Ava Community Energy

@avaenergy.org

Powering Alameda County and San Joaquin County – your local, not-for-profit electricity provider. Clean power, competitive rates, community investment. AvaEnergy.org
CEO Howard Chang: @ceo.avaenergy.org

@avaenergy.org Oct 13, 2026, 6:12 PM

If you're considering an EV for the first time, you're not alone! Here are some resources we trust that can help you get started:
www.electricforall.org
@rideanddriveclean.bsky.social
@chargeacrosstown.bsky.social
You can also find savings and incentives at incentives.AvaEnergy.org.

List of EV resources including ElectricForAll, Ride & Drive Clean, Charge Across Town, and incentives. AvaEnergy.org for electric vehicle information. Thank you for joining us for Drive Electric Month!

@avaenergy.org Oct 13, 2026, 6:12 PM

31 of those public charging ports are at Ava Charge in Oakland, which has delivered 74,575 kWh of fast charging so far in 2026. And over 1,800 Ava customers are enrolled in SmartHome Charging, earning rewards for optimizing their charging schedules during times when renewable energy is abundant.

Photo of EV chargers. Text reads Ava's local EV programs and infrastructure: 2,109 charging sessions and 74,575 kWh delivered via Ava Charge in 2026 so far. Approximately 2,000 EVs enrolled in SmartHome Charging, Ava's managed charging program.

@avaenergy.org Oct 13, 2026, 6:12 PM

Driving an EV means you're part of a large (and growing) community. In Alameda County and San Joaquin County, there are more than 168,000 EVs on the road and over 4,800 public charging ports available. #DriveElectricMonth

Drive Electric Month. The EV community in Alameda County and San Joaquin County: Map highlighting Alameda and San Joaquin Counties in California with EV stats showing over 168,000 electric vehicles and 4,806 public charging ports. <3 How Ava supports EV drivers ->

@avaenergy.org Oct 9, 2026, 4:01 PM

A PG&E Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) is possible this weekend (10/9-10/11). Here's how you can prepare. Visit pge.com/psps or call 211 for more info on affected areas.

Photo of someone holding an unplugged cord with an electrical outlet in the background. Text on photo reads: Energy Tips - What to know about PSPS* events. *PSPS stands for Public Safety Power Shutoff

Photo of power transmission lines at night, illuminated by lights. Text reads: 1. What is a PSPS event? A Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) event is a planned power outage, initiated by PG&E, when weather conditions create an increased risk of wildfire. *Ava Community Energy does not initiate or manage PSPS events, decide which customers are affected, or determine when service is restored.

Photo of a child reading a comic book in bed with a headlamp. Text reads: 3. What should I do during a PSPS event? PG&E will share information about the expected time of power restoration, when available. If you need to access services like charging stations, Wi-Fi, or air conditioning, visit PG&E's PSPS information page or call 211 to find local Community Resource Centers.

@avaenergy.org Oct 8, 2026, 11:29 PM

E-bikes can open up new possibilities for people with different needs and abilities.
Charlie shares how adaptive e-bikes can provide another accessible and convenient way to get around, helping more people experience the benefits of electric biking.
Learn more at AvaEnergy.org/bike-electric.

@avaenergy.org Oct 8, 2026, 5:09 PM

If you drive a gas car, you already know how to join the line and fill up at a gas station. For EV drivers, the rules are a little different. Here are 5 EV charging tips to keep you—and everyone behind you—moving: AvaEnergy.org/insight/public-charging-etiquette-5-tips-ev-drivers/ #DriveElectricMonth

Green sign with a white electric vehicle charging station icon and a plug symbol indicating EV charging availability. Text reads "Insight. Public Charging Etiquette: 5 Tips for EVE Drivers"

Text explaining gas car drivers know how to line up and fill at gas stations, while EV drivers have different etiquette rules to follow.

@avaenergy.org Oct 7, 2026, 10:57 PM

We are guessing MORE! 🚲⚡ Once you hit your 1-year mark since redeeming your rebate, keep an eye out for an email with a survey link to share your experience 👀 We’re looking forward to reading all about it, and we definitely want to know that final mileage number.

