The way we power our daily lives—our homes, cars, and devices—depends on energy sources like electricity, gasoline, and methane gas (often called natural gas). For a long time, most of the energy humans use has come from burning fossil fuels like coal, oil, and gas. This process releases gases such as carbon dioxide and methane into the atmosphere, contributing to climate change.
While greenhouse gases occur naturally, industrial activities have increased their levels to an extent that disrupts global climate patterns. This disruption leads to more extreme weather events, rising sea levels, and shifting ecosystems—changes that affect us in San Mateo County.
In San Mateo County, we rely on both electricity and methane gas to power our homes and businesses. Peninsula Clean Energy provides 100% clean electricity to community members, making it a much more sustainable option than methane gas. The County is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions through policies and programs that promote clean energy and help our communities transition to a more sustainable future.
