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For Marin Co. Residents: NO-COST Energy, Water Upgrades For Your Home

The free assessment services are this summer, but appointments are limited. You can reserve a spot today!

This summer, Marin County residents can receive a no-cost energy and water conservation service from Rising Sun Energy Center, thanks to partnerships with Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), Marin County, Marin Municipal Water District, North Marin Water District, and Marin County Energy Watch.

Since 2000, Rising Sun Energy Center has provided no-cost energy and water conservation services to over 33,700 residents throughout the Bay Area and Central Valley. CYES provides local jobs for local youth by training and employing young adults ages 15 to 22 as Energy Specialists, providing their community’s residents with Green House Calls (GHC).

Find out what's happening in San Anselmo-Fairfaxfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

At your GHC, Energy Specialists:

  • perform an energy- and water-efficiency assessment,
  • nstall energy-efficient lightbulbs
  • install water-efficient devices for showers, faucets, and toilets,
  • perform a toilet leak detection test,
  • perform a basic solar assessment,
  • provide e-waste pick-up and disposal, and
  • offer tips on recycling and energy and water conservation to save money on utility bills—all at no cost to residents.

Any PG&E or MCE Clean Energy customer in Marin County. Renters and owners, of all income levels, are eligible.

Find out what's happening in San Anselmo-Fairfaxfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

GHCs happen July 6 through August 11, and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Reserve your spot now!

Call 510.665.1501 ext. 5 to schedule your Green House Call, or sign uponline here

For more information about Rising Sun and its programs, visitwww.risingsunenergy.org

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