San Francisco in winter is a wonderland of dazzling lights, holiday spirit, and sustainable energy. From twinkling Christmas trees to captivating art installations, the city comes alive with luminous displays—many powered by clean energy from the SFPUC’s Hetch Hetchy Power and CleanPowerSF programs. This holiday season, explore the festive brilliance of San Francisco with our curated guide to the city’s most magical light displays!

Are you a San Francisco business still looking to make a difference in 2024 and meet your sustainability goals? There’s still time! Upgrade to our 100% renewable electricity SuperGreen service by December 31 and make this year your greenest yet.

Did you know that the largest geothermal complex in the world is in California and just two hours north of San Francisco? It also happens to help power CleanPowerSF’s 380,000 customers.

The San Francisco Public Utilities Commission's (SFPUC) community choice energy program, CleanPowerSF, has secured its largest-ever single source of wind power through a new power purchase agreement with Scout Clean Energy for electricity produced by a new wind project in Merced County. Gonzaga Ridge will provide 147.5 megawatts of clean wind energy as well as 50 megawatts of reliable energy storage for CleanPowerSF’s 385,000 customers in San Francisco.

Imagine a world where your appliances and electronics are secretly draining your wallet. No, it’s not a horror movie plot; it’s a real-life energy crisis happening in your home. These energy vampires, also known as phantom or standby power, are lurking in your walls, sucking up electricity even when your devices are turned off. Let’s venture into a world of energy vampires and discover how to eliminate them from your home.

October is best known for pumpkin spice lattes and Halloween festivities, but did you also know it means the arrival of the California Climate Credit on utility bills? This biannual credit comes from California's Greenhouse Gas Cap-and-Trade Program, which incentivizes utilities in California to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions.

In the heart of San Francisco, a small bakery is making waves. A proud CleanPowerSF customer, Rize Up Bakery, founded by Azikiwee Anderson or “Z” to most folks, has become a beloved destination for those seeking delicious bread and a taste of community. As we celebrate Black Business Month, it's fitting to shine a spotlight on this inspiring business and the story behind its success.

The summer sun is high, and the city is buzzing with energy. But amidst the usual rhythm of San Francisco, there’s a special pulse this month – the heartbeat of Black-owned businesses. August marks Black Business Month, a time to celebrate the incredible impact Black entrepreneurs have on our community and economy.

In the heart of the Bay Area, where the quest for sustainable living intertwines with the need for affordable housing, a new partnership has emerged. Habitat for Humanity Greater San Francisco (Habitat Greater San Francisco) recently joined forces with CleanPowerSF’s EV Charge SF program to bring electric vehicle (EV) charging stations to their latest affordable homeownership development in San Francisco at Amber Drive.

SAN FRANCISCO – The San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) is accepting bids for Renewable Energy Supplies and Stand-Alone Energy Storage for its CleanPowerSF program. The agency is emphasizing diverse and emerging technologies in this solicitation, such as non-lithium-ion and longer duration storage technologies.