@avaenergy.org Oct 7, 2026, 8:01 PM

What happens when you get the chance to try an e-bike for yourself? Linda shares how our E-Bike Test & Ride event opened her eyes to the many benefits of e-bikes and the possibilities they offer.

Ready to join the e-bike revolution? Learn more and apply at AvaEnergy.org/bike-electric.

@avaenergy.org Oct 7, 2026, 6:00 PM

Ava is proud to celebrate California Clean Air Day! Whether decarbonizing the grid or providing customer programs, clean air is a part of everything we do. Hear from a few of our customers how switching from a gas stove to induction improved their indoor air.

October 7 is California Clean Air Day! Three Ava customers share their experiences with induction and indoor air quality.
[Illustration of a parent and child cooking together on induction]
In the next slide, learn what surprised one Oakland resident most about switching to induction cooking.

"What shocked me the MOST was how BIG a difference we had in air quality with just DAYS of induction use versus our previous gas range." - Oakland resident
On the next slide learn how an induction stove compares to a customer's old gas one.

"No se calienta la cocina como con lat estufa de gas. Me siento más cómoda porque no contamina la casa como con la de gas natural." - Stockton resident (English: "The kitchen doesn't heat up the way it does with a gas stove. I feel more comfortable because it doesn't pollute the house like a natural gas one."
On the next slide learn why an induction convert asks, "What more could you want?"

@avaenergy.org Oct 6, 2026, 11:42 PM

Our E-Bike Test & Ride events have given community members the chance to experience e-bikes firsthand. Hear from attendees themselves about the benefits of e-bikes. Learn more and apply for an Ava Bike Electric rebate at AvaEnergy.org/bike-electric.

@avaenergy.org Oct 1, 2026, 1:45 PM

Winter rates start today. Follow these tips to keep your energy bill as low as possible over the next few months.

Reminder that winter rates will begin on October 1, highlighted with a checkmark on a blue and pastel background.

Hand adjusting a digital thermostat mounted on a white wall with blurred green plants in the background. Text reads, "1. Set your thermostat to the right temperature. Keep your thermostat at 68 degrees Fahrenheit (or even lower when you're sleeping or away from home!)

Sunlight fills a cozy corner with a rattan chair and large green plant beside a bright window with sheer curtains. Text reads "1. Let the sun warm your home. Open curtain on south-facing windows during the day to let in sunlight, and close them at dusk to trap heat inside. (Thermal or insulated curtains can cut the heat loss even more.)

A grown-up and child loading laundry into a front-loading dryer. Text reads "3. Know your rate plan and peak hours. Most Ava customers are on PG&E's E-TOU-C rate plan, where electricity costs more between 4pm-9pm. Try to use major appliances like dishwashers, washing machines, and dryers outside these peak hours."

@avaenergy.org Sep 30, 2026, 6:00 PM

No home charger? No problem. We asked our coworker what it's like to own an EV and rely entirely on public charging. Read on for their experience and advice! AvaEnergy.org/insight/what-its-like-to-own-an-ev-without-home-charging

Person plugs in electric vehicle at a public fast charging station in a parking lot during daytime. Text reads "Insight. What It's Like to Own an EV Without Home Charging"

Text reads "V and their wife are now on their second EV—a Kia Niro they’ve had since 2023—and they rely entirely on public charging.
V’s advice is to keep track of your typical weekly mileage, and then calculate how often you really need to charge based on the vehicle’s range. “You might be surprised by how low that number actually is. Maybe you only need to charge once a week, or once every 10 days or so.” AvaEnergy.org/Insights"

@avaenergy.org Sep 28, 2026, 8:00 PM

Need to charge your EV in Oakland? There's a few more weeks left of Drive Electric Month (Sep 11-Oct 12), which means 50% off at Ava Charge in Oakland City Center West Garage when you pay with the EVConnect app. More: AvaEnergy.org/occwg

50% off during Drive Electric Month. Find Ava Charge on the EV Connect app and use code FVFD. Oakland City Center West Garage is at Jefferson & 12th Street in Downtown Oakland.

