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MCE Celebrates 15 Years Amid Rising Cost Controversy

10/27/2025

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MCE, California's first local renewable energy agency, marks 15 years of operation amid scrutiny over rising costs.
Critics, including the Clean Coalition, say MCE's prices are among the highest among not-for-profit agencies, despite 100% renewable energy claims.
Dawn Weisz, MCE's chief executive officer, attributes cost increases to external factors, including PG&E fees.
MCE's rates have risen significantly, with indications of a potential price decrease in 2026 and calls for reform.

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MCE, California's first local renewable energy agency, marks 15 years of operation amid scrutiny over rising costs.
Critics, including the Clean Coalition, say MCE's prices are among the highest among not-for-profit agencies, despite 100% renewable energy claims.
Dawn Weisz, MCE's chief executive officer, attributes cost increases to external factors, including PG&E fees.
MCE's rates have risen significantly, with indications of a potential price decrease in 2026 and calls for reform.