In 2023 transportation and natural gas consumption accounted for 85% of Hayward's total greenhouse gas emissions. Hayward residents can cut costs and significantly reduce their greenhouse gas footprint by replacing their fossil fuel-powered commute and appliances with energy efficient, all-electric alternatives and home upgrades! 

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Hayward Emissions: 

• Off-Road Vehicles = 6%
• Solid Waste = 5%
• Electricity = 4%
• Natural Gas = 28%
• Transportation = 57%

Ava Community Energy's Carbon-Free Electricity

The majority of Hayward residents receive 100% renewable electricity from Ava Community Energy (Ava). Customers enrolled in income-qualified or medical discount programs receive Ava’s Bright Choice product, which is 96% carbon free.  Take full advantage of Ava clean energy by electrifying everything. 

Resources

• Electrify everything: Learn how to Go Electric with Ava Community Energy’s resources and Incentive Finder.
• Electrify your commute: Learn about EVs and Ebikes – visit Ride & Drive Clean  
• Electrify your home: Learn about electric appliances – even clothes dryers, fireplaces and outdoor grills – visit The Switch is On     
• Upgrade your home: Install weatherization, energy efficiency and induction cooking upgrades. Moderate-income households pay only 20% of the cost. See if you qualify for the BayREN Efficiency and Sustainable Energy (EASE) Home Program.