News & Media
Press Contact
For media inquiries please contact the 3C-REN PR consultant:
Jaclyn Walian
jwalian@migcom.com
or info@3c-ren.org
619-772-5602
Media Coverage
April 8, 2024 – Ojai Valley News/Ventura County Sun
April 10, 2024 – Costal View
January 31, 2024 – Santa Barbara Independent
Press Releases
3C-REN Collaborates with Schools to Develop Next Generation Climate Workforce
Engaging with high schools and trade schools to address skill gaps and workforce shortages by offering free training to develop expertise in building science and green buildings.
Ribbon Cutting for Anniversary of Inflation Reduction Act
Congressman Carbajal, California homeowner, and local advocates celebrate second anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act with front porch ribbon cutting event.
Residents Can Access Free Heat Pump Water Heaters
3C-REN helping to make heat pump water heater replacements more affordable—and sometimes free—for Central Coast residents.
3C-REN Celebrates Successful 2023
Throughout 2023 3C-REN served more than 500 homes in the region with energy-saving projects, representing a local investment of over $800,000 via incentives paid out to projects.
3C-REN Wins U.S. Department of Energy Buildings UP Prize
3C-REN selected along with BayREN in Phase 1 of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Buildings Upgrade Prize to win $400,000 towards its Climate Smart Multifamily Property Upgrade Program.
3C-REN Personalized Incentive Finder
October is National Energy Awareness Month; 3C-REN is providing tri-county residents with opportunities to save money and make a change through a new online tool.
3C-REN Investing $155 Million in Tri-County Over Next Eight Years with Approval of Business Plan
3C-REN sets forth eight-year vision for serving Central Coast communities with energy efficiency opportunities tailored to the region.
Big Savings Available on Heat Pumps
Residents can combine financial benefits from local energy programs and federal tax credits to access steep discounts on efficient, electric heating and cooling systems.
3C-REN Provides Electric Induction Cooktops to Local Libraries
Partnership with participating Santa Barbara and Ventura County libraries to provide electric-powered magnetic induction cooktops that local residents can check out and use at home.
The Switch is On Comes to Tri-County
Campaign offers residents the opportunity to speak with home electrification advisors, find local vetted contractors, get information on incentives and rebates, and find additional resources.
Free All Electric Homes Events
“Two free webinars on all-electric homes, which use electricity instead of fossil fuels for energy needs such as heating and
cooking and reduce greenhouse gas emissions”.
3C-REN Launches Multifamily Home Energy Savings Program
Launch of the Multifamily Home Energy Savings program, which works with property owners and managers to identify and provide rebates for energy improvements
