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ELECTRIFICATION AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY
Empowering
youth and schools to take action.

Electrification and Energy Efficiency

School districts play a key role in building a more sustainable future for students and the broader community. The San Mateo County Energy Watch program and its partner organizations offer a variety of services to help schools improve campus facilities through technical assistance staff training, equipment incentives, stakeholder networking, and access to grants and 0% interest financing. Whether you’re looking to increase energy efficiency, electrify buildings, secure funding, or train staff on sustainability best practices, these resources make it easier and more affordable to implement lasting solutions. Explore the options below to find the right support for your school or district.

To connect with these programs, reach out to energy@smcgov.org.

Sustainable Pathways in Energy

We help schools reach their sustainability and climate readiness goals.

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Fixit Clinic @ John Daly Library
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Fixit Clinics are fun community-based workshops where neighbors, friends, and families work collectively to learn how to repair broken items.

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