@avaenergy.org Sep 24, 2026, 10:05 PM

New EV owner? It's not as big a lifestyle adjustment as you might think. Here are 4 simple things to do in your first month. AvaEnergy.org/insight/new-ev-driver-checklist-4-things-to-do-in-the-first-month-of-ev-ownership/

Black electric car plugged into a home charging station outside a house with beige siding and a glass door. Text reads "Set up your home charging. Know the difference between L1 and L2, and compare your options."

Text reads "Switch to an EV rate plan EV2-A or E-ELEC? Compare PG&E's electricity plans and choose your preference. " with a small icon of an envelope and energy chart.

Hand operating a KEMPOWER electric vehicle charging station with screen displaying charging details and cost. Text reads "Learn how to manage your battery. Tips for charging efficiently and keeping your car battery healthy."

Electric car plugged into a public charging station in a parking garage. Text reads "Find your public charging options. How to know where to charge when you're away from home."

@avaenergy.org Sep 24, 2026, 9:40 PM

Young woman in sunglasses holding an EV charger and checking her phone while standing next to a parked electric vehicle on a city street. Text reads "New EV Driver Checklist 4 Things to Do in the First Month of EV Ownership"

Text reads "Most new EVE drivers find that within a few weeks, the things they were unsure about start to feel routine. But there are still a few lifestyle changes to get used to, and things to know that aren't obvious. Read the full insight and find out more EV information: AvaEnergy.org/insights

@avaenergy.org Sep 23, 2026, 6:55 PM

The September Direct Current is out now! In this issue:
🚲 Learn about our upcoming E-Bike Test & Ride
💸 Get 50% off at Ava Charge through October 12
🌳 Meet local nonprofit Mandela Partners
🛠️ Get a rebate to help you upgrade your home HVAC system

AvaEnergy.org/direct-current

Technician in safety vest installing or repairing an outdoor heat pump unit beside a building wall. Text reads "Incentive Spotlight: The Skilled and Trained HVAC/ Heat Pump Rebate Program

Plus:
October E-Bike Test & Ride event in Hayward National Drive Electric Month
Powering Community Connections with Mandela Partners
AvaEnergy.org/direct-current

@avaenergy.org Sep 23, 2026, 12:15 AM

Looking for EV savings this #DriveElectricMonth?

EV drivers can enjoy 50% off at Ava Charge at City Center West Garage in Oakland through October 12, 2026 using the EV Connect app. Use code FVFD.

Visit incentives.AvaEnergy.org to see what offers are waiting for you!

"EV drivers, here's one more way to save:Get 50% off at Ava Charge in Oakland City Center West Garage until 10/12/26." Jefferson & 12th Street"

@avaenergy.org Sep 22, 2026, 11:53 PM

Looking for EV savings this #DriveElectricMonth? Ava’s Incentive Finder can help you discover rebates, tax credits, and discounts from government and Ava programs.
Visit incentives.AvaEnergy.org to see what offers are waiting for you!

Smiling woman looking up with text asking about EV savings on bright orange background with energy icons.

"Ava's Incentive Finder makes it easy!" above a form with fields for ZIP code, city, household size, income, homeownership, and tax status on a blue background.

User interface screen prompting to refine search by selecting interests like Electric Vehicles, Solar & Battery Storage, and payout methods such as Rebate or Discount.

"Here are just a few EVE incentive programs available" followed by a list including Ava SmartHome Charging, California MyFirstEV, and Bay Area Air District Clean Cars for All on a green background.

@avaenergy.org Sep 21, 2026, 8:00 PM

Our next Ava Bike Electric drawing is tomorrow! 🚲⚡️💸

Apply by 11:59pm 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 09/2027. Visit AvaEnergy.org/bike-electric to apply!

Orange graphic with illustration of electric bike. Text reads: Rebate drawing tomorrow! Submit your application by 11:59pm tonight. AvaEnergy.org/bike-electric

@avaenergy.org Sep 16, 2026, 8:00 PM

Moving from law enforcer to law maker, Supervisor Robert Rickman championed expanding Ava’s service to Tracy & San Joaquin County. He brings a focus on affordability to the Ava Board of Directors. Read more: AvaEnergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/faces-of-ava-san-joaquin-county-supervisor-robert-rickman

Older posts