Supervisors recently passed a motion directing staff to draft an Extended Producer Responsibility ordinance requiring manufacturers and producers to develop and fund convenient collection services for LA County residents.
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West Basin Municipal Water D istrict
FREE Rain Barrel Distribution in Inglewood: January 23rd
Register here to receive a free rain barrel at West Basin's upcoming January event in Inglewood (must reside in West Basin's service area to participate).
Fo r information about rain barrel and cistern rebates offered by Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, visit http://socalwatersmart.com.
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 City of Torrance
Torrance Expands Sandbag Program; Offers Online El Nino Resource
To keep up with the deluge of rain that is expected with this winter's El Nino storm system, the City of Torrance is offering sandbags to Torrance residents around the clock.
In addition to being able to get free sandbags at the City Yard, the Public Works Department announced that sandbags will be available for pick-up at Fire Station 1. The second location was added to handle after-hours requests.
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L.A. Metro 
How LA's Metro is Trying to Get More Seniors on Public Transit
As Baby Boomers reach retirement age, they will usher in a massive explosion of the senior population across America. Right now, around 12 percent of Los Angeles County is over the age of 65. By 2030, that number will jump to 20 percent. That's double the amount of senior citizens LA had in 2000. With this unprecedented demographic shift, comes a changing set of societal accommodations to better serve a graying population. Businesses, industry, and even public transportation will have to grapple with the aging of the Boomers. KPCC, radio 89.3 FM, reports that Metro is already thinking ahead, taking steps to prepare itself for the increase in aging riders.
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Legislation Corner
Tax Breaks, Falling Costs Are Boosting Wind And Solar
Right before the holidays, Congress approved tax credits for clean energy. It was just a tiny part of a $1.8 trillion spending bill, but solar and wind power companies say it's a Christmas present that will catapult their industry forward. Analysts are predicting a big boost in wind and solar projects over the next few years.
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| South Bay in the News
Honeybees at Work
Have you heard the latest buzz? Los Angeles has laid out the backyard welcome mat for honeybees.
Urban beekeepers couldn't be happier. After several years of discussion, lawmakers recently joined an increasing number of cities, including Redondo Beach, in attempts to help protect them. Read More
Dispose of Household Hazardous Waste and E-Waste the Right Way on Saturday, February 27, 2016 in Gardena
Sponsored jointly by the Sanitation Districts and the Department of Public Works, the Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Program gives Los Angeles County residents a legal and cost free way to dispose of unwanted household chemicals that cannot be disposed of in the regular trash.
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January 2016 Events & Workshops
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